The 5 Best History Museums in Guatemala City, Guatemala Department

April 18, 2022 Hana Mouser

Guatemala City draws visitors whose interests range from Maya history to contemporary culture. Two museums house Maya artifacts, some of which were discovered on a nearby archaeological site. Other museums exhibit indigenous and modern art. In Mercado Central, an underground market, shoppers bargain with vendors selling local handicrafts. Additional attractions include a botanical garden and a scale replica of the Eiffel Tower. A night out in bustling Zona Viva caps off a day of sightseeing.
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1. Palacio Nacional

6 Calle and 7 Ave. Plaza de Armas - Zona 1, Guatemala City 01001 Guatemala +502 2239 5000 http://mcd.gob.gt/palacio-nacional-de-la-cultura
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Palacio Nacional

The elaborate interior of this former presidential palace houses paintings and sculptures by famous Guatemalan artists.

Reviewed By Sierrita - Guatemala City, Guatemala

We Just invited to this special building made in 1944 i think. The ceremony was nice and we were with the president of the country. This place was made from a special kind of rock, green colored. The rooms are wonderful and the paintings and everything are splendid. Today is a musuem too, a place to visit in This beautiful country.

2. National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology

6a. Calle 7a. Avenida Building No. 5, Finca la Aurora Zona 13, Guatemala City 01013 Guatemala +502 2475 4010 [email protected] http://www.munae.gob.gt
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National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology

The National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology is a public institution and is part of the Directorate General of Cultural and Natural Heritage. Protects and disseminates the most important collection of archaeological artifacts of Mayan Culture, as well as a collection of ethnological material showing the cultural diversity of Guatemalan society. The permanent exhibition occupies 3500 square meters including pieces of jades, pottery, textiles and masks. Two rooms for temporary exhibitions present general topics of Mayan Culture and Guatemalan Archaeology.

Reviewed By 625sherylt - Mahwah, United States

The museum is organized into pre classic, classic and post classic exhibits of the Mayan civilizations. It is a good way to get background before going to the actual ruins.

3. Centro Cultural de Espana en Guatemala

6A Avenida 11-02 Edificio LUX, 2do. Nivel, Guatemala City Guatemala +502 2503 7500 http://www.cceguatemala.org/
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Centro Cultural de Espana en Guatemala

4. Musac

9a. avenida 9-79, zona 1, Centro Historico, Guatemala City Guatemala http://www.musacenlinea.org
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Musac

5. Casa de la Memoria Kaji Tulan

6A Avenida 1-73, Guatemala City Guatemala +502 4073 4141
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