Honduras

Travel tips for Honduras: safety advisories, currency and cash vs. card, tap water, plugs, local phrases, food, and advice from travelers.

Cash and cards

Cards widely accepted. Recent 2025-2026 Reddit reports show visitors use cards or Apple Pay for up to 95% of purchases at hotels and restaurants, but carrying cash (Lempiras or USD) remains necessary for taxis and small vendors.

Try the food

  • Baleada: A thick, handmade flour tortilla folded in half and filled with mashed fried red beans, crumbled cheese, and rich crema.
  • Sopa de Caracol: A hearty conch soup simmered in a sweet and savory coconut milk broth with yuca, plantains, and cilantro.
  • Plato Típico: A generous traditional platter featuring grilled marinated beef, rice, refried beans, fried plantains, cheese, and a cabbage salad.

Say it in Spanish

  • Hello: Hola
  • Thank you: Gracias
  • Please: Por favor
  • Excuse me: Disculpe
  • How much is this?: ¿Cuánto cuesta?
  • The bill please: La cuenta, por favor
  • Yes / No: Sí / No
  • Goodbye: Adiós

Essentials

Plugs
Type A / Type B
Voltage
110V, 60Hz
Driving
Right side
Tap water
Avoid — buy bottled
Emergency
911 (all emergencies), 195 (ambulance), 198 (fire)
SIM tip
Purchase a prepaid Claro or Tigo SIM card at the airport or official stores in major cities for the most reliable nationwide coverage.

Etiquette

A 10% tip is customary in restaurants, but always check the bill first as a service charge is often already included.

Airports in Honduras