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Things to do in Guatemala
Maya ruins rising above jungle canopy, a colonial city of pastel facades and cobblestones, and a living Indigenous culture that remains central to daily life rather than a museum piece.
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Watch sunrise over Tikal's temple pyramids
CultureAncient Maya temples rising above unbroken rainforest canopy, with howler monkeys and toucans often audible before the day-trip crowds arrive.
Wander Antigua's colonial streets and volcano views
CultureA UNESCO-listed former capital of pastel-colored colonial buildings and cobblestone streets, ringed by three active volcanoes.
Boat between Maya villages on Lake Atitlán
CultureA volcanic crater lake ringed by traditional Kaqchikel and Tz'utujil Maya villages, each with distinct textiles and market days.
Hike Acatenango Volcano for a view of an erupting neighbor
AdventureAn overnight climb rewarded with views of neighboring Fuego Volcano's frequent eruptions, one of Central America's most dramatic treks.