This place is stunning: the attached sculpture museum is top draw to. The ruins are just a short (inexpensive) motor taxi trip from town. Make sure you visit the museum on the town square too. Awesome. If you've not done your homework get a guide to get the most out of your trip.

I had an absolutely incredible time at the Martian ruins in Copan Ruinas! I went around 3:30pm and was one of very few people actually walking around the archaeological site. The site is a nice walk from town. There’s a sidewalk on the left hand side of the road that leads you through the trees and past a couple Mayan statues. Definitely beats walking along the side of the road. Make sure to get a ticket at the Park building on your left as you enter the park. Otherwise you’ll need to walk all the way back from the ruins to do so. There wasn’t much in terms of labeling on where to go for what. The tickets for just the ruins were $20 and it was an additional $15 for the tunnels and I believe $10 for the museum (if you’re a foreigner). Truly I was by myself at points, walking around these ancient ruins which felt other worldly. It was a really cool experience. There were also wild macaws and other animals scurrying around, so keep an eye out if you’re a bird or animal enthusiast!

The Copán Ruinas Archaeological Site is absolutely breathtaking — a place where history, culture, and nature come together in a truly special way. Walking through the ancient Maya ruins feels like stepping back in time; every stela, staircase, and plaza tells a story of a remarkably advanced civilization. The site is beautifully preserved and well-organized, making it easy to explore while still feeling immersed in its ancient atmosphere. The carvings and hieroglyphs are incredibly detailed, and with a good guide, you gain a deep appreciation for the sophistication of the Copán kingdom. Surrounded by lush greenery and peaceful surroundings, it’s a serene experience that invites both reflection and wonder. Copán is one of the most impressive Maya sites in Central America, and visiting it is a must for anyone interested in history, archaeology, or simply unforgettable travel experiences.

A fascinating place to visit! We hired a guide, Marisio, to take us through the park and tunnels-he was awesome! So much more has been uncovered since I last visited these Mayan Ruins back in the mid 1980s and it continues to be an active archeological site.

Copán: A Hidden Gem That Deserves the Spotlight As someone who’s traveled the world exploring ancient temples and ruins, I can confidently say that Copán ranks among my top favorites. It’s #6 on my list of the 15 most important ruins to see in Central and South America—and yet, less than 0.0057% of Americans have ever set foot here. That’s just 1 in every 17,600 people. If you’re lucky enough to be one of them, you’ll understand why this place is so special. Copán is a true hidden gem. The artistry of the stelae, the layout of the acropolis, and the sheer intimacy of the site make it unforgettable. Unlike many ruins that keep you at arm’s length, Copán invites you in—you can climb, explore, and touch the stones that have stood for centuries. It’s immersive in a way that few archaeological sites allow. If you’re serious about history, culture, or just want to experience something that most travelers miss, Copán is a must. I’ll be recommending it to anyone who values authenticity and adventure.

Expansive Mayan ruins. Very impressive history and remnants with lots of details and preserved artifacts other places have shipped off to museums. It makes it feel more authentic and picture Copán at its zenith.

An amazing place, which gives a great perspective on the Mayan culture and the way they lived. Going down to tunnels even increases the wonder of the layers below.

San Rafael remains the G.O.A.T. of hot sauce in Copán Ruinas, Honduras, and the reigning champion is still Ms. Habanero Azz Blaster herself. This time we stayed for a full meal. Since the restaurant is connected to a dairy farm, the obvious choice was the grilled cheese and tomato soup — nothing short of DIVINE. Our waiter happily brought an array of hot sauces, and we paired them with their impressive selection of German beers and imported whiskeys. Just as memorable as the food was the outstanding staff, whose warmth and attentiveness made the entire dining experience perfect. And then, of course, the hot sauces. The lineup has something for everyone — from the mild Jalapeño Cilantro Pesto to the lively Mango Habanero, all the way to the queen of fire herself, the Carolina Reaper (pro tip: she pairs beautifully with avocado). Whether you’re a foodie, a flavor-seeker, or a full-on hot sauce fanatic, this spot is an absolute must in Copán Ruinas.

This place is the best! Had the most delicious sandwich (with side salad or patatos) and coffee was also very high quality. Yum! Prices are taxes included. You can decide for yourself how much tip you will give.

