Guatemala Country Quickfacts
Area: | 108,889 km2 |
Capital: | Guatemala City |
Country Code: | 502 |
Country Population: | 15,806,675 |
Credit Cards: | Visa and Master Card in tourist areas with smaller shops applying a service charge |
Currency: | Quetzal |
Departure Tax: | $30USD usually embedded in air tickets. |
Drives on the: | Right |
Electricity: | 110 - 120 V |
Ethnic Groups: | 59.4% Mestizo; 9.1% K'iche'; 8.4% Kaqchikel; 7.9% Mam; 6.3% Q'eqchi'; 8.6% other Mayan |
Flag: | ![]() |
Location: | Central America |
Official Language(s): | Spanish |
Religion: | Catholic, Protestant |
Time Zone: | CST (UTC -6) |
Tipping: | Tipping is expected and follows North American customs. |
Guatemala Travel Information
At Goway we believe that a well-informed traveller is a safer traveller. With this in mind, we have compiled an easy-to-navigate travel information section dedicated to Guatemala.
Learn about the history and culture of Guatemala, the must-try food and drink, and what to pack in your suitcase. Read about Guatemala's nature and wildlife, weather and geography, along with 'Country Quickfacts' compiled by our travel experts. Our globetrotting tips, as well as our visa and health information, will help ensure you're properly prepared for a safe and enjoyable trip. The only way you could possibly learn more is by embarking on your journey and discovering Guatemala for yourself. Start exploring… book one of our Guatemala tours today!
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