ancient ruins
Quiriguá
UNESCO Maya site just off Guatemala's Atlantic Highway, home to the tallest stelae ever carved by the Maya: 10-m sandstone giants standing in a banana-plantation clearing.
38 km · about 45 min drive
Zacapa, Guatemala · North America
Gualán sits on the route: 20 minutes from La Unión, 38km from Quiriguá.
Gualán is a town located in Zacapa, Guatemala. With a population of 19,354, it is an important destination in North America.
On a road trip, Gualán sits in Guatemala. It's in the America/Guatemala time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Gualán to your route.
Gualán is a town and municipality in the Guatemalan department of Zacapa. It is located in the Eastern part of the country about 165 Kilometers from Guatemala City on route CA-9.
Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.
Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.
Compare before you book!
Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Gualán.
Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Gualán.
Gualán offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.
Plan your road trip to Gualán with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Gualán as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Gualán is located in Zacapa, Guatemala, North America. The coordinates are 15.1195 latitude, -89.3572 longitude.
Gualán has a population of approximately 19,354 people, making it a town in Guatemala.
Add to your itinerary
Start planning your road trip with Gualán as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Start Road TripDiscover destinations like Tinder
Swipe through stunning destinations near Gualán. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.
2 notable places within an hour's drive.
ancient ruins
UNESCO Maya site just off Guatemala's Atlantic Highway, home to the tallest stelae ever carved by the Maya: 10-m sandstone giants standing in a banana-plantation clearing.
38 km · about 45 min drive
ancient ruins
A major Maya city renowned for its remarkable series of portrait stelae, its elaborate Hieroglyphic Stairway containing the longest known Maya text, and richly decorated temples.
39 km · about 45 min drive
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
Other places to explore near Gualán.
Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.
Start Planning