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10 Days in Guatemala City: A Journey of Adventure and Delight

Gaby Velasquez

Gaby Velasquez

28 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Guatemala City, filled with captivating sights, mouthwatering cuisine, and unforgettable experiences. Discover ancient marvels, explore vibrant parks, and indulge in authentic local delicacies. Get ready for an exhilarating journey that will leave you craving for more!

Trip to Guatemala City

Day 1Zoo Adventures and Crystal Palaces
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$24

McDonald's
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
6 - 9 min

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La Aurora Zoo
Founded in 1924, the zoo features native & exotic animal habitats, plus demonstrations & activities.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Palacio de Cristal
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$12
2 - 3 min

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China Queen 2
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$8
Day 2Cultural Delights and Scenic Strolls
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$22

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$ 3

Dunkin' Donuts - Pasaje Rubio
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
3 - 4 min

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Palacio Nacional de la Cultura
Iconic, ornate building housing a museum of Guatemalan artwork, culture & history.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Museo Carlos F. Novella -CEMPRO-
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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San Martín
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
1 - 2 min

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Hamburguesas del Puente
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$10
Day 3Colonial Charm and Holocaust Remembrance
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$24

Doña Mela
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
6 - 9 min

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Parque Colón
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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Guatemala Holocaust Museum
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Hamburguesas del Puente
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$10
4 - 5 min

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Jocotenango Park
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Bar y Restaurante Granada
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 4Nature's Beauty and Railway Wonders
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$30

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$ 3

La Estancia
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
8 - 10 min

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Erick Barrondo Park
Sports center with an athletics track & bike trails, plus indoor courts, a gym & soccer pitches.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Railway Museum
Railway museum & cultural center with train cars, photographs & other historic artifacts on display.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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China Queen 1
Restaurante de comida china, reservaciones especiales, sopas, chao mein, carnes, mariscos, pollos, chop suey.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$14
2 - 3 min

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Nawal
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 5Coffee Bliss and Indigenous Heritage
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$24

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$ 3

& Café UFM
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
10 - 15 min

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Museo Ixchel del Traje Indígena
Cultural history museum with a collection of traditional Guatemalan clothing, textiles & ceramics.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Nacional Museum of Archeology and Ethnology
Stately Guatemalan history & culture museum, with educational displays & Mayan artifacts.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Café Barista - Aeropuerto La Aurora
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$10
7 - 9 min

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China Queen 2
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$8
Day 6Street Food Delights and Botanical Wonders
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$22

Shukos del Liceo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
3 - 4 min

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Jardín Botánico, Guatemala
Intimate botanical garden with displays of Guatemalan plants & trees, including marine species.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Torre del Reformador
Landmark steel tower built in 1935 to honor Justo Rufino Barrios, a former president of Guatemala.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Hamburguesas Del Puente
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
8 - 11 min

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& Café
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 7Culinary Delights and Cultural Immersion
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$30

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$ 2

Los Cebollines Plazuela España
Los Cebollines es la cadena casual para toda la familia, con lo mejor de la comida mexicana en un ambiente agradable.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
4 - 5 min

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Plaza España
Central plaza set around a grand fountain built in 1789, with a playground & landscaped gardens.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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The Children's Museum of Guatemala
Playful, family-friendly exhibits, including interactive educational displays & outdoor recreation.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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China Queen 2
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$8
3 - 4 min

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Lai Lai
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$12
Day 8Park Picnics and Ecological Escapes
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$20

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$ 4

Pollo Campero
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
6 - 8 min

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Ciudad de Villa Nueva Park
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
33 - 40 min

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Senderos Alux Ecological Park
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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San Martin, San Lucas
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$6
2 - 3 min

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McDonald's
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 9Artistic Treasures and Tasty Treats
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$28

San Martín
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
3 - 4 min

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Museo Miraflores
Archaeological museum displaying ancient Mayan artifacts & textiles in contemporary surrounds.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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T.G.I. Friday's
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$12
4 - 6 min

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Cielito Lindo Miraflores
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 10Donut Delights and Ancient Discoveries
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$26

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$ 2

Dixie Donuts
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
10 - 15 min

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Museo Popol Vuh
Museum with a sizable collection of Guatemalan & ancient Mayan art & cultural artifacts.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Ecological and Sports Park Cayalá
Nature park featuring wildlife & interpretive paths, plus areas for sports & picnicking.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
48 - 72 min

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San Martín
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$14
8 - 12 min

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Tre Fratelli
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $265 In total

Activities & Food:$250
Transport:$15