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Surrounding Attractions at Copan

Discover fascinating sites located just outside the main archaeological core.

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After exploring the central ruins, visit two nearby areas to complete your trip. The onsite museum protects delicate artifacts from the weather. A short walk away, an excavated residential area shows how the ancient Maya elite lived.

A guide using a stick to point at a large carved stela

Museum of Maya Sculpture

45 mins$7-$10 USD fee

This onsite museum houses original stone stelae to protect them from the elements. The main feature is a full-size replica of the Rosalila temple. The brightly painted replica shows exactly how the city originally looked. You must pay an extra fee of $7 to $10 USD to enter.

Tourists and a guide standing before the Hieroglyphic Stairway at Copan Ruins

Las Sepulturas

45 mins1 km away

This residential area housed the Mayan elite. It is located about 1 kilometer (0.6 miles) from the main ruins. The path offers a peaceful walk and the area is much less crowded. Admission is usually included in your main $15 to $20 USD park entry ticket.