Overview
Santa Rosa de Copán is the largest city in western Honduras and the departmental capital of Copán. It is best known as the home of the Flor de Copán cigar factory, producing some of the world's finest hand-rolled cigars.
Budget Travel · Day Trips
Before you go
Connectivity
Tourist Information Office in the central park offers internet access. Contact them at +504-662-2234 or turismosrc@yahoo.com.
Food
Baleadas (beans and cream stuffed tortillas) are the local staple, costing around L20-40. Fresh pineapple from park vendors costs only L5.
Money
Local currency is the Honduran lempira (L). Taxis cost about L19 (US$0.75) within the city center. Pineapple costs L5. Maps at the tourist office cost L15.
Safety
Santa Rosa de Copán is generally considered safe for travelers. Use normal urban precautions and avoid walking alone late at night in less-frequented areas.
Transport
Walking is the easiest way to get around this compact city. Taxis are cheap at L19 per person. The Urbanos school bus runs through the city center to the bus terminal.
