Centro Cultural Miguel Ángel Asturias, Guatemala City

Name: Centro Cultural Miguel Ángel Asturias
Address: 24 calle 3-81 zona 1, Guatemala City, 01001, Guatemala
Telephone: +502 2238 0416

#18 among attractions in Guatemala City

Concerts and shows, Concert hall, Theater

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Facts and practical information

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. The complex, which was designed by the architects Efrain Recinos and Carlos Alberto Haeussler was completed in 1978. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 14°37'38"N, 90°31'3"W

Address

24 calle 3-81 zona 1Guatemala City 01001 Guatemala

Contact

+502 2238 0416

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Day trips

Centro Cultural Miguel Ángel Asturias – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

1.1 miN
Palace, Historical place, Art museum
Palacio Nacional, Guatemala City
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1.1 miN
Church, Hispanic colonial architecture
Cathedral of Guatemala City, Guatemala City
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1 miW
Museum, Archaeological museum, Art museum
Museo Popol Vuh, Guatemala City
27 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Guatemala City, the Museo Popol Vuh stands as a cultural beacon, preserving and showcasing the rich history of the Mayan civilization. This esteemed institution is not just a museum; it is a gateway to the ancient world, offering a profound...
1 miNE
Museum, History museum
Guatemalan National History Museum, Guatemala City
26 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...
0.5 miNE
Museum, History museum
Guatemala City Railway Museum, Guatemala City
12 min walk • The Guatemala City Railway Museum, officially Museo del Ferrocarril FEGUA, is located in the main railway station in Guatemala City, Guatemala.
1 miS
Monument to a former Guatemalan leader
Torre del Reformador, Guatemala City
25 min walk • The Torre del Reformador is a 71.85 meter tall steel framework tower in Zone 9 of Guatemala City. The tower was built in 1935, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Justo Rufino Barrios, who was President of Guatemala and instituted a number of reforms.
0.7 miNE
Arch
Guatemala Post Office Building, Guatemala City
20 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.
1 miW
Cemetery
Guatemala City General Cemetery, Guatemala City
25 min walk • The Guatemala City General Cemetery was built in 1880, during general Justo Rufino Barrios presidency.
0.5 miE
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Estadio Doroteo Guamuch Flores, Guatemala City
13 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.
1 miSE
Football, Sport, Sport venue
Estadio del Ejército, Guatemala City
25 min walk • Estadio del Ejército, officially Estadio Coronel Guillermo Reyes Gramajo was a football stadium located in Guatemala City, the capital of Guatemala. The stadium was built in 1950 and is the home of Aurora F.C. It was demolished in late 2021 as a replacement for a shopping center.
1.5 miSE
Universities and schools
Universidad Galileo, Guatemala City
38 min walk • Galileo University is a private university in Guatemala City. It was founded and authorized on October 31, 2000. Initially, it was the School of Computer Engineering of Universidad Francisco Marroquín.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Centro Cultural Miguel Ángel Asturias?

Nearby attractions include Guatemala City Railway Museum, Guatemala City (12 min walk), Guatemala Post Office Building, Guatemala City (20 min walk).

How to get to Centro Cultural Miguel Ángel Asturias by public transport?

The nearest stations to Centro Cultural Miguel Ángel Asturias:

Bus

Plaza Municipal • Lines: 12 (4 min walk)
Transmetro Banco de Guatemala • Lines: Transmetro Línea 13 (6 min walk)

Train

Estación del Ferrocarril (12 min walk)