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Things to see in Quetzaltenango (Guatemala): 12 places and when to go
Quetzaltenango is a city in Guatemala with around 575,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 12 places in and around it, mainly Nature (9), Mountains (6), Temples (1). The best known are Santa María, Almolonga and Chicabal. The best time to come is November to March; also possible: April to May, July to August and October. In June there are 12 h 52 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 08. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Guatemala · 14.83, -91.52
- Population
- About 575,000
- Places
- 12 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (9) · Mountains (6) · Temples (1) · Wildlife (1) · Hot springs (1) · Hiking (1)
- Best time
- November to March.
- Also possible
- April to May, July to August and October.
- Nearest airport
- GUA Guatemala City, 110 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Santa María, at 3,810 m.
What to see in Quetzaltenango
The places in and around Quetzaltenango, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Santa MaríaActive volcano in Guatemala8.8 km
- AlmolongaMountain in Guatemala3.7 km
- ChicabalVolcano15 km
- SantiaguitoVolcano in Guatemala11 km
- Quetzaltenango Guatemala TempleBuilding in Quetzaltenango Department, Guatemala3.0 km
- Cerro ChonajtajuyubHill in Quetzaltenango Department, Guatemala9.4 km
- Cerro ChuichamHill in Quetzaltenango Department, Guatemala10 km
- Cerro HuitánMountain in Guatemala5.3 km
- Cerro JolomHill in Quetzaltenango Department, Guatemala9.7 km
- Cerro La PedreraHill in Guatemala1.2 km
- Baños BalcarcelHot spring bath1.1 km
- Treehouse HostelMountains · Hiking2.3 km
When to go to Quetzaltenango
The best time to visit Quetzaltenango is November to March; also possible: April to May, July to August and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time11:13
- FebBest time11:31
- MarBest time11:54
- AprPossible12:20
- MayPossible12:41
- JunBetter not12:52
- JulPossible12:48
- AugPossible12:30
- SepBetter not12:05
- OctPossible11:39
- NovBest time11:18
- DecBest time11:08
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 12 h 52 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 08. In January, 12 of the 12 places are at their best.
When to go to Guatemala in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Quetzaltenango
The nearest main airport is La Aurora International Airport (GUA, Guatemala City), 110 km as the crow flies. How to get around Guatemala (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Chimaltenango7 places78 km
- Antigua Guatemala23 places90 km
- Guatemala City18 places109 km
- Puerto San José7 places125 km
- Jutiapa21 places185 km
- Esquipulas11 places235 km
And all of Guatemala, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Quetzaltenango?
The best known: Santa María, Almolonga, Chicabal, Santiaguito, Quetzaltenango Guatemala Temple. In all, 12 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Quetzaltenango?
November to March; also possible: April to May, July to August and October. In June there are 12 h 52 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 08.
How do you get to Quetzaltenango?
The nearest main airport is La Aurora International Airport (GUA), 110 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Quetzaltenango as the destination and these 12 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
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- Nature125 places for nature in Guatemala, from Quiriguá to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: November to March. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight.
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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