10 Sights & Landmarks in Copan Ruinas That You Shouldn't Miss

June 7, 2021 Yuk Petri

Abandoned in the 10th century, the stunning Mayan ruins at Copan deserve as much time as you can spend there, a full day or more. Travelers recommend that you hire a guide; you'll learn so much more about this World Heritage site and its history and people than you ever could on your own. After your adventure, sip a cup of strong Honduras coffee and people-watch in the main square or just enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery.
Restaurants in Copan Ruinas

1. Finca el Cisne

Calle De La Plaza, Copan Ruinas CP1103 Honduras 651-4695 [email protected] http://www.fincaelcisne.com/engtrips.htm
Excellent
93%
Good
5%
Satisfactory
1%
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1%
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5.0 based on 119 reviews

Finca el Cisne

Reviewed By mcartini - Roatan, Honduras

What an amazing day! From meeting the owner Carlos to being guided by the incredibly knowledgeable Josue and Don Arnurfo around the finca on horse (a real ride not just a trail ride). We saw amazing vistas, unique plants and interesting sustainable agriculture. To top it off back at the house we had a home made lunch (a feast is a better description) of almost completely ingredients from their finca. I will be back and hope others get to go too.

2. Hieroglyphic Stairway

Ca 11 Dentro de las ruinas de Copán, no en el pueblo, Copan Ruinas CP1103 Honduras
Excellent
70%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 329 reviews

Hieroglyphic Stairway

Reviewed By RebeccaO1044

Copan Ruinas are a must if in Honduras or even if you're in a neighboring country. The quality of the ruins, in terms of preservations, is outstanding. I highly recommend walking about and getting close and personal with these Mayan ruins.

3. Copan Ruinas

Copan Ruinas Honduras +504 9729-4848 [email protected] http://www.copanruinas.org
Excellent
76%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
4%
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0%
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4.5 based on 1,650 reviews

Copan Ruinas

Copan Ruinas valley of Kings, Sacred Valley of the Red Scarlet Macaw. Copan Ruinas is an ancient city in the Mayan Empire. Located in western Honduras at just under 10 minutes from the border with Guatemala el Florido. More than 138,000 visitors came here in 2017, the lowest in years but with a slight increase in traffic in comparison to 2015. Many agree the bad condition of the road plays an important role to this lack of traffic. Hopefully in 2018 will be better.

Reviewed By martycarstens3 - Fort Lauderdale, United States

Just went to Honduras for the first time and got to go to the Ruins with my girlfriend and her family it was amazing the tour guide we had shared lots of history with us and we absolutely enjoyed the whole time there I would definitely recommend this to anyone.

4. Amphitheatre

Copan Ruinas Honduras
Excellent
64%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 45 reviews

Amphitheatre

5. Mayan Ball Court

Copan Ruinas Honduras
Excellent
69%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 116 reviews

Mayan Ball Court

Reviewed By pennwoodpete

Winners can really have their heart taken. Story by guide was very interesting and well done. Cesar was on top of the tour and was excellent. Looong walk, plan well, take water and remember no facility inside park. Plan to walk a great deal and wear solid shoes. Sun protection is needed

6. Pyramid over Rosalila Temple

Sitio Arqueologico de Copan Plaza de los Jaguares, dentro del Sitio Arqueológico de Copán, Copan Ruinas CP1103 Honduras
Excellent
74%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 53 reviews

Pyramid over Rosalila Temple

Reviewed By DouglasWill - New York City, United States

Definitely walk around this whole place and take in the designs, architecture, and craftsmanship of this important place.

7. Sitio Arqueologico Rastrojon

Copan Ruinas Honduras
Excellent
61%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
6%
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

Sitio Arqueologico Rastrojon

8. Sepulturas

Copan Ruinas Honduras
Excellent
50%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
5%
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0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 126 reviews

Sepulturas

9. Main Square

Copan Ruinas Honduras http://Www.copanruinas.org
Excellent
39%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 142 reviews

Main Square

10. Parroquia San Jose Obrero

Av Copan, Copan Ruinas CP1103 Honduras

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