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San Miguel Dueñas, Sacatepequez: Safety, Cost & Attractions (2026)

Population (2018 census, INE): 12,696

Where is San Miguel Dueñas?

San Miguel Dueñas is located in the department of Sacatepequez, 33.8 km from Guatemala City and 8.1 km from Antigua Guatemala (department capital) .

Guatemala City
33.8 km
Antigua Guatemala
8.1 km
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Distances are straight-line. Coordinates from OpenStreetMap.

Key Stats

The safety and internet scores and the monthly cost in this section are our own map ratings and estimates, not official figures. For official data, see the sources cited in the page text.

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Where to Stay in San Miguel Dueñas

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San Miguel Dueñas is in Sacatepequez department, with a population of 12,696 in the 2018 census (INE). Known for coffee farms and quiet valley.

Safety & Connectivity: The safety score in the Key Stats section is our own map rating, not an official figure. Main concerns: small, limited dining, agricultural area. We have no sourced internet speed data for this town; check Tigo and Claro coverage for your exact address. Check our internet guide for detailed ISP coverage.

Cost of Living: The monthly cost in the Key Stats section is our own map estimate with no published source. Check today’s exchange rate and our cost of living comparison.

Local Festivals: Feria de San Miguel Dueñas (September 29) (patron: San Miguel Arcángel). Guatemala’s feria season brings parades, live music, food stalls, and traditional dances. See our festivals calendar for dates across all departments.

For department-level data, see Sacatepequez. Check the latest exchange rates and cost of living data.

Municipal Services

The Municipalidad de San Miguel Dueñas handles local government services including boleto de ornato (annual residence tax), IUSI (property tax), construction permits, and municipal business licenses.

For national government services, the Sacatepequez department capital Antigua Guatemala has the nearest offices for:

  • RENAP – DPI (cedula/national ID), birth certificates, marriage records
  • SAT – NIT (tax ID), fiscal registration, import/export paperwork
  • PNC – police services, reports, background checks

For step-by-step instructions on any government procedure, see our complete tramites guide.

How to Get There

SanMiguelDueñas is approximately 34 km from Guatemala City in a straight line. Road distance is longer and varies by route; the main route goes through Sacatepequez department.

From Guatemala City:

  • By bus: This page does not name a bus operator, terminal or fare: we print those only from an operator’s own timetable. Our sourced route guide for Sacatepequez department: Antigua to Guatemala City.
  • By car: Take the main highway through Sacatepequez. Road conditions vary; check CONRED for updates.
  • By shuttle: The transport hub lists the shuttle routes we have checked against the sellers’ own timetables.

Check our transportation guide and today’s gas prices.

Local Costs & Services

Live price links for SanMiguelDueñas (Sacatepequez department):

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Safety Overview

The safety score in the Key Stats section above is our own map rating, not an official figure.

Emergency contacts:

  • CONRED (disaster): 119
  • Police (PNC): 110
  • Fire department: 122
  • Cruz Roja (Red Cross): 125
  • Tourist assistance (ASISTUR, INGUAT): 1500

Read our full Guatemala safety guide for department-by-department data.

Explore Sacatepequez Department

SanMiguelDueñas is one of the municipalities in Sacatepequez department. Explore nearby areas and compare data across the region.

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FAQ

Where is San Miguel Dueñas located?

San Miguel Dueñas is located in the Sacatepequez department of Guatemala. It is 33.8 km from Guatemala City and 8.1 km from Antigua Guatemala, the department capital.

Is San Miguel Dueñas safe?

The safety score in the Key Stats section is our own map rating, not an official figure. See our safety guide for the homicide data we can source.

How much does it cost to live in San Miguel Dueñas?

The monthly cost in the Key Stats section is our own map estimate with no published source. Our cost of living guide covers the costs we can source.

What is San Miguel Dueñas known for?

San Miguel Dueñas is known for coffee farms, quiet valley, near antigua.

What government offices are in San Miguel Dueñas?

The Municipalidad in San Miguel Dueñas handles local services: boleto de ornato, IUSI property tax, and municipal licenses. For national services like RENAP (DPI/cedula), SAT (tax/NIT), and PNC, you will need to go to Antigua Guatemala (Sacatepequez department capital). See our complete tramites guide for step-by-step procedures.

What are the main festivals in San Miguel Dueñas?

San Miguel Dueñas participates in national celebrations like Semana Santa, Independence Day (Sep 15), and local cultural events. Check our ferias calendar for its feria patronal date.

Is there good internet in San Miguel Dueñas?

We have no sourced internet speed data for this town; the internet figure in the Key Stats section is our own estimate. Check Tigo and Claro coverage for your exact address before you rely on it for work, and keep a mobile hotspot as backup. See our internet guide for coverage details.

What is the nearest hospital to San Miguel Dueñas?

The nearest hospital is the Hospital Nacional in Antigua Guatemala (Sacatepequez department capital). Local health centers (Centros de Salud) in San Miguel Dueñas handle basic medical needs. For specialized or emergency care, Guatemala City hospitals (Roosevelt, San Juan de Dios) are the reference facilities.

Data from locations.json, government sources, and field surveys

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