This Guatemala guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this Guatemala travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC's strict environmental and social standards.

This Guatemala guidebook covers: Guatemala City, Antigua and around, The western highlands, The Pacific coast, The Oriente and Izabal, Cob n and the Verapaces, Pet n and Into Honduras: Cop n and around.

Inside this Guatemala travel book, you'll find:

A wide range of sights - Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks

Itinerary examples - created for different time frames or types of trip

Practical information - how to get to Guatemala, all about public transport, food and drink, shopping, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, tips for travellers with disabilities and more

Author picks and things not to miss in Guatemala - Lago De Atitl n, Maya textiles, Centro Hist rico, R o Dulce, Quetzal, Volc n De Pacaya, chicken buses, highland hiking, Semana Santa, studying spanish, the Ixil Region, Antigua, Tikal, Ron Zacapa Centenario, rainforest wildlife, L vingston, Semuc Champey, Mirador Basin, Chichicastenango, Yaxh , Maxim n, Monterrico, Todos Santos Cuchumat n, Cop n Ruins, coffee

Insider recommendations - tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots

When to go to Guatemala - high season, low season, climate information and festivals

Where to go - a clear introduction to Guatemala with key places and a handy overview

Extensive coverage of regions, places and experiences - regional highlights, sights and places for different types of travellers, with experiences matching different needs

Places to eat, drink and stay - hand-picked restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels

Practical info at each site - hours of operation, websites, transit tips, charges

Colour-coded mapping - with keys and legends listing sites categorised as highlights, eating, accommodation, shopping, drinking and nightlife

Background information for connoisseurs - history, culture, art, architecture, film, books, religion, diversity

Essential Spanish dictionary and glossary of local terms

Free download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebook to Guatemala

Fully updated post-COVID-19

The guide provides a comprehensive and rich selection of places to see and things to do in Guatemala, as well as great planning tools. It's the perfect companion, both ahead of your trip and on the ground.

The Rough Guide to Guatemala: Travel Guide with Free eBook - häftad, Engelska, 2025