Tourism and Travel
ACTIVITIES: Adventure :: Archeology :: Birdwatching :: Diving :: Cultural :: Nature :: Sun and Beach
Roatan the best place to enjoy divingRoatán is an island embraced by crystal clear waters with calm beaches that invite you to rest and relax in this hidden treasure of Honduras.
Enjoy an archaeological journey in Copan RuinasExperience the ancient mystery that surrounds the ruins of the Ancient Maya, an ancient people that developed a culture that continues to amaze archaeologists today.
Tourism in TelaCitizens of most countries in the world can enter Honduras with a tourist visa, which is valid for 90 days.
Charming Towns in Honduras
Amapala • Comayagua • Copán Ruinas • Ojojona • Trujillo • Valle de Ángeles
Meet the Ethnic Groups of Honduras
5 autochthonous groups and 2 ancestral
Honduras being a multi-ethnic country and counts among its living culture the Pech, Tawahkas, Lencas, Tolupanes, Chortís, Garífunas and Miskitos.
These groups are part of history, which despite economic and geopolitical changes have maintained their way of life and vision of the world.
Civic Calendar of Honduras 2026
Events, festivities and anniversaries throughout the year 2026. Days that remember events, historical dates and important achievements for the country.
Municipalities in Honduras
Learn the administrative codes of the 298 municipalities of Honduras.
Folkloric and Popular Songbook of Honduras
Honduras has two cultural areas: a peasant area of indigenous/mestizo and Afro-Caribbean origin; each one representative in its folklore.
National Heroes and National Symbols of Honduras
Honduras keeps in the memory of its history the feats of great men, who were an example of dedication, courage and love for the homeland.
Honduras honors 6 historical figures as Heroes of the Nation and 8 national symbols, 3 of them considered major and 5 minor.
History of the National Flag of HondurasIt was created by Legislative Decree No. 7, in the city of Comayagua on March 6, 1866.
Color of the National Flag of HondurasGovernors and Presidents of Honduras
List of Governors, Heads of State and Presidents who have been in office in Honduras from the year 1824 to 2026.
Upcoming Events in Honduras in 2026
MAY
May 10th - Mother's Day in Honduras- May 1 – International Labor Day
- May 3 – Day of the Cross
- May 3 – World Press Freedom Day
- May 5 – International Midwife Day
- May 9 – World Migratory Bird Day
- May 12 – Nurse’s Day
- May 15 – Agronomist’s Day
- May 15 – International Family Day
- May 17 – World Telecommunications and Information Society Day
- May 17 – International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
- May 18 – International Museum Day
- May 21 – World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development
- May 22 – International Day for Biological Diversity
- May 25 – Honduran Journalist Day
- May 25 – Africa Day
- From May 25 to May 31 – Week of Solidarity with the Peoples of Non-Self-Governing Territories
- May 29 – International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers
- May 30 – Pine Day – National Tree of Honduras
- May 31 – World No Tobacco Day
- Isidra Fair in La CeibaLa Ceiba is known throughout Central America for its Isidra Fair, which takes place in May and culminates with the Great International Carnival of Friendship on the third Saturday of the month.
- A three-day celebration of music, art, and local cuisine in Copán Ruinas, celebrating the annual release of macaws that have been raised in nests throughout the town with the sponsorship of various companies.
- Choro Festival in IntibucáCelebrate Lenca cuisine with the edible mushroom “choro” (Amanita Caesarea) and artisanal wines from Intibucá.
- Every year, the Baleada Fair is celebrated in Honduras. The baleada is a traditional Honduran dish consisting of a wheat flour tortilla filled with mashed beans and butter.
- National Identity MonthA month dedicated to honoring the country's history, culture, traditions, and national symbols, also commemorating key figures such as Chief Lempira.
- A festival that brings together Honduran art, music, theater, cuisine, and traditions, promoting culture and tourism.
- International Corn Festival (FESTIMA) in DanliCorn Festival in the city of Danlí, El Paraíso, Honduras. An event based on corn cuisine (atol, tamales, montucas, etc.).
- Lago FestThe Lake Fest takes place at Lake Yojoa, Honduras, and is an annual tourism and nature event held in early August.
- August Fair in Puerto CortesA festival that brings together Honduran art, music, theater, cuisine, and traditions, promoting culture and tourism.
- Independence Day CelebrationsIndependence Day celebrations across the country
- Morazánico HolidayPossibly October 1–5 (pending confirmation)
- Giant Chimneys in Santa BarbaraRoyal Walk of the Giant Chimneys in Santa Barbara on the eighth.