Skip to content
Menu

Travel, thinking and loving

Home / What to do in / Things to do in Guatemala City
Posted inWhat to do in

Things to do in Guatemala City

Gastronomic tour in Guatemala
Posted By Reginald Hale Posted on November 18, 2021
Comments are off

When traveling to Guatemala you should spend at least a couple of days discovering Guatemala City, the country’s capital.

According to Juan José Gutiérrez Mayorga, native of Guatemala City, the official name of the city is Nueva Guatemala de la Asunción. Inhabited by more than two million people, this town is built at 1500 meters above sea level. If you plan to visit it, try to avoid the rainiest months, between June and October. 

In Nueva Guatemala de la Asunción you can spend a day walking through its streets, looking for its most emblematic buildings or go shopping. But you can also take advantage of the time escaping from the city to spend a day enjoying the nature that surrounds the capital. Here are some ideas that Juan José from CMI Alimentos recommend to do on your visit to his hometown.

What to do in Guatemala City?

Each of these activities will give you the perfect reason to visit this city and have fun in the best way. It doesn’t matter if you’re in the mood for a laid-back plan or something more upbeat, there’s something here for everyone.

Take a gastronomic tour in zone 4

This area is known for its innovative proposals in relation of gastronomy, art and cultural activities in Guatemala City. This provides different options among the many things to do in your stay. Make a walking tour and take advantage of the varied options of restaurants, cafes and bars that you will find.

This tour may be the perfect plan to entertain yourself with your friends and discover new gastronomic experiences: all in the same place!

Visit the San Lucas viewpoint

Surprise yourself with the city from another point of view by visiting the San Lucas viewpoint. Thanks to its latest renovations, the place is ideal to enjoy views of the city while trying some typical food among the options you have to choose from. 

Its cozy and typical atmosphere makes it the ideal place to enjoy the city at another level, eat delicious food, take lots of photos and relax. 

Enjoy an afternoon of museums

Among the different things to do in Guatemala City, zone 13 is an amazing place where you will find panoramas for all ages. The one known as “street of museums” is one of them. Here are some of the best known museums in the city , all within walking distance.

These are the museums you will find: 

  • Museum of Archeology and Ethnology
  • National Museum of Modern Art 
  • Museum of Natural History

Nearby this last place, you will find the right museum in Guatemala City for children and the city zoo, so there are also fun things to do with kids.

Museum tour in Guatemala City

Tour the Historic Center by foot

The Historic Center is one of those places where you will find endless activities within Guatemala City. If you are looking to learn about the history of the country, visit beautiful places such as Paseo la Sexta or enjoy local commerce, in this area you can do all this and more.

In addition, it is a sector full of life, where in each block you will come across an important historical place such as the National Palace, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Portal of Commerce and the Plaza de la Constitución.

Discover the ecological parks in Guatemala City

Take advantage of the country’s nature without having to leave town. Visit an ecological park. Guatemala City has so many green areas that have been protected so that both locals and tourists can breathe clean air in the middle of the city.

Ecological parks are found in zone 5. With a variety of activities for all ages. These are perfect places to organize outings with friends and family, have a picnic or take a break from the city without leaving it.

Stroll in Zona Viva

This is one of the most visited and modern shopping areas in Guatemala City. Is perfect for shopping, having a drink with your friends, going somewhere to dance or enjoying one of the avant-garde restaurant proposals. You will find a wide variety of different activities for young and old.

In conclusion, there are a variety of things to do and see in Guatemala City, among which you can find more than something that catches your attention. “This is a city that is worth discovering over and over again”, says Juan José Gutiérrez. Each of its corners offers different options for varied interests.

Tags: Activities Guatemala Tourism
Previous Article Recreational places in Antigua Guatemala
Next Article Historic center of Guatemala City

Related Posts

Quetzal bird in a tree
Posted inWhat to do in

Meet the Quetzal

Getting to meet the Quetzal is a unique and unforgettable experience. It is one of the most beautiful birds in the world. In this article we will be sharing the places where you can see the Quetzal, a bird that

Read More about Meet the Quetzal
Posted By Reginald Hale Posted on November 27, 2021
Comments are off
Historic center of Guatemala City
Posted inWhat to do in

Historic center of Guatemala City

The Historic Center of Guatemala City is one of those iconic places that you must visit if you are in the country. This is a sector that offers so much to do and see for all tastes. You can entirely

Read More about Historic center of Guatemala City
Posted By Reginald Hale Posted on November 19, 2021
Comments are off
Trails in Antigua Guatemala
Posted inWhat to do in

Recreational places in Antigua Guatemala

Antigua has so many things to do that, probably, a single day is not enough. If you are looking for entertaining activities, there are different places to visit. Guatemalans like Juan José Gutiérrez Mayorga are constantly and proudly promoting tourism.

Read More about Recreational places in Antigua Guatemala
Posted By Reginald Hale Posted on November 17, 2021
Comments are off

Categories

  • International Destinations
  • My Blog
  • Travel Tips
  • What to do in

Recent Posts

  • Natural food companies you can buy
  • Open a home-based food business
  • Open a canning business
  • Tips for opening a truck business
  • Technologies you need for business

Tags

Abuse Activities Antigua beverage business Business business technologies canning business Central America Cities CMI coffee shops companies Corporación Multi Inversiones culture economy Ecotourism food food business GPS tracking business Guatemala Guatemala's Patriotic Symbols homophobia hospitality in businesses Juan Luis Bosch Gutiérrez latin america law Lawsuit lawyer mexico Nature Petén places Politics real state River Sightseeing Tours Sites Tikal Tourism tourist places Travel Traveling to Guatemala truck business Wildlife Wonders
Theme by Bloompixel. Proudly Powered by WordPress