San Ignacio is not necessarily known for its nightlife, but that doesn’t mean you won’t find a place for a drink after a long day exploring the countryside. It’s a small town, so finding the party is not difficult. Just follow the masses as they trek between bars.

Start your evening with the popular happy hour at Mr. Greedy’s (34 Burns Ave.) or one of the copy-cat happy hours at other restaurants on Burns Avenue. For a more upscale bar scene and occasional live music, check the Stork Club Bar at San Ignacio Resort Hotel.

Meluchi’s (across from the cemetery, next to the Big H Juice factory) is another good bet for happy hour and nightly events like movie night (and they serve tasty local dishes).

Mi Cocina (across from the Victor Galvez Stadium, on the left side of the climb up to Cahal Pech) is a clean bar with reasonably priced drinks.

One mile east of town, Happy’s is another popular bar and gathering spot, with reasonably priced cold drinks and a pool table.

For dancing, you can try the loud DJ mix at Club Next, in the casino, or downtown at Blue Angel’s (on Post Office Rd.), which can be a bit dicey late at night. On weekends, ask if there is a party up at Cahal Pech Village.