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Antigua Guatemala
A UNESCO colonial city framed by volcanoes, filled with cobblestone streets, pastel-colored buildings, and stunning ruined churches.
5 km · about 10 min drive
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San Antonio Aguas Calientes
Sacatepéquez, Guatemala · North America
About San Antonio Aguas Calientes
San Antonio Aguas Calientes is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Antigua Guatemala, 27km from Pacaya Volcano.
San Antonio Aguas Calientes is in Sacatepéquez, Guatemala, with about 7,800 people. The nearest town is Antigua Guatemala, about 5 km away.
San Antonio Aguas Calientes (Spanish pronunciation: [san anˈtonjo ˈaɣwas kaˈljentes]) is a municipality in the Guatemalan department of Sacatepéquez.
The municipal seat is the town of San Andrés Ceballos which is known for its weavers. Maya women in the area use a backstrap loom to weave traditional patterns. There isRead more
a two-story market on the square that sells weavings and other crafts. Several of the women have their looms set up and will demonstrate their skills. There are a couple other stores outside of town that also sell weavings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near San Antonio Aguas Calientes?
Within an hour or so of San Antonio Aguas Calientes: Antigua Guatemala (5 km), Acatenango (11 km), Pacaya Volcano (27 km), Lake Atitlan (47 km).
Are there any good drives near San Antonio Aguas Calientes?
The nearest famous roads are Ruta de las Flores.
Where is San Antonio Aguas Calientes?
San Antonio Aguas Calientes is in Sacatepéquez, Guatemala, about 5 km from Antigua Guatemala.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 7,811
- Continent
- North America
- Country
- Guatemala
- Region
- Sacatepéquez
- Timezone
- America/Guatemala
- Coordinates
- 14.5468, -90.7805
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Worth the detour from San Antonio Aguas Calientes
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.
11 km · about 20 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.
27 km · about 30 min drive
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Lake Atitlan
A breathtaking volcanic lake surrounded by three towering volcanoes and traditional Mayan villages, often called the most beautiful lake in the world.
47 km · about 55 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.
55 km · about 65 min drive
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Chichicastenango Market
Central America's largest indigenous market held every Thursday and Sunday, overflowing with textiles, masks, flowers, and Maya rituals.
57 km · about 65 min drive
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- Right hereAcatenangoA 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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