Family trip to Guatemala City with children. Ideas on where to go with your child

1. Goods and services can be paid not only in local currency but also in US dollars. It's best to exchange currency in banks or exchange offices “casas de cambio”. Currency exchange can …
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There is the great La Aurora Zoo in Guatemala City, which is sure to please both children and adults. This zoo is very large, adorned with hundreds of trees and exotic plants, among the thick undergrowth of which are equipped with spacious animal cages. Among the inhabitants of the zoo are giraffes and lions, various kinds of monkeys, bears and wolves, as well as dozens of other animals brought from all over the world. Visitors can pat and feed the friendliest inhabitants of the zoo. One of the favorite among visitors with children is an aviary with parrots. On the territory of the zoo, there are small restaurants and playgrounds for young visitors.

Among the hotels you will come across in Guatemala, the first-class Mercure Hotel Guatemala Casa Veranda deserves priority. It features a special design and has spacious rooms with parquet …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Guatemala City and surroundings
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Amusement parks near Guatemala City
♥ Amusement park 'Xocomil' Retalhuleu, 115.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Amusement park 'Xetulul Theme Park' Retalhuleu, 115.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Amusement park 'Xocomil' Retalhuleu, 115.6 km from the center. On the map


♥ Amusement park 'Xetulul Theme Park' Retalhuleu, 115.8 km from the center. On the map


Water attractions around Guatemala City
♥ Water park 'Xocomil' , 115.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Water park 'Xocomil' , 115.6 km from the center. On the map


Zoos and gardens in/near Guatemala City
♥ Zoo 'La Aurora Zoo' , 2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Zoo 'Auto Safari Chapin' , 58.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Zoo 'La Aurora Zoo' , 2 km from the center. On the map


♥ Zoo 'Auto Safari Chapin' , 58.1 km from the center. On the map


Famous sights of Guatemala City
Samabaj
From the series “Famous Sunken Towns”
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Distance from Guatemala City center - 72.3 km.
Researchers have discovered ancient ceramics, magnificent altars and incense, as well as many beautiful ceremonial monuments at the archaeological area. All of these priceless artifacts confirm the version that the flooding of the rich and prosperous city was sudden. Over time, the water of the oceans receded and formed the beautiful Atitlan Lake, where the ruins of old buildings were discovered. …
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Santa Maria Volcano
From the series “Volcanoes and Traps That Changed the Face of the Planet”
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Distance from Guatemala City center - 110.5 km.
Santa Maria volcano is the part of the chain of stratovolcanoes. After the eruption of 1902, it regularly reminds us of its power. Next, the less powerful eruption occurred in 1922. Seven years later, the volcano released into the atmosphere a cloud of easily flammable gas that killed 5 000 residents of nearby towns and villages. The height of the volcano is 3 772 meters. Researchers found out that the first powerful eruption of this structure occurred about 30 000 years ago. …
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Saudi Arabia to Open 38 Hotels in Diriyah
Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022.
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02.10.2023
Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022.

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Photogallery of best places of Guatemala City
Children attractions (aquaparks, zoos, amusement parks) on the map of Guatemala City

