City: Nicaragua
Top Things to do in Nicaragua
Top Hotels in Nicaragua
- 1. Casa San Francisco
- 2. Morgan's Rock Hacienda and Ecolodge
- 3. Hotel Plaza Colon
- 4. Best Western Las Mercedes Airport
- 5. Aqua Oceanfront Resort and Residences at Redonda Bay
- 6. InterContinental Managua at Metrocentro Mall
- 7. Hilton Princess Managua
- 8. Hacienda Puerta Del Cielo Eco Spa
- 9. Hotel Patio del Malinche
- 10. Globales Camino Real
Countries
What to do and see in Nicaragua, Nicaragua: The Best Things to do
Nicaragua (/ˌnɪkəˈrɑːɡwə, -ˈræɡ-, -ɡjuə/ ( listen); Spanish: [nikaˈɾaɣwa]), officially the Republic of Nicaragua (Spanish: República de Nicaragua (help·info)), is the largest country in the Central American isthmus, bordered by Honduras to the north, the Caribbean to the east, Costa Rica to the south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west. Managua is the country's capital and largest city and is also the third-largest city in Central America, behind Tegucigalpa and Guatemala City. The multi-ethnic population of six million includes people of indigenous, European, African, and Asian heritage. The main language is Spanish. Native tribes on the Mosquito Coast speak their own languages and English.
Restaurants in Nicaragua
1. Volcan Concepcion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 279 reviews
Reviewed By cbaldwin023 - New York City, United States
Great hike about 12 miles in total (19km). Started @7am and finished around 3pm with my guide Danilo Flores. I greatly enjoyed doing the hike with him as he offered much guidance and ensured we went the safest routes and made it to the crater of the volcano unlike other guides who would cheat their clients out of making it to the crater. On the hike you start out going through farmland and then progress into basically the jungle where you encounter howler and capuchin monkeys. Next up is a very loose rocky terrain that requires good footwear. To reach the summit of Concepción with a peak elevation of 5280ft (1600m) requires some great focus and maneuvering that Danilo assist with. When we reached the crater we were hit with very strong winds and low visibility but was well worth it. Going down was tricky, due to the loose rocks, but was was fun sliding down and planning each step looking for the most stable rock to land on. We stoped for lunch on the way down and had a great view of the Ometepe and the Lake. This hike was well worth it and I’d love to do it again. Danilo’s contact info is +50583647211 through WhatsApp and he is completely fluent in English and also offers scooter rentals for a great price to travel around the island on your own
2. Volcan Maderas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 331 reviews
The last eruption from this dormant volcano was 10,000 years ago.
Reviewed By lifeinthetopbunk - Philadelphia, United States
Volcan Maderas is covered in forest, which makes it a great place to hike if you burn easily! The top 300-400 meters are cloud forest; we couldn't see anything on the way up because it was too cloudy, but luckily on the way down, the clouds broke, and we got magnificent views of Concepción, the isthmus, and the lake. Like most hikes in tropical regions, this is tough. It involves getting very muddy and climbing, ducking, crawling, and rappelling to get to the crater. If you're the sort of person who enjoys those things, this is a fabulous hike. We hired a guide, which I think is necessary; while there is one main trail once you get onto it, there are lots of misleading paths on the way to that trail and no signs. Our guide was funny, considerate, and patient with our lackluster Spanish skills. I highly recommend him if you're in the Merida area! His name is Simeon, and his number is +505 (83) 26 36 61. The hike took us 8.5 hours (including a half hour lunch break), and we walked directly up a path from Merida, so no transportation was required. All in all, a challenging but fantastic experience.
3. Masaya Volcano National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,329 reviews
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.
4. Cerro Negro Volcano
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,141 reviews
Reviewed By Alfish96
Book the volcano boarding with Quetzaltrekkers - firstly, they donate most of your money to their scholarship scheme for nicaraguan kids, for the same price as other tour companies ($30 inc park entry). secondly, you go an hour earlier than all other tour groups so we didn’t have to wait for others to go down, we were the only ones up there the first time. It’s also a lot cooler. i dont know how big their groups can get, but there were only 5 of us which was perfect. They also offer for you to do it a second time, which is worth the extra hike up!
5. Islets of Granada
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,936 reviews
Reviewed By sphyggy - Vallejo, United States
We were taken by boat, to one of the islets. We had lunch and then a couple of hours to hang out. So relaxing and beautiful! Could have stayed all day if able. Beautiful scenery, sat and read and listened to the birds, etc.
6. Iglesia de La Merced
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 871 reviews
Reviewed By 301ericw - Knoxville, United States
Super cool old church and bell tower The church is free to enter but it costs one US dollar to climb the bell tower. Awesome city views
7. Puerto Salvador Allende
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 997 reviews
Reviewed By robertosH7511EN - Managua, Nicaragua
A complete place to share the beauty of Managua Lake from the Malecon. with a complete variety of choices on gastronomy. there is kids area with games, even for seniors.
8. Mirador del Cristo de la Misericordia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 565 reviews
Reviewed By cteyedoc - Branford, United States
What a GREAT view of SJDS and it only cost $2. Jesus was also pretty COOL ???? Lots of steps and very steep if your hiking. We took Gaby transport which was a good deal and only had to walk up from the parking lot.
9. Playa Hermosa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By 236martinak - Prague, Czech Republic
Our most favorite beach in SJDS area. Long sandy beach with gentle vawes and great facilities (even showers) provided by Eco Lodge and local restaurant.Lot of hammocks, large sitting area in a shade. There is something so calming about this place.Three dollars entrance is worthy.
10. Ojo de Agua
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,054 reviews
Ojo de Agua is a Natural Spring swimming hole where you can swim and relax in clear, pure, medicinal and healthy fresh water of volcanic origin. This is a place to enjoy the environment surrounded by Nature with lots of birds, butterflies, squirrels, iguanas, and many trees all around. While you are here you can also have meals, cocktails or just coconut water, and you can have a banana tour or ride a horse. Welcome.
Reviewed By vintagepaper - Annapolis Royal, Canada
We went to Ojo de Agua by scooter from Playa Santa Domingo. You can also get there by local bus but there is a long beautiful lane you must walk if you go that way. It is beautifully set up and the mineral waters are very clean and fresh and flowing constantly. There’s a lot of stuff there. Restaurant, cafe, bathrooms, changing rooms, bar and a walk through a banana plantation. There were lots of tourists and locals there when we were there and we were told that on weekends it is full of local families and much more busy. The feeling of the place was soothing and green and the water fresh and the perfect temperature to cool down in. The tarzan swing was fun to watch too! We found the amenities a little more pricey than elsewhere so take some snacks if you’re on a budget. There is a sign in the entrance asking people not to wear sunscreen or bug dope as it kills the fish, but as there were no showers to rinse it off most people were ignoring that. We didn’t wear sunscreen and got a little sunburned so be aware of that. A truly beautiful place to relax and refresh. On the way back we saw both howler and capuccino monkeys on or near the road.
