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Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa

Escuintla, Guatemala · North America

About Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa

Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Siquinalá, 46km from Pacaya Volcano.

Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa is in Escuintla, Guatemala, with about 110,000 people. The nearest town is Siquinalá, about 7 km away.

Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈsanta luˈsi.a kotsumalˈɣwapa]) is a city and a municipality in the Escuintla department of Guatemala. It covers an area of approximately 529.8 km2 (204.6 sq mi). As per 2023 estimates, it has a population of about 129,473 inhabitants.

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What is there to see near Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa?

Within an hour or so of Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa: Acatenango (24 km), Antigua Guatemala (40 km), Pacaya Volcano (46 km), San Pedro La Laguna (48 km).

Are there any good drives near Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa?

The nearest famous roads are Ruta de las Flores.

Where is Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa?

Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa is in Escuintla, Guatemala, about 7 km from Siquinalá.

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Quick Information

Population
112,780
Continent
North America
Country
Guatemala
Region
Escuintla
Timezone
America/Guatemala
Coordinates
14.3351, -91.0234

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Worth the detour from Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa

5 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.

24 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Antigua Guatemala

A UNESCO colonial city framed by volcanoes, filled with cobblestone streets, pastel-colored buildings, and stunning ruined churches.

40 km · about 45 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.

46 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.

48 km · about 55 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.

48 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa

  • 24 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.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa.

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San Lucas Tolimán

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Río Bravo

🇬🇹 Guatemala

32 km awayPop. 7,568

Patzicía

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35 km awayPop. 21,249

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