The central market, behind the church, sells everything from carrots to clothing.
Mercado Central
Western Honduras
Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
Copán Archaeological Site Ruins
24.82 MILES
One of the most important of all Maya civilizations lived, prospered, then mysteriously crumbled around the Copán archaeological ruins, a Unesco World…
25.19 MILES
Copán is unique in the Maya world for its sculptures and some of the finest examples are on display at this impressive museum, which is fully signed in…
Parque Nacional Montaña de Celaque
23.11 MILES
Parque Nacional Celaque is one of Honduras’ most impressive national parks and boasts El Cerro de las Minas, the country’s highest peak (2849m), which is…
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26.2 MILES
This charming place is a research center that doubles as a tea and gift shop every afternoon to support the important reforestation work carried out by…
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25.76 MILES
Around 2.5km outside Copán Ruinas is an extensive private reserve aimed at saving Central American macaws. There are plenty of them here, along with…
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Túnel Rosalila & Túnel de los Jaguares
24.87 MILES
In 1999, archaeologists opened up two tunnels that allow visitors to get a glimpse of pre-existing structures below the visible surface structures. The…
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25.81 MILES
This fascinating photo exhibition was a gift from Boston's Peabody Museum; it features a collection of rare photos detailing the first archaeological…
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24.59 MILES
Situated for defense on a mountainside, the earth shifting due to subterranean water flow here has left the remains twisted into unusual formations. This…
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0.8 MILES
Parque El Cerrito has a nice lookout point – head up 105 steps to the best view around.
17.83 MILES
Built in response to the tumultuous times of the 18th century, the striking Fuerte de San Cristóbal has fantastic views of Gracias and the San Marcos…
17.87 MILES
One block north of Parque Central, this striking white stone church has an intricately carved facade and three bell towers. It's currently under…
18 MILES
This museum is located in a beautiful, ancient colonial house with high ceilings, carved timber posts and delightful paint-chipped walls with floral…
18.01 MILES
The city's botanical garden is at the southern end of town, five blocks south of the old Mercado Municipal, and takes up half a city block. Local flora…
7. Parque Nacional Montaña de Celaque
23.11 MILES
Parque Nacional Celaque is one of Honduras’ most impressive national parks and boasts El Cerro de las Minas, the country’s highest peak (2849m), which is…
24.41 MILES
The sapos (toads) are old Maya stone carvings, set along a hiking trail in the hills next to Hacienda San Lucas (they'll give you a map). The site is…