Popular Places to Visit in Granada Nicaragua

Popular Places to Visit in Granada Nicaragua

Granada is a must-see location for anybody visiting Nicaragua. As the Americas’ oldest colonial city, Granada is rich in cultural heritage, scenic wonders, and a plethora of famous tourist attractions! Continue reading to learn about all of the popular places to visit in Granada Nicaragua.

Colonial Churches in Granada Nicaragua

Colonial Churches in Granada Nicaragua

Nicaragua, as a Catholic nation, has an abundance of magnificent churches. Some of the more notable churches include Iglesia de Guadalupe, Iglesia de La Merced, and, of course, the brilliant, gorgeous Granada Cathedral.

Volcano Masaya

Volcano Masaya

Visiting this enormous volcano, the most recommended thing to do in Granada, is something everyone should add to their Granada “must do” list! Who wouldn’t want to observe magma within a volcano for themselves? A night visit to Masaya Volcano will show you precisely that. You’ll be able to peek down into the volcano and witness the lava for yourself if the weather and magma levels are perfect. Masaya Volcano is just outside the little community of Masaya, about a 40-minute trip from Granada.

Apoyo Lagoon

Apoyo Lagoon

The Apoyo Lagoon is a “crater lake” located between two volcanoes. It’s a big lake with ideal swimming temperatures. In addition it is fantastic for paddle-boarding, tubing, and kayaking. The Paradiso Hostel is quite popular among tourists since it provides a variety of everyday activities. Think of a relaxing and friendly atmosphere, fantastic community dinners, and, of course, cocktails and fun in the evenings. It is one of Nicaragua’s top-rated hostels. Whatever method you use to reach Laguna de Apoyo, it is a pleasant area to visit and well worth the short journey from Granada.

Municipal Market of Masaya

The Mercado Municipal, Masaya’s primary market, is a bustling and colorful food and crafts market. It is located in the center of the city and great for people watching. Another market is the Mercado de Artesanias. Here they exhibit traditional Nicaraguan handicrafts such as colorful woven blankets and little handbags and sandals. Masaya is within easy reach of Granada as it is only a short drive away. You can get there on your own by taking one of the buses that depart from the bus station. They run on a regular basis.

Lake Nicaragua’s 365 Islets

Apoyo Lagoon

Exploring the 365 islands in Lake Nicaragua is by far one of the top things to do in Granada Nicaragua! It’s a unique experience not to be missed, whether traveling the islands by kayak, boat, or stand-up paddleboard. The islands were formed thousands of years ago when the Mombacho Volcano erupted. As a result it spewed out varied-sized rock formations, forming islets and islands over the lake’s edges. It is best to tour about midday so that you can take in the scenery and watch the sunset from the ocean before returning to land for the evening.

The Chocolate Museum

Did you know that Nicaragua is the birthplace of some of the world’s best chocolate? That’s correct, Nicaragua’s environment is great for growing cocoa beans, the essential component in chocolate. You may go to the museum, participate in a chocolate workshop and make your creation, or even visit a cocoa farm. You’ll learn the history of chocolate production. Chocolate in its purest form is available within the museum.

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