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Antigua Guatemala
A UNESCO colonial city framed by volcanoes, filled with cobblestone streets, pastel-colored buildings, and stunning ruined churches.
20 km · about 25 min drive
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San Juan Sacatepéquez
Guatemala, Guatemala · North America
About San Juan Sacatepéquez
San Juan Sacatepéquez is worth a stop: 5 minutes from San Pedro Sacatepéquez, 38km from Pacaya Volcano.
San Juan Sacatepéquez is in Guatemala, Guatemala, with about 140,000 people. The nearest town is San Pedro Sacatepéquez, about 4 km away.
San Juan Sacatepéquez (Spanish pronunciation: [saŋ ˈxwan sakateˈpekes]) is a city, with a population of 155,965 (2018 census) making it the eighth largest in Guatemala, and a municipality in the Guatemala department of Guatemala, northwest of Guatemala City. The city is known for flower-growing and wooden furniture.
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What is there to see near San Juan Sacatepéquez?
Within an hour or so of San Juan Sacatepéquez: Antigua Guatemala (20 km), Acatenango (35 km), Pacaya Volcano (38 km), Lake Atitlan (56 km).
Are there any good drives near San Juan Sacatepéquez?
The nearest famous roads are Ruta de las Flores.
Where is San Juan Sacatepéquez?
San Juan Sacatepéquez is in Guatemala, Guatemala, about 4 km from San Pedro Sacatepéquez.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 136,886
- Continent
- North America
- Country
- Guatemala
- Region
- Guatemala
- Timezone
- America/Guatemala
- Coordinates
- 14.7189, -90.6442
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Worth the detour from San Juan Sacatepéquez
5 notable places within an hour's 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.
35 km · about 40 min drive
natural wonder
Pacaya Volcano
An active volcano near Antigua Guatemala where hikers can roast marshmallows on volcanic vents and see glowing lava flows.
38 km · about 45 min 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.
56 km · about 65 min drive
landmark
Chichicastenango Market
Central America's largest indigenous market held every Thursday and Sunday, overflowing with textiles, masks, flowers, and Maya rituals.
56 km · about 65 min drive
Driving roads near San Juan Sacatepéquez
- 35 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.
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Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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