What is the "Self-appointed guides at Parque Central" scam in Guatemala City?

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Men flash laminated or fake credentials near the National Palace, Cathedral and Mercado Central, attach themselves as your 'guide', deliver a real-sounding history spiel, then aggressively demand an inflated fee at the end. The unsolicited tour is never priced up front, and refusing can turn confrontational. Decline unsolicited guides firmly and keep walking; if you want a guide, arrange one through your hotel or a reputable agency and verify INGUAT accreditation. Never let someone start 'showing you around' without a price agreed in advance.

Tour & Activity Scams in Guatemala City

Self-appointed guides at Parque Central

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