Quetzaltenango Department Travel Guide

Guatemala

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Quetzaltenango Department
Quetzaltenango Department
A historic church with ornate architecture, a bell tower, and a large circular window.

Popular cities in Quetzaltenango Department

A historic building with columns and a clock tower.
Quetzaltenango
Known for Historical, Recreation and Culture
With a strong Mayan heritage, colonial architecture and huge volcanoes rising in the distance, this archetypal Guatemalan town enthralls and educates.

Reasons to visit

  • Quetzaltenango Central Park
  • Quetzaltenango Cathedral
  • La Democracia Market
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A panoramic view of a lake surrounded by mountains and dense forest.
Coatepeque
Venture to Parque Arqueológico Takalik Abaj—just one of the sights to explore around Coatepeque.
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A mountainous landscape with a valley, a lake, and distant mountains.
Zunil
Known for Volcano, Mountains and Forests
Quaint Zunil is calling! Discover its volcanoes, hiking, lake views and more.
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An old church with a steep, ornate roof and a large arched entrance.
Salcajá
Head to Monumento a la Marimba and La Democracia Market—just two of the sights around Salcajá.
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Olintepeque
Olintepeque
Venture to La Democracia Market and Monumento a la Marimba—just two of the sights around Olintepeque.
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San Juan Ostuncalco
San Juan Ostuncalco
Head to sights like Centro Cultural de san juan ostuncalco as you discover the local area in San Juan Ostuncalco.
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Quetzaltenango Central Park

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Relax by tree-shaded gardens, shop at artisan markets and see striking colonial-era landmarks at this lively park set in Quetzaltenango’s historic center.
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