The most colorful town on the Ruta de las Flores. Every facade is a mural, the Café Albania Labyrinth is the largest in El Salvador (with a zip line, giant swing, and rainbow slide), and the specialty coffee is among the best in the country. "Ataco has murals on every wall, a labyrinth with a zip line, and coffee that would impress any barista. It's 15 minutes from Juayúa but feels like a completely different world."
What is the Café Albania Labyrinth?
The largest hedge labyrinth in El Salvador, with a zip line, giant swing, rainbow slide, and mirador. Entry from $5. Also serves specialty coffee from their own farm.
How do I get to Ataco?
Bus 249 from Sonsonate → Juayúa, continue to Ataco. By car it's ~100 km from San Salvador, about 1h 45min via Sonsonate.
What's the best day to visit Ataco?
Weekends for the artisan market and more activity. Weekdays for a quieter visit with the murals mostly to yourself.