21 days in Guatemala City Itinerary

The largest city in Central America and the country's capital, Guatemala City contains historic sights and modern businesses.

Venture out of the city with trips to Chateau DeFay (in Santa Maria de Jesus), Antigua Canopy Tours (in Jocotenango) and Antigua (Volcán Pacaya, Off-Road Tours, &more). Pack the 11th (Fri) with family-friendly diversions at Divercity Guatemala. And it doesn't end there: meet the residents at La Aurora Zoo, contemplate the geological forces at Volcan de Fuego, get a new perspective on nature at National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology, and steep yourself in history at Palacio Nacional.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Guatemala City road trip planner.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiport is La Aurora Airport. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in August, and nighttime lows around 19°C.