Parque Central, Guatemala City

#53 among attractions in Guatemala City

Relax in park, Park

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Parque Central is a place located in Guatemala City (Guatemala department) and belongs to the category of relax in park, park.

It is situated at an altitude of 4934 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 14°38'30"N latitude and 90°30'48"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Parque Central is a short distance from the following public transport stations: San Agustin (bus, 7 min walk), Estación del Ferrocarril (train, 22 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Cathedral of Guatemala City (church, 2 min walk), Palacio Nacional (palace, 2 min walk), Guatemalan National History Museum (museum, 7 min walk).

Elevation: 4934 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 14°38'30"N, 90°30'48"W

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Nearby attractions include: Palacio Nacional, Cathedral of Guatemala City, Guatemalan National History Museum, Guatemala City Railway Museum.

~400 ftN
Palace, Historical place, Art museum
Palacio Nacional, Guatemala City
2 min walk • The Palacio Nacional de la Cultura, commonly known as Palacio Nacional, is an emblematic edifice situated in the heart of Guatemala City, Guatemala. This grand palace stands as a testament to the nation's historical and architectural heritage, serving as a crucial site...
~320 ftE
Church, Hispanic colonial architecture
Cathedral of Guatemala City, Guatemala City
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Guatemala City, the Metropolitan Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of Guatemala City, stands as a testament to faith and resilience in the face of adversity. This grand church, with its imposing neoclassical façade, has been a focal point...
~1420 ftSE
Museum, History museum
Guatemalan National History Museum, Guatemala City
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Guatemala City, the Guatemalan National History Museum stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of the nation's past. This cultural institution is housed in a building that has witnessed the ebb and flow of history, serving various purposes...
0.8 miS
Museum, History museum
Guatemala City Railway Museum, Guatemala City
21 min walk • The Guatemala City Railway Museum, officially Museo del Ferrocarril FEGUA, is located in the main railway station in Guatemala City, Guatemala.
1.1 miS
Concerts and shows, Concert hall, Theater
Centro Cultural Miguel Ángel Asturias, Guatemala City
27 min walk • The Centro Cultural Miguel Ángel Asturias, commonly called Teatro Nacional, is a cultural center in Guatemala City, Guatemala. It is located in the Centro Cívico of the city and was built in the same place of the old Fuerte de San José. Its form, which emulates a seated jaguar, stands out from the adjacent buildings.
~1750 ftS
Arch
Guatemala Post Office Building, Guatemala City
9 min walk • The Guatemala Post Office Building is a building in Guatemala City, Guatemala. It is the management centre of postal services in Guatemala. It was constructed between 1937 and 1940. The characteristic archway of the building was inspired by the Santa Catalina Arch in Antigua Guatemala.
0.6 miNE
14°38'48"N • 90°30'20"W
Cerrito del Carmen, Guatemala City
16 min walk • Park
1.1 miS
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Estadio Doroteo Guamuch Flores, Guatemala City
29 min walk • The Estadio Nacional Doroteo Guamuch Flores is a multi-use national stadium in Guatemala City, the largest in Guatemala. It was built in 1948, to host the Central American and Caribbean Games in 1950, and was renamed after long-distance runner Doroteo Guamuch Flores, winner of the 1952 Boston Marathon.
0.6 miNW
14°38'57"N • 90°31'4"W
Parque el Sauce, Guatemala City
16 min walk • Park

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Parque Central?

Nearby attractions include Cathedral of Guatemala City, Guatemala City (2 min walk), Palacio Nacional, Guatemala City (2 min walk), Guatemalan National History Museum, Guatemala City (7 min walk), Guatemala Post Office Building, Guatemala City (9 min walk).

How to get to Parque Central by public transport?

The nearest stations to Parque Central:

Bus

San Agustin (7 min walk)
Capuchinas • Lines: L18 (9 min walk)

Train

Estación del Ferrocarril (22 min walk)