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
10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Nicaragua That You Shouldn't Miss
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. Chico Largo Adventure
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By 276kristian
A fun series of ziplines with great views across the lake, friendly staff and good safety equipment. With an hour to spare on our way to the ferry (20th Feb) we noticed the sign at the side of the road so we thought we call in to have a go. We weren't dissapointed. The staff were entertaining and helped us capture the experience with some great 'chase cam' videos. Only 20 mins drive from the Moyogalpa ferry with good views of both volcanoes too.
2. Popoyo Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
This beach is gaining a following as one of the best surfing beaches anywhere.
Reviewed By celinep588 - Paris, France
The view is impressive! Great waves for small and big kids. Nice restaurant. Incredible nature around. 30° for December, what else could we ask?...
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. Mombacho Volcano
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,130 reviews
Reviewed By 567alexanderp - Cambridge, United Kingdom
The hikes on top, in the cloud forest, are pleasant and mid-level, at the souvenir shop station, excellent coffee tours are available -- ask at the cafe de flores shop. To hike up you need to arrive before 11 am, later you have to take the bus up but could hike down.
5. Somoto Canyon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By 457mariannef - Sydney, Australia
We did the 6 hour tour with guide Noel who was brilliant: enthusiastic, encouraging but very safety conscious and he had good English too. The 6 hour trip is definitely the way to go as you get more time in this lovely place and see another canyon. We hiked, swam, scrambled and jumped (last bit optional so you don't need to be very daring to go). It was fun and relaxing. It was my partner's 50th birthday and the company surprised him with a cake and a traditional birthday song. Everyone was so lovely and friendly. I cannot recommend this trip and this company enough. Go to Nicaragua (it's terrific) and do this trip. Thanks Somoto Canyon Tours team for making Graeme's birthday brilliant.
6. 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!
7. 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.
8. Cathedral-Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 804 reviews
Reviewed By bucketlisttravellers - Sydney, Australia
The inside of the church is pressive enough, but wait until you see the rooftop! Getting a ticket (100c or $3US) to explore the rooftop area was a bit of an exploration itself as you had to find a small door which lead to a dungeon area where the ticket sellers were located. We were pointed in the wrong direction initially and ended up almost circumnavigating the church before we found the right door! Once we purchased our tickets we had to head to the other side of the church to another small door which was the entrance to the rooftop area. We squeezed our way up a few narrow flights of stairs and eventually reached the bell tower. From there a guide pointed us to the rooftop area and we were instructed on the rules of the area, including taking off our shoes at a certain point in order to preserve the pristine white rooftop. The rooftop area is amazing! It is covered in domes and ornate embellishments. From the rooftop there are spectacular views of the distant volcanoes as well as city views. We snapped away photos to our hearts content and marvelled at the beauty of the limewashed white architecture. We were told that the architect was a big fan of chess and you can see references to all of the chess pieces in the structure of the rooftop.
9. Mombacho Cigars
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 224 reviews
Cigar Factory and Cigar Lounge.
Reviewed By kylerO8689XT - Dartmouth, Canada
I was visiting Nicaragua for a 2 week vacation, and found Mombacho Cigars by accident. Of my two week vacation this was the highlight my trip. Having a tour of their location, making my own cigar, and the staff was friendly and courteous. My only regret was not leaving with more cigars and merchandise!
10. Laguna de Apoyo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 982 reviews
Reviewed By 853dagmarb - Jacksonville, United States
A beautiful spot which reminded me of Crater Lake. Nearby many vendors of inexpensive handicrafts for sale.
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