natural wonder
Pacaya Volcano
An active volcano near Antigua Guatemala where hikers can roast marshmallows on volcanic vents and see glowing lava flows.
14 km · about 25 min drive
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Petapa
Guatemala, Guatemala · North America
About Petapa
Petapa is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Villa Nueva, 14km from Pacaya Volcano.
Petapa is in Guatemala, Guatemala, with about 140,000 people. The nearest town is Villa Nueva, about 4 km away.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Petapa?
Within an hour or so of Petapa: Pacaya Volcano (14 km), Antigua Guatemala (19 km), Acatenango (34 km).
Are there any good drives near Petapa?
The nearest famous roads are Ruta de las Flores.
Where is Petapa?
Petapa is in Guatemala, Guatemala, about 4 km from Villa Nueva.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 135,447
- Continent
- North America
- Country
- Guatemala
- Region
- Guatemala
- Timezone
- America/Guatemala
- Coordinates
- 14.5019, -90.5620
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Worth the detour from Petapa
3 notable places within an hour's drive.
landmark
Antigua Guatemala
A UNESCO colonial city framed by volcanoes, filled with cobblestone streets, pastel-colored buildings, and stunning ruined churches.
19 km · about 20 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.
34 km · about 40 min drive
Driving roads near Petapa
- 34 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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