This place is absolutely a gem. The coffee, food, service, atmosphere, and service were impeccable. San Rafael is now my favorite cafe of all time.. I only wish I could take it home with me. If you are in Copan Ruinas, you must make sure you check this cafe out. I’d give it 10 stars if I could.

Our party has 6 people. Ordered Chemex coffee which is good, especially when it's cold. Nicely toasted sandwiches are big enough portion. People in our party love the fries and ordered extra plate. However, the roasted beef sandwich has shredded beef with not much flavor, and the Philly Steak did not taste mushrooms and hardly found any mushrooms in the sandwich. The restaurant also sells their brand of coffee and other local products. We bought their coffee beans, honey and jams.

Overall the ambiance is great. The servers are pleasant and accommodating. The food quality is quite good. My issue is that they have “malteadas” (milkshakes) on the menu which say are made with ice cream and cream (milk is fine). The server said they are made with milk and ice…seriously! He ordered the Philly cheese steak with fries and it was good. It was served on Texas toast and quite delicious. I ordered the cobb salad and it was disappointing. I chose this restaurant because I really wanted a great SALAD! What I received was a cut up cucumber, a sliced tomato, a nicely cut avocado, with some pieces of sautéed chicken, and a cut up roll. It was far from the SALAD I wanted that should have had lettuce. I expected more for the general quality of the overall experience.

Very fancy cafe for the area, the food was really good and the staff was so kind!

What a lovely spot. Lots of options, helpful staff. Very relaxing atmosphere and a few goodies/souvenirs also to buy. Thank you. Paid about 100L for a short cocktail and 250L for mini bottle of good quality prosecco.

Cute and small. Great for people watching

People are kind. There are many coffee shops and restaurants nearby. There is mass on Thursdays at 7:00pm and Sundays at 8:00am, 10:00am and 7:00pm. Red taxis are right across the church and two museums are in front of the park.

A fascinating place, open day and night, a place meant for walking through, sitting, people-watcihng, meeting friends, catching a red moto-taxi, just enjoying. It's a municipal marvel that feels very safe and welcoming. It's central to everything -- hence it's name, Parque Central of Copas Ruinas.

Kind people. Lots of food vendors. Great place to try Hondurus cuisine.

Can you tell me any other Latin American square where you can see Macaws? 🤩 They have a little home in the trees right in the square and someone nearby to make sure that no one is throwing stones at them. Apparently there are baby macaws inside too. Aside from that this small and cute square is where the locals convene. It's not a very big square but a nice glimpse into the pace of living here. It's also easy to grab a tuk tuk to get to the ruins or attractions nearby (costed $2 to go to Macaw Mountain Park) A charming square for sure!

Spending the evening and twilight hours here was so lovely. There's a fair amount of food stalls that set up shop at the edge of the park which are delicious and very affordable.

Absolutely gorgeous park in the middle of Copan Ruinas to sit, relax, read up on its history and enjoy the tropical gardens and weather!

Edit: we got food poisoning don’t eat here. If you are a tourist I think this place is fine, but for people who want authentic this was absolutely horrible, search elsewhere because this is not it. Services was non existent in a not busy restaurant. Atmosphere was cute though.

This is not a fajita. Grill vegetables not boul broccoli. Vegetarians and vegan RUN don’t walk from this place!

This place mischarged us on our bill 3 different ways. First, they charges us 106 for daiquiri when their menu clearly stared they were 96. Then, they charged us for a beer that we didn't drink. Finally, when they added up the bill, they did it wrong, and added an extra 20 lempira. When we complained, they did remedy the problem and take $10 off our bill. The food was decent, not amazing but not terrible, and the chips were some of the only good(not stale or hard) tortilla chips we had in both Guatamala or Honduras. The atmosphere is really cool, lights everywhere and a cool stick of balancing drinks on their head. But the mischarging of the bill really soured our experience. Finally, the service was pretty bad and we had to flag people down constantly to order food and get the check.

Woooow! It’s such an amazing place. The food is delicious and well done. The atmosphere is great, with amazing decoration and music. The staff is so cool, not only they were super nice they carry stuff on their head, and this gives the place a special touch. They have different kinds of beers and as a compliment they brought a small portions of kind of nachos while waiting for food and at the end they brought choco bananas as desert. (Sorry for the pictures, I couldn’t hold myself!)

Really enjoyed this very unique restaurant. Cool atmosphere and very good food with options for different diets. Though it definitely caters to tourists, it was recommended to me by a local and it didn't disappoint.

