Family-Friendly Attractions In Guatemala

Zoológico La Aurora

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

5ta calle Interior Finca La Aurora Z 13 Ciudad de Guatemala, 01013, Guatemala

Parque Central de Antigua Guatemala

Simple gathering spot with trees, a central fountain & benches, plus nearby vendors & eateries. · Dogs allowed

H748+QG4, 4 Avenida Norte, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala

IRTRA Mundo Petapa

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

Av. Petapa 42-36, Cdad. de Guatemala, Guatemala

Plaza de la Constitución

Created in 1776, this sprawling town square hosts parades, demonstrations & other events. · Dogs allowed

JFRP+PQM, Cdad. de Guatemala, Guatemala

Xetulul Guatemala

This amusement park features roller coasters & reproductions of famous world landmarks.

H9WQ+7GH, San Martin Zapotitlán, Guatemala

Arco de Santa Catalina

Colorful landmark archway dating to the 1600s & topped by a clock built in the 1800s.

5a Avenida Norte 28, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala

Parque a Centro América

Neoclassical buildings fringe this tree-dotted park, home to a round structure with elegant columns. · Dogs allowed

RFMJ+QMP, Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

Tikal National Park

Expansive jungle setting featuring Mayan temples & ceremonial ruins dating to 900 BCE.

Tikal, Guatemala

Cerro de La Cruz

Elevated spot with a 1930s cross & sweeping views, including an unobstructed view of Volcan Agua.

H779+P7H, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala

Plaza Obelisco

Public square with water features, street food & festival events under a landmark obelisk from 1935.

Plaza Obelisco, 16 Calle, Cdad. de Guatemala 01010, Guatemala

Palacio Nacional de la Cultura

Iconic, ornate building housing a museum of Guatemalan artwork, culture & history.

JFVP+3Q2, 6A Calle, Cdad. de Guatemala 01001, Guatemala

Sitio Arqueológico Iximche

Pre-Columbian city ruins dating from the 15th to 16th century with palaces, temples & ball courts.

P2P3+G36, Tecpán, Guatemala

Tanque La Unión

This historic gathering place was used by people to wash their clothes during colonial times.

6a Calle Oriente, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala

Parque de San Marcos

· Dogs allowed

X674+V7C, 1, San Marcos, Guatemala

Lake Amatitlan

F9QQ+883, Amatitlán, Guatemala

Parque Nacional Naciones Unidas

· Dogs allowed

F9WP+938, Villa Nueva, Guatemala

Ecological & Sports Park Cayalá

Nature park featuring wildlife & interpretive paths, plus areas for sports & picnicking. · Dogs allowed

Calzada, Diagonal 29 02-00, Cdad. de Guatemala, Guatemala

Mapa en Relieve de Guatemala

Massive 1905 relief map showing the country's rivers, volcanos, roads & other geographical features.

MF6R+8GG Ciudad de, Av. Simeón Cañas, Cdad. de Guatemala 01002, Guatemala

Sky Zone Guatemala

28 Av, Cdad. de Guatemala, Guatemala

Museo del Ferrocarril

Railway museum & cultural center with train cars, photographs & other historic artifacts on display.

9A Avenida 18-03, Cdad. de Guatemala, Guatemala

Parque Municipal Cerro El Baúl

· Dogs allowed

RFJX+5V4, Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

Nacional Museum of Mayan Art: Archeology and Ethnology

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

6 calle y 7 avenida Zona 13 Edificio No. 5 Finca La Aurora Ciudad de Guatemala, 01013, Guatemala

Museo Miraflores

Archaeological museum displaying ancient Mayan artifacts & textiles in contemporary surrounds.

7 Calle 21-55, Cdad. de Guatemala, Guatemala

Reserva Natural Cerro Tzankujil

· Dogs allowed

PPCQ+CX4, San Marcos La Laguna, Guatemala

La Cueva de las Minas

· Dogs allowed

HJ3W+VX7, Esquipulas, Guatemala

Pino Dulce Ecological Park

· Dogs allowed

Km. 112.5 carretera, Mataquescuintla, Guatemala

San Juan River Aguacatán

7W, 13027, Guatemala

Grutas del Rey Marcos

CPG9+P3Q, San Juan Chamelco, Guatemala

Convento Santa Clara

Remains of a large religious complex from the early 1700s featuring a church with an ornate facade.

H749+2PW, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala

Parque de Panajachel

· Dogs allowed

PRWW+7V3, Panajachel, Guatemala

Parque Nacional Las Victorias

· Dogs allowed

FJH8+7QV, Cobán, Guatemala

Girasoles de Antigua

5ta avenida sur 39 lote b, San Pedro panorama, antigua Guatemala Antigua, Guatemala 03001, Guatemala

Museo del Hermano Pedro

H73C+C3W, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala

Parque Nacional Grutas de Lanquín

Network of limestone caves packed with stalactites & animal-shaped rock formations, home to bats. · Dogs allowed

San Agustín Lanquín, Guatemala

Orquigonia

Orchid farm with guided forest walks to spot rare, miniature blooms through a magnifying glass. · Dogs allowed

Guatemala

Parque Minerva

· Dogs allowed

MF6R+Q76, Cdad. de Guatemala, Guatemala

Parque Ecológico de Ciudad Nueva

· Dogs allowed

11 Av A 17-66, Cdad. de Guatemala, Guatemala

The Lost World

Elaborate Mayan complex dating back to CE 250, aligned astronomically & including Great Pyramid.

69CF+234, Tikal, Guatemala

National History Museum

Cultural museum of regional art & antiques, housed in an 1896 building with an interior courtyard.

70 01001, 9A Calle 9, Cdad. de Guatemala, Guatemala

Museo Lacustre de Atitlan

PRQQ+JPJ, Calle Santander, Panajachel, Guatemala

Guatemala City Central Park

· Dogs allowed

JFRP+QGQ, Cdad. de Guatemala, Guatemala

Fantasiland

JC29+GRP, Cdad. de Guatemala 01057, Guatemala

Parque Regional Municipal Actún Kan

W433+5RP, Flores, Guatemala

Mayan Face / Indian Nose Viewpoint

San Juan La Laguna, 07017, Guatemala

Nacional Rio Dulce National Park

CA13, Guatemala

Trailhead to Mirador Kaqasiiwaan, San Juan la Laguna

MPX6+F5Q, San Juan La Laguna, Guatemala

Jorge's Rope Swing

W4MF+926, Flores, Guatemala

Musac

9A Avenida 9-79, Cdad. de Guatemala, Guatemala

Cerrito Morola

HJ9Q+RR5, Aldea Cruz Alta, Guatemala

Ermita San Jeronimo

H766+5R7 Alameda de Santa Lucia, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala