Tickets & tours
Entry to the main park costs $15 to $20 USD. You can book comprehensive tours that handle transportation, border crossings, and local guides.
Best valueTravel to the heart of the ancient Mayan civilization and discover why Copán is one of the most important archaeological sites in the Americas, declared World Heritage...
Embark on a fascinating journey to the ancient Mayan world with our Copán Archaeological Site Day Trip from San Salvador. This tour takes you to the renowned Copán...
Most bookedOne of the most remarkable Maya archaeological sites in Central America, Copán Ruins is located in western Honduras, overlooking a tributary of the Motagua River....
Top ratedStep back 1,600 years on this expertly guided day trip from San Pedro Sula, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Copán Ruins — The centrepiece of the day. Wander the Great...
Small groupDiscover one of the most extraordinary treasures of the ancient Maya world. This unforgettable journey takes you to the magnificent archaeological site of Copán Ruinas,...
Take an overnight trip to Copan from Antigua and discover the beauty of these ancient ruins. After a scenic drive in a comfortable vehicle, spend your first day at Copan...
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| Option | Duration | Viator from | GetYourGuide from | Rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| guided site tour | 3 h to 4 h | $90 | Compare | 5.0 (2) | independent travelers already nearby |
| day trip from san salvador | 14 h to 16 h | $149 | Compare | 4.7 (29) | budget travelers in el salvador |
| classic san salvador day trip | 12 h to 15 h | $185 | Compare | 4.8 (113) | a full day of mayan history |
| day trip from san pedro sula | 8 h to 12 h | $248 | Compare | 4.9 (50) | travelers based in honduras |
| overnight from guatemala | 12 h | $300 | Compare | 4.7 (3) | cross-border mayan explorers |
| overnight from antigua | 48 h | $396 | Compare | 5.0 (1) | a leisurely multi-day experience |
Foreigners pay roughly $15 to $20 USD for main site entry. This often includes access to Las Sepulturas. The Museum of Maya Sculpture costs an extra $7 to $10 USD. Access to the archaeological tunnels requires a separate $15 USD ticket.
The tunnels cost $15 USD and offer a look at the buried Rosalila temple. Visitors prone to claustrophobia often skip them. You can see a spectacular full-size, painted replica of the Rosalila temple in the onsite museum instead.
Yes, many travelers take tourist shuttles from Antigua just to see the ruins. The trip takes 5 to 7 hours and costs $40 to $55 USD. Ensure you have the proper passports and check current border entry requirements.
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113 reviews of the classic san salvador day trip on Viator
Our guide was a local who had so much interesting information on the Mayan Ruins. Great place to visit, make sure you see the tunnels and as much as possible. I recommend the tour and the guide. Reasonable price for so much history.
This was such a fun day tour! We got picked up from our hotel and all the boarder crossings went very smoothly. We arrived early enough to comfortably see the ruins and take a lot of pictures. Then we headed into the small village and had lunch and time for some souvenirs. If you get a chance to do this I would highly do it!
Alfredo Diaz was a great tour guide. He made my El Salvador vacation fun, enjoyable, and educational. It was truly a wonderful experience. What an awesome guy—he is a truly valuable asset to the company!
