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Santa Catarina Palopó

Sololá, Guatemala · North America

About Santa Catarina Palopó

Santa Catarina Palopó is worth a stop: 5 minutes from San Antonio Palopó, 11km from Lake Atitlan.

Santa Catarina Palopó is a town located in Sololá, Guatemala. With a population of 2,948, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Santa Catarina 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 Santa Catarina Palopó to your route.

About Santa Catarina Palopó

Santa Catarina Palopó is a municipality in the Sololá department of Guatemala. The municipality is located on the shores of Lake Atitlán, approximately 3 miles southeast of Panajachel, a popular tourist destination. To its southeast is San Antonio Palopó. The three aforementioned towns are connected by one paved

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Where is Santa Catarina Palopó located?

Santa Catarina Palopó is located in Sololá, Guatemala, North America. The coordinates are 14.7233 latitude, -91.1343 longitude.

What is the population of Santa Catarina Palopó?

Santa Catarina Palopó has a population of approximately 2,948 people, making it a town in Guatemala.

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Quick Information

Population
2,948
Continent
North America
Country
Guatemala
Region
Sololá
Timezone
America/Guatemala
Coordinates
14.7233, -91.1343

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North AmericaGuatemalaSololáTown

Worth the detour from Santa Catarina 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.

11 km · about 20 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.

15 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Chichicastenango Market

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

25 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.

37 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Antigua Guatemala

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

47 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Santa Catarina Palopó

  • 37 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 Santa Catarina Palopó.

San Andrés Semetabaj

🇬🇹 Guatemala

2 km awayPop. 2,605

Panajachel

🇬🇹 Guatemala

3 km awayPop. 11,142

San Antonio Palopó

🇬🇹 Guatemala

4 km awayPop. 3,588

Concepción

🇬🇹 Guatemala

7 km awayPop. 3,292

Sololá

🇬🇹 Guatemala

7 km awayPop. 45,373

Santa Cruz La Laguna

🇬🇹 Guatemala

8 km awayPop. 1,422

San José Chacayá

🇬🇹 Guatemala

10 km awayPop. 839

San Marcos La Laguna

🇬🇹 Guatemala

13 km awayPop. 2,681

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