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Antigua Guatemala
A UNESCO colonial city framed by volcanoes, filled with cobblestone streets, pastel-colored buildings, and stunning ruined churches.
26 km · about 30 min drive
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Comalapa
Chimaltenango, Guatemala · North America
About Comalapa
Comalapa is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Santa Cruz Balanyá, 30km from Lake Atitlan.
Comalapa is in Chimaltenango, Guatemala, with about 32,000 people. The nearest town is Santa Cruz Balanyá, about 7 km away.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Comalapa?
Within an hour or so of Comalapa: Antigua Guatemala (26 km), Acatenango (27 km), Lake Atitlan (30 km), Chichicastenango Market (33 km).
Are there any good drives near Comalapa?
The nearest famous roads are Ruta de las Flores.
Where is Comalapa?
Comalapa is in Chimaltenango, Guatemala, about 7 km from Santa Cruz Balanyá.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 32,312
- Continent
- North America
- Country
- Guatemala
- Region
- Chimaltenango
- Timezone
- America/Guatemala
- Coordinates
- 14.7409, -90.8876
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Worth the detour from Comalapa
6 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.
27 km · about 30 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.
30 km · about 35 min drive
landmark
Chichicastenango Market
Central America's largest indigenous market held every Thursday and Sunday, overflowing with textiles, masks, flowers, and Maya rituals.
33 km · about 40 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.
42 km · about 50 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.
50 km · about 60 min drive
Driving roads near Comalapa
- 27 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.
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