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The Top 16 Attractions in Sacatepéquez

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Sacatepéquez. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Sacatepéquez is a region where 16

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 4, 2025

Cathedral of San José (Antigua Guatemala)

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Antigua is a UNESCO WHS and is a town of great beauty. Kathedrale San Jose is part of the reason for its inclusion. Like most of Antigua the cathedral is …

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Acatenango Base Camps

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If you stand on the slope of Fuego and look across to Acatenango, you can see several "campamentos" on its flanks. At night, the eruptions of Fuego are even more spectacular because you can see the glowing red lava fountains.

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Volcán de Fuego

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We had a great two day trip up Acatenango and Fuego. After a six hour ascent of Acatenango and we overnighted in a tent in the crater before tackling Fuego …

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Santa Catalina Arch

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The nuns of the monastery used to be able to use this round arch to cross the street unseen

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View from Cerro de la Cruz

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Beautiful vantage point above the city of Antigua (Guatemala) which can be reached with a short and easy hike (only about 100 meters to overcome). Meeting point of many families …

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Palacio de los Capitanes Generales

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The Palacio de los Capitanes Generales was the administrative headquarters of the Spanish colonial government. The building on the Parque Central was built in 1558, was damaged several times by earthquakes and is now a cultural center.

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Central Park Fountain, Antigua

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A beautiful plaza and gathering spot with trees, a central fountain & benches, plus nearby vendors & eateries. The focal point of beautiful Antigua.

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Ex-Convent of Santa Teresa de Jesús

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Open daily 09.00-17.00

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Ruins of the Cathedral of San José, Antigua

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Behind the San Jose Cathedral, entrance is at 3a Avenida Norte, is the ruin. You can see that it was once magnificent.
Entrance costs 3 USD, in cash.

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Statue of Saint James the Greater (Santiago de los Caballeros)

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From Antigua, a footpath leads up to the Mirador Cerro de la Cruz. Following the path up the hill leads to the statue. From here you have another great view …

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The Top 16 Attractions in Sacatepéquez

Cathedral of San José (Antigua Guatemala)

Acatenango Base Camps

Volcán de Fuego

Santa Catalina Arch

View from Cerro de la Cruz

Palacio de los Capitanes Generales

Central Park Fountain, Antigua

Ex-Convent of Santa Teresa de Jesús

Ruins of the Cathedral of San José, Antigua

Statue of Saint James the Greater (Santiago de los Caballeros)

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