Guatemala
Guatemala gives us 17 places, of which 11 are nature and walks and 3 are historic sites.
Quick facts about Guatemala
Best time to visitDecember – March
CurrencyQuetzal
LanguageSpanish
Time zoneCST (UTC−6)
PaymentBring cash
English spokenModerate (EF EPI #61)
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Travel essentials for Guatemala
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1Practical essentials
Dish to tryPepian
CapitalGuatemala City
Plug typesNEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15
DrivingDrive on the right
Emergency number123
Calling code+502
Daylight11–13 hours of daylight
Population17,263,239
Daylight is the range from the shortest to the longest day. English level: EF English Proficiency Index.
2Plan your trip to Guatemala
Getting thereFlights, trains & driving
Where to stayFamily-friendly hotels
Getting aroundDrive on the right
Travel budgetBring cash
Packing listPlugs: NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15
Travel with kidsTips for a smooth trip
Safety & healthEmergency: 123
Useful infoCalling code +502
3Guatemala with kids – highlights
Why families love Guatemala
Guatemala City carries 3 of the places we cover, with Villa Nueva and Mundo Perdido at 2 each. Comfortable months are dec through mar, the dry season.
Easy to travelBring cash · English: moderate
Food to tryPepian
Memories that lastExperiences your kids will never forget
4Popular searches about Guatemala
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