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Guatemala City Adventure

Alexa Carvajal

11 Dec 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through the vibrant streets of Guatemala City. Discover ancient traditions at Museo Ixchel del Traje Indígena and Museo Popol Vuh. Indulge in delicious treats at Dixie Donuts and Chicharronera y Taqueria 'Los Tios'. Experience the iconic Torre del Reformador and Palacio Nacional de la Cultura. Immerse yourself in the local culture at IRTRA Mundo Petapa and Erick Barrondo Park. Unleash your inner explorer at the National Museum of Archeology and Ethnology and Museo Miraflores. Get up close with wildlife at La Aurora Zoo. This is an adventure you won't want to miss!

Trip to Guatemala City

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Viator

Day 1Cultural Delights

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$30

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$ 2

& Café UFM

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

10 - 15 min

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Directions

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

3 - 4 min

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Museo Popol Vuh

Museum with a sizable collection of Guatemalan & ancient Mayan art & cultural artifacts.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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Dixie Donuts

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$12

6 - 8 min

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Chicharronera y Taqueria "Los Tios"

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$14

Day 2Iconic Landmarks and Tasty Treats

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$20

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$ 3

Shukos del Liceo

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

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.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 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

10 - 12 min

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Dunkin' Donuts - Pasaje Rubio

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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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.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Doña Mela

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$8

Day 3Thrills and Fun

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$24

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$ 6

& Café

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

5 - 6 min

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IRTRA Mundo Petapa

Upbeat amusement park offering family-friendly entertainment, from water slides to bumper cars.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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San Martín

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$10

9 - 11 min

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Erick Barrondo Park

Sports center with an athletics track & bike trails, plus indoor courts, a gym & soccer pitches.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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McDonald's

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 4History and Creativity

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$30

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$ 2

McDonald's

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

12 - 18 min

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Nacional Museum of Archeology and Ethnology

Stately Guatemalan history & culture museum, with educational displays & Mayan artifacts.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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The Children's Museum of Guatemala

Playful, family-friendly exhibits, including interactive educational displays & outdoor recreation.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Palacio de Cristal

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$14

10 - 12 min

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Café Barista - Aeropuerto La Aurora

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$8

Day 5Wildlife and Authentic Cuisine

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$30

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$ 2

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

13 - 16 min

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La Aurora Zoo

Founded in 1924, the zoo features native & exotic animal habitats, plus demonstrations & activities.

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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China Queen 2

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$10

3 - 4 min

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Lai Lai

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$14

Budget breakdown: $146 In total

Activities & Food:$134

Transport:$12