Best 7 Places to visit in Central America

Tikal, Guatemala

an ancient Mayan city with well preserved temples, plazas, and ball courts.

Antigua, Guatemala

a colonial city with cobblestone streets, colorful houses, and a UNESCO World Heritage Center old town.

Lake Atitlán, Guatemala

a volcanic lake surrounded by mountains, villages, and Mayan ruins.

Monteverde Cloud Forest, Costa Rica

a lush rainforest with a variety of plants and animals, including the resplendent quetzal.

Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica

an active volcano with a national park offering hiking, biking, and hot springs

Bocas del Toro, Panama

an archipelago of islands with beautiful beaches, coral reefs, and opportunities for snorkeling and diving.

Copán, Honduras

A UNESCO World Heritage Site with impressive Mayan ruins, including the Hieroglyphic Stairway, the Great Ball Court, and the Temple of the Jaguars.

Roatán, Honduras

A beautiful island with white-sand beaches, such as West Bay Beach and Mahogany Bay Beach, lush rainforests, and stunning coral reefs.

Corn Islands, Nicaragua

Two small islands off the coast of Nicaragua, namely Great Corn Island and Little Corn Island, with beautiful beaches, crystal-clear waters, and a laid-back atmosphere.

Ometepe, Nicaragua

An island in Lake Nicaragua with two volcanoes, Concepción and Maderas, petroglyphs, and capuchin monkeys.

Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica

A popular park with beautiful beaches, such as Manuel Antonio Beach and Espadilla Sur Beach, lush rainforests, and a variety of wildlife, including monkeys, sloths, and iguanas.

Coiba National Park, Panama

An archipelago of islands off the coast of Panama with pristine beaches, untouched rainforests, and a variety of marine life, including whales, dolphins, and sharks.

El Salvador

A country with a rich history and culture, beautiful beaches, such as El Cuco and Playa El Tunco, and stunning volcanoes, such as Izalco and Cerro Verde.

Guatemala

A country with a rich Mayan heritage, beautiful colonial cities, such as Antigua Guatemala and Quetzaltenango, and stunning natural attractions, such as Lake Atitlán and Tikal National Park.

Belize

A country with a laid-back Caribbean vibe, beautiful beaches, such as Ambergris Caye and Belize Barrier Reef, and the world's second-largest barrier reef.

Nicaragua

A country with a variety of landscapes, from volcanic mountains, such as Cerro Negro and Masaya Volcano, to pristine beaches, such as San Juan del Sur and Playa Gigante, and a rich culture.

Costa Rica

A country known for its eco-tourism, with lush rainforests, such as Corcovado National Park and Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, active volcanoes, such as Arenal Volcano and Poás Volcano, and beautiful beaches, such as Playa Santa Teresa and Playa Samara.

Panama

A country with a rich history, a vibrant culture, and a variety of attractions, including the Panama Canal, the San Blas Islands, and Casco Viejo.

San Blas Islands, Panama

a group of islands with indigenous villages, traditional culture, and pristine beaches.