Tour of the Quetzaltenango cementery.
City Tours
Quetzaltenango has a lot to offer. The city was originally named Xelajú meaning Under Ten Mountains. It was part of the Mayan empire during Pre-Columbian times. With the coming of the Spanish, the named changed to Quetzaltenango which means Place of the Quetzal. This combination of nature and city is still visible in the city today.
The historic center of Quetzaltenango.
We offer a variety of tours in the city. Walk through the Historic Center to enjoy the architecture of Xela's gilded age. Learn about Mayan cosmology and beliefs at the Museo Ixkik´ del Traje Maya. Visit Central American Park to see locals enjoying their city. Visit the Xela Mercados to buy local produce or a souvenir. Visit our historic cemetery and be awed by the creativity and beauty. Our city is vibrant and beautiful and there is always something to enjoy and observe.
Traditional architecture.
Learn to make your own chocolate from local teachers.