Guatemala is the heart of the Maya world with a rich indigenous culture, spectacular volcanoes and colonial cities. The country offers authentic experiences off the beaten tourist path.
Attractions
Tikal is one of the most impressive Maya ruin sites in the world in the jungle of Petén. Antigua enchants with colonial architecture against the backdrop of volcanoes. Lake Atitlán is considered one of the most beautiful lakes in the world.
Chichicastenango offers the most colorful indigenous market in Central America. Semuc Champey shows natural limestone pools in the rainforest. Guatemala City is the modern center with museums and culture.
Tipping
Restaurants: 10% are common in tourist restaurants. Local restaurants: Rounding or small amounts. Tour guides: $3-5 USD per day. Hotel service: $1-2 USD. In rural areas, tipping is less common.
Traffic Rules
Highway: 90 km/h
Country roads: 60-80 km/h
Urban areas: 40-60 km/h
Villages: 25 km/h
Important: Road conditions vary greatly. Chicken buses (colorful former US school buses) dominate public transport. Alcohol limit: 0.8 per thousand.
Currency & Payment
Guatemala uses the Quetzal (GTQ). US dollars are accepted in tourist areas. Card payment is limited to larger hotels and restaurants. Cash is essential, especially outside the capital.
Consejo: Smaller bills are worth their weight in gold - large USD notes are often difficult to change.
Important Phone Numbers
Emergency: 110 or 122
Police: 120
Fire Department: 122
Red Cross: 125
Tourist Police: 1500 (Guatemala City)
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