Chichicastenango Market
The pretty highland town of Chichicastenango is famed for holding the biggest and best market in Guatemala, where indigenous peoples come from all over the area to sell their wares. Spend a full day exploring the maze of stalls and observing local life.
Area
Lake Atitlan
Type
Culture & People
Who
Adults
Older Kids
Difficulty
Leisurely
Everything is on offer at Chichicastenango, from brightly embroidered cloths and beautiful bags to medicinal plants and ceramic crafts. The food produce is also just as incredible as the crafts and the colourful array of traditional dress worn by the indigenous women makes for stunning photography. Santo Tomas church overlooks the market place, steeped in Mayan history and ritual flower sellers use the steps to set up shop. Away from the main market and the hustle and bustle, don’t miss the chance to see the colourful cemetery that is so evocative of Guatemalan culture.
Recommended Hotels Nearby
A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.
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View AccommodationCasa Palopo
Previously a private estate but now an exclusive beautifully decorated hotel overlooking the startlingly blue Lake Atitlan and surrounded by breathtaking volcanoes and indigenous villages - one of Central America's most spectacular sights.
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View AccommodationHotel Atitlan
Hotel Atitlan has a superb location on the fringes of Guatemala's Lake Atitlan, with most rooms benefiting from the most spectacular views of the lake and volcanoes beyond. The hotel has 60 unique rooms and plenty of facilities to complement your stay.
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View AccommodationLa Casa del Mundo
La Casa del Mundo intertwines with the surrounding lush rainforest overlooking the beautiful Lake Atitlan. Marvel at the untouched beauty from the lakeside with panoramic views of all three volcanoes over the horizon.
More Experiences in This Area
Discover more things to do in the area and chat to our specialists about crafting these experiences into your tailor-made holiday.
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View ExperienceLake Atitlan Village Tour - Santiago & San Juan La Laguna
Take a boat across the calm waters of Lake Atitlan to the villages of Santiago de Atitlan and San Juan la Laguna, each with a distinctive character yet both very charming and two of the most fascinating of the surrounding villages.
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