8 Budget-friendly Things to do in Masaya That You Shouldn't Miss

April 22, 2022 Harland Bartelt

Masaya (Spanish pronunciation: [maˈsaʝa]) is the capital city of Masaya department in Nicaragua. It is situated approximately 14 km west of Granada and 31 km southeast from Managua.
Restaurants in Masaya

1. Masaya Volcano National Park

Masaya Nicaragua +505 2528 1444 http://www.welcometonicaragua.net/nicaragua-one-day-tours/masaya-volcano-at-night-tour/
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4.5 based on 1,329 reviews

Masaya Volcano National Park

Reviewed By BlueDevilOKC - Oklahoma City, United States

The night tour at Masaya is 100% worth your time, money, and effort. There aren’t that many accessible places on earth where you can stare down into a pool of molten lava. See the lava shift; hear the earth churn. We were mesmerized. Note: when you are waiting in the car line for your turn to go to the top, it is worth it to get out of your vehicle to explore the visitor center.

2. Laguna de Apoyo

Carretera Masaya Km 38, La Laguna de Apoyo, Masaya Nicaragua +505 5847 0711 http://www.gaianicaragua.org/lagunadeapoyo
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4.5 based on 982 reviews

Laguna de Apoyo

Reviewed By 853dagmarb - Jacksonville, United States

A beautiful spot which reminded me of Crater Lake. Nearby many vendors of inexpensive handicrafts for sale.

3. Museo del Parque Volcan De Masaya

Ubicado en El Parque Nacional Volcan Masaya, Masaya Nicaragua +505 2528 1444 http://www.welcometonicaragua.net/nicaragua-one-day-tours/masaya-volcano-nicaragua-tour/
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4.5 based on 111 reviews

Museo del Parque Volcan De Masaya

Reviewed By 301ericw - Knoxville, United States

Wonderful museum or visitor center included in your park entry fee. Well worth checking out and spending 30-60 minutes. They’ve just added a restaurant as well. Lots of cool charts, maps, animals, and stuff worn and used in the recent crossing of the volcano on the tight rope

4. Samaritan Tours

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4.5 based on 50 reviews

Samaritan Tours

We are Samaritan Tours. We provide tours to show visitors the unique historical, ecological and cultural heritage of Nicaragua. As experience tour guides and natives of Nicaragua, we are qualified to care for our guests' safety, comfort and translate and negotiate on their behalf. We are certified by Intur, the Nicaraguan Tourism Board. Most of our tours start in Masaya and usually go to the active Masaya Volcano, the old colonial city of Grenada and the nearby ecological wonder of Isletas de Granada, and a tour of the Mombacho jungle canopy.

5. Masaya Volcano

Masaya 42200 Nicaragua
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4.5 based on 59 reviews

Masaya Volcano

Reviewed By 853dagmarb - Jacksonville, United States

Masaya Volcano National Park in Nicaraugua offers visitors a look at an active volcano. A daytime visit allows a 15 min look at the crater filled with smoke. Molten ava could not be seen on this daytime visit.You could feel heat from the smoke at the observation points. The volcano is surrounded by fields full of hardened lava from prior eruptions.

6. El Coyotepe Fortress

km. 28 Carretera Masaya, Masaya Nicaragua http://vianica.com/attraction/14/el-coyotepe-fortress
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4.0 based on 83 reviews

El Coyotepe Fortress

7. Masaya Crafts Market

Antiguo Mercado de Masaya, Masaya Nicaragua
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4.0 based on 330 reviews

Masaya Crafts Market

Nicaragua Market is a small company that offers authentic Nicaraguan goods. We work closely to local artisans and the price you see is a reflection of our fair value after partnering with our artists. When you purchase Nicaragua Market products you are helping to ensure that the trade of local Nicaraguan artistry remains a viable small business.

Reviewed By trmoreno - Managua, Nicaragua

This is a breezy open air market in Masaya. This is a great place for gifts and souvenirs for your friends and family. This market is safe, open air, and caters mainly to tourists. There is something for everyone here in this market. The prices are fairly cheap, depending on who you go to. Some of the things you can buy are typical clothing, flags, hammocks, keychains, bracelets, hats, and so forth. We went as a family with a 7-year-old and he had fun picking up little souvenirs and knicknacks here in this market. Highly recommended for those looking for souvenirs and gifts to take home.

8. Volcano Divers Nicaragua

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5.0 based on 42 reviews

Volcano Divers Nicaragua

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