What does groceries cost in Guatemala City?

Basic groceries in Guatemala City cost: milk (1L) ($2), bread (500g) ($2), rice (1kg) ($2), eggs (12 pack) ($3), chicken breast (1kg) ($6), apples (1kg) ($3), bananas (1kg) ($2).

What does dining out cost in Guatemala City?

Dining out in Guatemala City: inexpensive meal ($8), mid-range restaurant meal ($45), local beer ($3), coffee ($4).

What does housing cost in Guatemala City?

Average monthly rent in Guatemala City: 1-bedroom apartment in city center ($854), 1-bedroom apartment outside center ($576), 3-bedroom apartment in city center ($1242), 3-bedroom apartment outside center ($730).

What does transportation cost in Guatemala City?

Transportation costs in Guatemala City: public transport ticket ($1.17), monthly transport pass ($24.27), taxi starting fare ($3.89), gasoline per liter ($1.48).

What does utilities cost in Guatemala City?

Monthly utilities in Guatemala City: basic utilities for 85m² apartment ($97), mobile phone plan ($25), internet ($44).

What does entertainment cost in Guatemala City?

Entertainment costs in Guatemala City: gym membership ($67), movie ticket ($10), theater ticket ($48).

What does personal care cost in Guatemala City?

Personal care items in Guatemala City: deodorant ($5), shampoo ($6), toothpaste ($3), haircut ($19).

What does clothing cost in Guatemala City?

Clothing prices in Guatemala City: jeans ($57), dress ($48), sneakers ($120), leather shoes ($90).

What does healthcare cost in Guatemala City?

Healthcare costs in Guatemala City: cold medicine ($4), antibiotics ($23), doctor visit ($40).

What does education cost in Guatemala City?

Education costs in Guatemala City: preschool (monthly) ($216), international school (monthly) ($5943).

What does other expenses cost in Guatemala City?

Costs in Guatemala City include: averageSalary ($456), laundryDetergent ($8), cleaning ($3), tv ($303), microwave ($113).

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Guatemala

Guatemala City City Guide

Guatemala Department

Explore Guatemala City City Guide

Guatemala City is the capital and economic center of Guatemala, set among mountains. It's a busy city with a mix of old and new. The food and coffee scene is growing, but safety is a concern in some areas.

Lifestyle🍽️

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Food Scene

Good

Good mix of restaurants and a strong coffee culture. Vegetarian and vegan options are often available.

Vegan FriendlyVegetarian Friendly

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Nightlife

Good

Zona Viva (Zone 10) has many bars and restaurants with an upscale vibe.

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Coffee Culture

Excellent

Strong coffee culture with tours and quality cafés.

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Tipping

Not Required

Tipping customs are not well documented; small tips are appreciated in restaurants.

Top Attractions

National Palace of Culture

historic

Historic government building in downtown Guatemala City.

Kaminaljuyu Ruins

historic

Ancient Mayan archaeological site inside the city.

Mercado Central

market

Large market selling food, crafts, and flowers.

Museo Popol Vuh

museum

Museum of pre-Columbian art and culture.

Museo Ixchel del Traje Indígena

museum

Museum focusing on indigenous textiles and clothing.

Relief Map

attraction

Large map showing Guatemala's terrain and geography.

La Aurora Zoo

attraction

City zoo with various animals and family activities.

Children's Museum

family

Interactive museum for kids.

Ciudad Cayalá

shopping

Modern shopping and dining complex.

Cathedral of Guatemala City

historic

Main Catholic cathedral downtown.

San Francisco Church

historic

Historic church with colonial architecture.

Plaza de la Constitución

attraction

Central public square often hosting events.

SIM Cards

Local SIM cards are available from various shops but no specific details on providers or eSIM.

Available at:

• Local mobile shops

• Supermarkets

Services & Infrastructure

Street Cleanliness

Limited

Cleanliness information is unclear due to limited data.

