Ciudad Vieja
Guatemala · Departamento de Sacatep�quezGT
Municipality and town in Sacatepéquez, Guatemala
Ciudad Vieja is a town and municipality in the Guatemalan department of Sacatepéquez. According to the 2018 census, the town has a population of 32,802 and the municipality a population of 33,405. Ciudad Vieja was the second site of Santiago de los Caballeros de Guatemala, the colonial capital of the country.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 41,010
- Coordinates
- 14.524, -90.763
- Timezone
- America/Guatemala
- Elevation
- 1550 m
Overview of Ciudad Vieja
Ciudad Vieja sits in Departamento de Sacatep�quez, Guatemala and reads as a small town. Population figures land around 41,010. The altitude here is around 1,550 m. Which shapes the pace of a visit. The activity mix leans towards culture, nature and adventure. The northern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates.
Things to do in Ciudad Vieja
Culture in Ciudad Vieja
(4)The culture shortlist for Ciudad Vieja: Architectural Buildings, Castles, Docks and Fountains. Everything listed here comes from what Ciudad Vieja is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Nature in Ciudad Vieja
(4)Nature in Ciudad Vieja covers Desert, Geological Formations, Valleys and Volcanoes. Each one is worth building half a day around. This reflects only what is documented for Ciudad Vieja.
Adventure in Ciudad Vieja
(3)Ciudad Vieja's adventure entries include Adventure, Escape Room and Off Road Trails. It is a direct read of Ciudad Vieja's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Sports in Ciudad Vieja
(3)Our data lists Biking, Running and Trail Running as sports options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. This reflects only what is documented for Ciudad Vieja.
Wellness in Ciudad Vieja
(3)Under wellness, Ciudad Vieja is tagged with Spa, Turkish Baths and Wellness. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Ciudad Vieja.
Family in Ciudad Vieja
(1)Ciudad Vieja's family entries include Playgrounds. It is a direct read of Ciudad Vieja's activity profile. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Nightlife in Ciudad Vieja
(1)The nightlife shortlist for Ciudad Vieja: Nightlife. It is a direct read of Ciudad Vieja's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Ciudad Vieja
Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Ciudad Vieja still delivers.
Getting there & around
Getting to Ciudad Vieja usually means a connection from Departamento de Sacatep�quez and your own wheels for the rest. Ciudad Vieja runs on America/Guatemala time.
Similar destinations
Places near Ciudad Vieja that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ciudad Vieja known for?
- In Departamento de Sacatep�quez, Guatemala, Ciudad Vieja stands out for culture, nature and adventure. That mix defines the typical visit to this 41,010-strong destination.
- What can you do in Ciudad Vieja?
- Options in Ciudad Vieja run to Architectural Buildings, Castles, Docks, Fountains and Desert — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Ciudad Vieja?
- Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Ciudad Vieja still delivers.
- Where is Ciudad Vieja located?
- You will find Ciudad Vieja in Departamento de Sacatep�quez, Guatemala. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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