Museum
Museo Nacional de Arqueología y Etnología
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The Museo Nacional de Arqueología y Etnología is the premier institution for understanding Guatemala's ancient Maya civilization. Its extensive collection includes intricately carved stelae, ceremonial jade objects, pottery, and textiles from major sites like Tikal and Kaminaljuyú. The museum's exhibits are organized thematically, covering Maya writing, astronomy, and daily life, providing a comprehensive look at one of the world's great ancient cultures.
Don't miss
- The Jade Gallery featuring exquisite Maya jade masks and jewelry
- Stelae from Tikal with detailed hieroglyphic inscriptions
- Ethnographic displays of traditional Guatemalan textiles and costumes
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Museo Nacional de Arqueología y Etnología
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inPrivate Shuttle in Guatemala4.8★ · 297 travelersFree cancellationFrom$15 per personSee dates →
Most bookedPrivate Ground Transfer Airport - Antigua Guatemala4.9★ · 243 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$30 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate tour with Archaeologist at National Anthropology Museum5★ · 119 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$98 per personSee dates →More attractions in Guatemala City