What is the Capital of Guatemala?
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
The capital city of Guatemala is Guatemala City. Guatemala is located in Central America, North America, with a population of 18,079,810. The official currency is the Guatemalan quetzal and the primary language spoken is Spanish.
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Capital of Guatemala — FAQ
What is the capital of Guatemala?
The capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City.
Is Guatemala City the largest city in Guatemala?
Yes — Guatemala City is both the capital and the largest city of Guatemala.
What country is Guatemala City in?
Guatemala City is the capital city of Guatemala.
What continent is Guatemala City in?
Guatemala City, the capital of Guatemala, is located in North America.
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