Essentials
- City
- Tegucigalpa, Francisco Morazán, Honduras
- Population
- Approximately 1.3 million
- Internet Speed
- Average 40-60 Mbps; fiber available in upscale areas like Lomas del Guijarro
- Currency & Banking
- Honduran Lempira (HNL), 1 USD ≈ 24.70 HNL
- Tap Water
- Not drinkable; bottled water like Aguazul (approx. $1.50 per 5L) is essential
- Power
- 120V, 60Hz, 🔌 Type A/B sockets (same as USA)
- SIM Card
- Tigo or Claro; 10GB data packages cost approx. 500 HNL ($20 USD)
- Banking for Expats
- Banco Atlántida, BAC Credomatic; ATMs widely available in malls
- Accommodation
- Monthly rentals via Airbnb or Encuentra24; $600 - $1,200 for modern apartments
- Cashless Friendly
- Mostly; cards accepted in malls and hotels, cash needed for smaller shops and taxis
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb and local apart-hotels like Hyatt Place Tegucigalpa (approx. $140/night)
- Budget Accommodation
- Palmira Hostel (approx. $15/night for a bunk)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Colonia Palmira (near embassies, safe, walkable dining)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Lomas del Guijarro or Colonia San Ignacio (secure residential, best infrastructure)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Connect Cowork within Multiplaza Mall (approx. $20/day, high-speed fiber)
- Best Cafe for Work
- Café de Tres Caminos or Galeano Cafe in Distrito Hotelero (good Wi-Fi, premium beans)
- Networking Events
- Honduras Digital Challenge events; tech meetups at UNITEC university
- Social Events for Expats
- InterNations Tegucigalpa Chapter meetings; events at the American Women's Society
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Uber (safest option) or InDrive (popular but requires price negotiation)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Not recommended due to steep terrain and traffic; no formal public sharing
- Best Beach Nearby
- San Lorenzo (Pacific Coast), approx. 1.5 to 2 hours drive south
- Top Regional Airline
- CM Airlines (operates from Toncontín TGU)
- Top International Airline
- Avianca, United, and American Airlines (operating from Palmerola XPL)
- Highway Access
- CA-5 (The main north-south highway connecting to San Pedro Sula)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- No trains; terminal for Hedman Alas luxury buses is the primary hub for regional travel
- Public Transport Passes
- No integrated pass; Rapiditos (minibuses) cost approx. 15 HNL per ride
- Regional Travel
- Viana Transportes or Hedman Alas for safe travel to Copán Ruinas or San Pedro Sula
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Hospital y Clínicas Viera or Hospital Escuela (Viera is private and preferred for expats)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Yoga Garden in Colonia Palmira (approx. $12 per class)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Cynergi at Multiplaza or Be Fit (approx. $50-$70 monthly membership)
- Laundry Services
- Lavandería Super Clean in Centro Morazán (approx. $5 per load)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- PedidosYa or Hugo App
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Baleada Sencilla (tortilla with beans, cream, and cheese) at Baleadas Kennedy
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Govinda’s (Hare Krishna restaurant) in Colonia Palmira
- Best Dessert Spots
- Pastelería El Hogar (famous for Milhojas and traditional cakes)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Feria del Agricultor y el Artesano (weekend market across from National Stadium)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Unicomer or local Facebook Marketplace; Amazon shipments via freight forwarders like G-Box
- Grocery Delivery
- Supermercados La Colonia (online ordering available)
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Paseo Juan Pablo II or bars in Colonia Palmira like Sabor Local
- Local Brewery
- Cervecería La 20 (Craft beer taproom in Tegucigalpa)
- Wine Bars
- The Wine Garden in Distrito Hotelero
- Street Food Stalls
- Villa San Miguel (upscale food court with traditional options in the city center)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Factory Steak & Lobster (High-end) or NiFu NiFu (Argentine Grill)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Cristo del Picacho (giant statue overlooking the city)
- Museums & Art Venues
- MIN - Museo para la Identidad Nacional (set in a beautiful restored building)
- Historical Sites
- Old Town (Casco Histórico) featuring the National Congress and Cathedral
- Religious Sites
- Basílica de Suyapa (shrine of the patron saint of Honduras)
- Annual Events
- Feria de la Virgen de Suyapa (February)
- Cultural Districts
- Valle de Ángeles (30 mins away, historic artisan village)
- Theater Venues
- Teatro Nacional Manuel Bonilla
- Local Markets
- Mercado San Isidro (very busy, keep an eye on belongings)
- Music Scene
- Live jazz and rock at La Taberna in Colonia Palmira
- Street Art
- Murals in the Cantarranas area (approx. 45 mins from the city)
- Cooking Classes
- Occasional workshops at Gastronomía de Honduras (Unitec)
- Art Galleries
- Mujeres en las Artes (MUA)
- Historic Buildings
- Palacio Legislativo (National Congress)
- Local Heritage
- Lenca pottery and white-clay crafts found in local markets
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- La Tigra National Park (Cloud forest with hiking trails, 40 mins away)
- National Parks Nearby
- Parque Nacional La Tigra (Entry fee approx $10 for foreigners)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Villa Olímpica (Safe area for running and cycling tracks)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- El Picacho Park (Entry approx. $2, best sunset views of the valley)
- Birdwatching Locations
- La Tigra National Park trails (Resplendent Quetzal sightings)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Camping areas in Valle de Ángeles (special permits usually needed)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- DHL Express or Transexpress for international shipping
- Tech Repair Services
- Soporte Técnico HN in Mall Multiplaza
- Table Tennis Spots
- Villa Olímpica sports complex
- Language Classes
- Spanish school at the Alliance Française or private tutors via Facebook groups
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Biblioteca Nacional Juan Ramón Molina
- Community Centers
- Centro Cultural de España en Tegucigalpa (CCET)
- Gaming Lounges
- Video game zones inside Metropolis building retail area
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Casino Excelsior in Colonia Palmira
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $2,100 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $84,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $1,400 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $56,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $1,900 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $114,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $1,200 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $72,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $1,750 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $140,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $1,100 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $88,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 25% standard corporate income tax rate
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 10% rate on dividends
- Tax System
- Territorial tax system (Generally taxes income earned within Honduras)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 25% for individuals earning above 642,000 HNL annually
- VAT
- 15% standard (18% on alcohol and tobacco)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Limited; Honduras focuses primarily on territorial income
- Property Tax
- Yes, local municipal tax (Bienes Inmuebles) based on property value
- Property Transaction Tax
- Registrar fees and legal fees approx. 1.5% - 2% of transaction
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Territorial taxation means foreign-sourced remote work income is generally not taxed