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The small, laid-back town of Copan Ruinas is where most travelers stay when they come to see the magnificent ruined Maya city of Copán. Traditionally simply a place to find a decent hostel for a night, the little town is reinventing itself as an eco-tourism destination in its own right, adding activities such as horseback riding, birdwatching and trips to the nearby hot springs.
Perched on a mountainside, La Pintada offers a spectacular panorama of the town of Copan Ruinás and t...
The Ruins at Copan are believed to have been inhabited by the Maya as early as 1200 BC and are now a U...
This is the reason for coming here, so it is best to do it properly. Entry to the site is pricey but...
Right in the heart of the action, this seems to be the place to stay in town. Rooms, all with clean bathrooms,...







We arrived at La Hacienda San Lucas just as the sun was about to disappear over the mountains beyond the valley....







A tidy, if slightly drab alternative a few blocks off of the main square. Rooms are $15 flat rate, but contain t...







Out the front door of the Via Via hostel, this bar/restaurant has a...







This is where the action is on a big night in town. The long open-air bar has plenty of seating and a good hap...







Visit this place to get a real taste of traditional Mayan food with a chorizo or bean “anafre,” which is a...







As tourism has expanded over the past few years, the number of tour companies in Copan has ballooned. But while ...







Centered in Via Via Hotel, this office provides by far the widest range of trip options, including several packa...







The other major tour operator is in the Don Moises Hostel, just across the street from Via Via. Many of the pack...







With its temperate climate and friendly population, Copan has become a popular place to learn Spanish. The chie...







Housed in a sprawling, attractive old building, this professional and friendly Spanish school is a pleasant plac...







Guacamaya is slightly costlier than Ixbalanque, but more convenient for travelers staying at the Green Apple. Th...







If you're looking to pick up everyday items, Calle de la Plaza west of Parque Central has a number of shops that...







Most major tourist services are clustered around Parque Central. The square has three different banks with ATM's...







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