{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/honduras/copan","updatedAt":"2026-07-29T18:20:19.425Z","place":{"city":"Copán","country":"Honduras","countryCode":"HN","lat":14.83936,"lon":-89.15583},"safety":{"score":59,"level":"MODERATE","answer":"Mostly — take normal precautions","saferThanPctOfCountries":55,"confidence":0.89,"caps":[],"databaseScore":56,"travellerSentiment":{"score":71,"label":"Mostly positive with caution","summary":"While specific traveler sentiment for Copán is not detailed, general reports suggest that visitors feel safe enough to explore the ruins and town, but acknowledge the need for caution due to the broader safety context of Honduras.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":78,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":62,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket 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Travelers should be aware of their surroundings and take precautions against petty crime, especially in less populated or poorly lit areas.","robberyRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"While specific robbery data for Copán is limited, Honduras has a high homicide rate, indicating a general risk of violent crime that could affect visitors."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Crowded tourist areas and markets are potential hotspots for pickpocketing and bag-snatching."},"safeAreas":["Copán Ruinas Town Center","Archaeological Park Area"],"avoidAreas":[],"scams":["Overcharging for local transport or souvenirs","Distraction theft by individuals posing as guides or helpful locals"],"zones":[{"name":"Copán Ruinas Town Center","level":"safe","note":"Generally safe for tourists, well-trafficked by visitors."},{"name":"Archaeological Park Area","level":"safe","note":"High tourist presence and security measures make this area safe."},{"name":"Rural areas surrounding Copán","level":"caution","note":"Increased risk of petty crime and requires more vigilance, especially after dark."},{"name":"Roads leading to/from Copán","level":"caution","note":"Moderate risk of mugging and robbery, particularly on less-traveled routes."}]}}