PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
S
Destinations
Home›Destinations›San Antonio Palopó
North AmericaGuatemalaSololá

San Antonio Palopó

Sololá, Guatemala · North America

About San Antonio Palopó

San Antonio Palopó is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Santa Catarina Palopó, 12km from Lake Atitlan.

San Antonio Palopó is a town located in Sololá, Guatemala. With a population of 3,588, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, San Antonio Palopó 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 San Antonio Palopó to your route.

About San Antonio Palopó

San Antonio Palopó is a municipality in the Sololá Department of Guatemala. The village is on the eastern shore of Lake Atitlán. The lowest elevation is 1,562 metres (5,125 ft) at the shoreline. The people of the region are Cakchiquel Maya with a distinctive style of clothing. The patron saint of the village is St.

Read more Anthony of Padua. The annual festival takes place on 13 June.

Read more on Wikipedia

Where to Stay in San Antonio Palopó

Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.

Filter presets

Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.

Booking.comExpediaTripAdvisorHotels.comAgodaAirbnb

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 San Antonio Palopó.

Explore the Area

Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near San Antonio Palopó.

Loading map...
Open in Google Maps

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in San Antonio Palopó?

San Antonio Palopó 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.

How do I plan a road trip to San Antonio Palopó?

Plan your road trip to San Antonio Palopó with Plan Your Road Trips! Add San Antonio Palopó as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Where is San Antonio Palopó located?

San Antonio Palopó is located in Sololá, Guatemala, North America. The coordinates are 14.6923 latitude, -91.1164 longitude.

What is the population of San Antonio Palopó?

San Antonio Palopó has a population of approximately 3,588 people, making it a town in Guatemala.

Plan a Road Trip

Add to your itinerary

Start planning your road trip with San Antonio Palopó as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Start Road Trip

What's Nearby?

Discover destinations like Tinder

Swipe through stunning destinations near San Antonio Palopó. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.

Explore now

Quick Information

Population
3,588
Continent
North America
Country
Guatemala
Region
Sololá
Timezone
America/Guatemala
Coordinates
14.6923, -91.1164

Tags

North AmericaGuatemalaSololáTown

Worth the detour from San Antonio Palopó

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

natural wonder

Lake Atitlan

A breathtaking volcanic lake surrounded by three towering volcanoes and traditional Mayan villages, often called the most beautiful lake in the world.

12 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

San Pedro La Laguna

A backpacker and artist hub on Lake Atitlán's shores beneath San Pedro Volcano, known for Spanish schools and Tz'utujil Maya culture.

17 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Chichicastenango Market

Central America's largest indigenous market held every Thursday and Sunday, overflowing with textiles, masks, flowers, and Maya rituals.

28 km · about 30 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Acatenango

A 3,976 m stratovolcano near Antigua climbed overnight so hikers can camp on the ridge and watch neighbouring Volcán de Fuego erupt through the night: one of the most reliable live-eruption views on earth.

34 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Antigua Guatemala

A UNESCO colonial city framed by volcanoes, filled with cobblestone streets, pastel-colored buildings, and stunning ruined churches.

44 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near San Antonio Palopó

  • 34 kmAcatenangoA 3,976 m stratovolcano near Antigua climbed overnight so hikers can camp on the ridge and watch neighbouring Volcán de Fuego erupt through the night: one of the most reliable live-eruption views on earth.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near San Antonio Palopó.

Santa Catarina Palopó

🇬🇹 Guatemala

4 km awayPop. 2,948

San Andrés Semetabaj

🇬🇹 Guatemala

6 km awayPop. 2,605

Panajachel

🇬🇹 Guatemala

7 km awayPop. 11,142

Concepción

🇬🇹 Guatemala

11 km awayPop. 3,292

Patzún

🇬🇹 Guatemala

11 km awayPop. 58,240

Sololá

🇬🇹 Guatemala

11 km awayPop. 45,373

San Lucas Tolimán

🇬🇹 Guatemala

11 km awayPop. 14,545

Santa Cruz La Laguna

🇬🇹 Guatemala

11 km awayPop. 1,422

Plan a trip around San Antonio Palopó

North America road trip planner

Plan a Road Trip from San Antonio Palopó

Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.

Start Planning
PYRT

The ultimate road trip planning platform. Discover 150,000+ destinations worldwide, plan scenic routes, and create unforgettable adventures.

Inspiration

  • Discover Trips
  • Travel Guides
  • Community

The Product

  • Calendar Planner
  • Integrations
  • How It Works
  • Collaboration Mode
  • Get the App
  • Merchandise: PYRT Supply Co.
  • Become a Creator
  • Trip Marketplace

Plan Your Trip

  • Road Trip Planner
  • Famous Routes
  • Planners by Country
  • Best Road Trip Planner App
  • Discover Road Trips
  • Events
  • Travel Guides
  • How It Works
  • My Trips
  • Community Groups

Company

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Support
  • Contact Us
  • Sign In
  • Create Account

© 2026 Plan Your Road Trips. All rights reserved.

•[email protected]
Data sources:GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)•Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)•Mapbox•Photography: George Lawrence