Top Things to do in Granada
Top 9 Walking Tours in Granada, Granada Department
Drawn by year-round warm weather, colonial-era architecture and the freshwater Lake Nicaragua, travelers from around the world are flocking to Granada. Eco-tourists will love visiting the dormant Mombacho volcano, sailing on the lake and ziplining through the trees. Fans of spa treatments and shopping will find plenty to do, too.
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1. City Tour Granada & Isletas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 54 reviews
Nicaragua Escapade is a Nicaraguan owned company that provides private guided tours where you will have a 100% local experience.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Personal Expenses
Reviewed By foreverdreamin
After reading all the reviews I decided to go with Rodolfo. My main concern was arriving by plane early in Granada I didn’t want to have to negotiate a taxi, however that’s exactly what I had to do. The timing wasn’t on his website so I asked if that was a problem, he said no. But when we arrived, he was nowhere to be found, I rang him, & he had been unwell & advised me to negotiate, which I did but not for his price. I then rang him again to make sure he was arranging our pickup to León. Calling is not cheap.I suggest if you are using his company only for transfers to email him the day before...unfortunately I was unable to do this. Emails before leaving home weren’t great, but I persevered. The good news, the company he deals with were prompt & dropped us in León & Managua at our accommodation
2. Granada City Tour
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
This is a tour in the oldest city in the Americas The tour will take place on foot to have a closer perception of the local culture and people. This tour is full of information about culture, gastronomy, architecture, history and more ... You will be all the time with a guide certified by INTUR which is the government department responsible for training national guides. Come and enjoy with us this lovely tour!
Inclusions: Bottled water, Certified Bilingual Guide
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Reviewed By 414s_niav
We did a kayak Tour around the Islets with Manuel and it was very nice. Manuel was an excellent guide. He was punctual and explained us a lot about the Islets. We really liked the tour because it was so authentic. We also waited for the sunset which was beautiful. We definitely recommend this tour with Manuel. Thank you Manuel for everything! We wish you all the best!
3. Colonial Granada & Boat Tour Islets
This Tour will show you one of the oldest cities in the Americas, its beautiful colonial structure, its rich culture and tradition, as well as a visit to the chocolate museum and a pleasant tour of the islets of Granada.
Inclusions: Entry
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By NicaCowboy
After visiting the Isletas in Granada, I was interested in visiting other sites in Nicaragua. Danny was very helpful in choosing Ometepe as my next tour site. Danny provided a customized tour package that included a rental car (automatic), route to San Jorge port where the ferry transported the passengers and rental car to/from Ometepe, route to the hotel, a 1-night reservation in the cabanas found in the Omaja resort, and 3 guided tours in Ometepe. Danny's knowledge and experience of Ometepe helped me to choose a customized tour package that allowed for a more personalized and enjoyable experience of Nicaragua. I highly recommend Danny's Tour to everyone visiting Nicaragua.
4. Private: Granada Walking Tour Half Day
Discover the history of the first European City mainland in Las Americas, named "Granada" in 1524 and today called "The Paris of Central America". Granada is historically one of Nicaragua's most important cities, economically and politically. It has a rich colonial heritage represented on its buildings and traditions.
Inclusions: Entrances to mentioned sites, Bilingual certified guide during the tour
Exclusions: Private transportation, Gratuities
Reviewed By 19841913
The people at the BosaTour were amazing. We booked a special tour with pick up in Managua, visit Cerro Negro, and drop off in Popoyo. The team was super accommodating and top list of great photos to capture our adventure up the volcano. They even stopped on the side of the road for some fruit. I can’t recommend them enough.
5. Laguna de Apoyo Hike
Laguna de Apoyo is the deepest and cleanest water of Central America. See birds,monkeys,sloths and get ready to swim and to enjoy its transparent water.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By BaNanaBread89
I went on a halfday tour to the nearby volcano Mombacho. Everything was perfect, starting from the initial communication, to transport and the guiding itself. Leonel is a very knowleadgable, enthusiastic and communicative guide. His english is excellent and even though I didn’t see many animals that day, he gave me lots of insights about the surroundings and history. The view was fantastic, the diversity of the cloud forest was just beautiful. I would definitely book a tour with Leonel an his team again!
6. Private: Granada Colonial Tour
Discover the history of the first European City mainland in Las Americas, named "Granada" in 1524 and today called "The Paris of Central America". Granada is historically one of Nicaragua's most important cities, economically and politically.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bilingual certified guide all day, Entrance fees
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By 19841913
The people at the BosaTour were amazing. We booked a special tour with pick up in Managua, visit Cerro Negro, and drop off in Popoyo. The team was super accommodating and top list of great photos to capture our adventure up the volcano. They even stopped on the side of the road for some fruit. I can’t recommend them enough.
7. Historical Granada (Tickets to Cathedral & Royal Chapel included)
Discover the center of Granada walking through its squares and streets full of history accompanied by an official guide. During the visit, you will be able to visit such emblematic places as the Royal Chapel, a space that houses the mortal remains of the Catholic Monarchs and some of their descendants; the Cathedral, the Corral del Carbón or the Alcaicería. The cultural and religious mix, yesterday and today will be key pieces of this visit that you cannot miss.
Inclusions: Cathedral and Royal Chapel tickets are included
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8. The best of Granada walking tour
Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Famous for its classical colonial architecture, Granada is the oldest European settlement in Nicaragua as well as the whole Central America. Why was it a frequent target for pirates between 1665 and 1857? Who was the most famous pirate and his many master plans? You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Granada. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!
Inclusions: Local Professional Guide
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9. Romantic tour in Granada
An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. Granada is steeped in colonial history, culture, classical architecture as well as some unbelievable stories about explorers and pirates. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. What are the many legends surrounding Lake Nicaragua and the spirits that supposedly live there? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!
Inclusions: Local Professional Guide
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