Nice warm place with averague but overpriced food. Service is good but not great. Been here several times but this last time I felt the priced very steep. Dont forget to ask for desert! Enjoy

The grilled shrimp and beef were incredible. Great Cuba Libre happy hour, good food, good service, super cool atmosphere.

I visited the store for my dinner as my hostel’s recommendation. Beef sencilla was great, fulfilling and cheap(L.70), so I decided to ordered something else to take out for lunch on the next day on shuttle. However, their ham “sandwich” shocked me. Two thin tiny toasts was called sandwich and cost L.40. I felt like scammed.🙄

There is no signage with this name but the location is absolutely correct. Easy dated atmosphere, good food, great prices, friendly staff.

This place has amazing food. It is run by very friendly people who will make special orders with great care. This is the place to eat in Copan Ruinas

Quaint little family owned pupuseria. Lunch hours is packed with local workers but fast service. We had the cheese and loroco (Loroco is an edible, and most scrumptious flower) pupusas, and grilled pork chop and beef fajita. Price of items were very competitive and the food delicious !

Cheap and delicious Honduran food! The atmosphere is cute and lively. The food took a bit to come but when it did, it was delicious! Definitely would recommend if passing through Copan!

Honduran food at its finest. Try the lorocos and mixtas pupusas. Super tasty and cheap.

It was very delicious and cheap

There’s really no words on how beautiful this place. This place me us feel at home plus the food and drinks was made from scratch a the second bar. The views is breath taken all I could really say if you in the area this is the best cozy hotel there. Rooms are very clean and the food is delicious. Also be aware which we didn’t have a problem bringing a none awd drive care the roads are all rock and it’s up in the hills. We still didn’t have an issues but don’t be surprise when you get to the section where is all dirt road up to the hotel. But the hotel is well worth to go to. We had a great experience.

Stayed here while visiting Copan arqueológico site. We enjoyed our stay. Our room was somewhat rustic and basic, but serviceable. Probably our only complaint was that the bathroom was maybe a little too basic. However, in the context of it’s location within a nature reserve It’s somewhat understandable. And the location is the highlight. Beautiful spot in the midst of trees, and a host of beautiful flowers and other plants. The absolute highlight was seeing the groups of wild macaws perched in the branches above and flying overhead. What an incredible site! There was a decent little restaurant on site, and a very nice little outdoor bar, perched on an overlook over the valley and River below. A lovely place for a cool drink after a hot morning, exploring Copán. The site is a bit off the beating path, a couple of miles outside of the city. So it is a bit out of the way, however, a quick tuck tuck ride, will get you too, and from the center of town.

Hacienda San Lucas is a beautiful and peaceful retreat that offers not just stunning views of the Copán Valley, but also truly enjoyable food. The setting is magical — perched above the town, surrounded by nature, with a warm, rustic atmosphere that makes the entire experience feel special. The food was pretty nice, thoughtfully prepared, and full of authentic flavors. It’s clear that care goes into each dish, blending traditional ingredients with a refined touch. Dining here feels unhurried and intimate, with the sounds of nature all around. The staff are friendly and attentive, and the overall vibe is relaxed yet elegant. Whether you come for a meal, a sunset drink, or a full stay, Hacienda San Lucas delivers a memorable, serene experience — a perfect complement to exploring the nearby Copán Ruins.

Breathtaking Views & Exceptional Service We only came here for dinner, but I left wishing we had stayed at this hotel. The view was absolutely breathtaking, and the food was some of the best I’ve had in this country—truly unforgettable. Karla was wonderful; she helped us not only with our dinner reservation but also with arranging horseback riding and a zip line adventure. Every experience she organized was amazing and added so much to our trip. Even though we didn’t stay overnight, this place left such a great impression that I’d love to return and spend more time here. Highly recommend for both the food and the incredible experiences.

Its a good place to chill and watch the sunset , the food is great however the portions vs the price could be more generous the menu also can be able to provide more variety.

It has been decades since we have stayed here, but it was, and will remain memorable for a lifetime. We arrived shortly after dusk and greeted by candlelight as there was no electricity. If Flavia is still there, greetings from Atami, Japan where we're living in splendid retirement.

Very interesting place, beautiful views. Restaurant is really good with relaxing atmosphere and traditional, rustic setting. I did not stay overnight. Definitely recommended to visit.