24/7 Services

Poor

24/7 services are limited with few night clinics or late pharmacies.

Groceries

Mercado Central

Paseo Cayalá

Oakland Mall

Pradera Concepción

Supermarkets offer international and local products. Mercado Central is good for local items. Paseo Cayalá and Oakland Mall have upscale shopping.

Cashless Payments

Cash preferred

Credit cards work but fraud risks mean cash is important for many payments.

ATMs

ATMs are common but use ones at banks or hotels and cover the PIN pad to avoid scams.

Schools

International

The city has international schools but details are limited.

Available Schools:

• International schools available

Work & Digital💻

Coworking Spaces

Available

Available Spaces:

Regus Guatemala City

Offers hot desks and offices, monthly and daily passes available.

Tec Coworking

Modern coworking space with daily and monthly options.

OffiRent

Office rentals starting at 1,099 GTQ/month.

Cowork Guatemala

Coworking with day passes from 150 GTQ.

Serendipity Lab

Day passes and monthly subscriptions available.

Selina

Free coworking on Mondays and paid options other days.

Work-Friendly Cafés

Limited

Digital Nomad Community

Limited

A small community with limited meetups and nomad-focused events.

Nature & Activities🌿

Green Spaces

Good

Several green spaces like Jardín Botanico and Parque Ecológico Kanajuyú.

Running

Poor

Running is possible but the city is hectic and unsafe for jogging.

Gyms

Available

Gyms are common, with day passes and monthly memberships from about $80 USD.

Available Gyms:

• Smartraining Gym

• Forza Gym

• Futeca Gym Miraflores

• Orangetheory Fitness

Tennis

Good

Tennis courts are available at hotels and private clubs.

Padel

Poor

No clear info on padel courts.

Yoga

Limited

Yoga classes exist, especially near beach areas like El Paredón.

Martial Arts

Poor

Limited info on martial arts facilities and classes.

Skiing

Poor

No skiing available.

Water Sports

Good

Lake Atitlán offers kayaking and paddleboarding; jet skiing is available at Puerto San José.

Surfing

Good

Surfing is popular at El Paredón with year-round waves and schools for beginners.

Diving

Poor

Diving sites exist on the Caribbean coast but not near the city.

Health & Safety🏥

Healthcare

Good

Healthcare ranges from basic public clinics to private hospitals requiring upfront payment. English is limited.

Hospitals:

• Private hospitals

• Public clinics

Pharmacies:

• Local pharmacies

Tap Water Safety

Not recommended

Tap water is not safe to drink. Use bottled or purified water.

Common Scams

Picture scam, Friendly ATM helper scam, Bird poop distraction theft, Friendly bar friends leading to robbery, Pickpocketing, Bag-snatching, Carjacking, Credit card/PIN theft, Police scams

Community & Family

Family Friendly

Good

There are kid-friendly places like the Children's Museum, zoo, and amusement parks. Pet-friendly hotels cater to families.

LGBTQ+ Friendly

Poor

Information on LGBTQ+ acceptance and safety is limited and unclear.

Pet Friendly

Good

Pet-friendly hotels and restaurants exist with some services for pets.

Communities

Cowork Guatemala (coworking)

Regus Guatemala City (coworking)

Serendipity Lab (coworking)

Quick Facts

Population

1,213,651

Power Reliability

Good

6/10

Power is generally reliable but occasional outages can occur.

Beach Access

Available

Pacific Coast beaches like Monterrico (90 minutes away) offer black sand and surfing at El Paredón.

Mountains

Available

The city is in a mountainous area near volcanoes. Volcán Pacaya is a popular hike.

Languages

Spanish(90%)

English(10%)

⚠️Natural Disasters Risk

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Tsunami

Very Low Risk

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Earthquake

High Risk

🌦️Seasonal Issues

Dry season

November, December, January, February, March

Dry season runs November to March with lower rainfall.

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