Petén Travel Guide

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A large stone pyramid with a staircase leading to the top, surrounded by lush green trees.
A road sign with the word "TIKAL" on a rural road surrounded by greenery.
Ancient ruins with stepped pyramids and thatched-roof structures surrounded by lush greenery.
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Popular cities in Petén

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Flores
Known for Lakes, Tours and Nature
Set on the shores of Lake Petén Itzá, this pretty island town presents a Mediterranean-style charm and is a gateway to the ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal.

Reasons to visit

  • Tikal National Park
  • Tikal
  • Yaxha Archaeological Site
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Ancient Mayan ruins with pyramid structures and a well-maintained grassy area.
San Andres
Known for Lakes, Relaxing and Jungles
Get away to romantic San Andres! Enjoy the lake views, spas and jungle.
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A wooden structure extending over clear blue water with a distant shoreline under a partly cloudy sky.
San Jose Peten
Known for Lakes, Dining and Beaches
Experience romantic San Jose Peten: its lake views, jungle, beaches and more!
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A calm lake with tall grass in the foreground, a wooden pier extending into the water, and a clear blue sky with scattered clouds.
San Benito
Head to sights like Lake Petén Itzá and Santa Barbara Island Museum as you discover San Benito.
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Melchor de Mencos
Melchor de Mencos
Known for Natural parks
Get away to Melchor de Mencos! Enjoy the parks and more.
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Santa Ana
Venture to Ixpanpajul Nature Park—just one of the sights to explore around Santa Ana.
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Tikal National Park

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Explore the great outdoors at Tikal National Park, a lovely green space in Flores. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.
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