Top Things to Do in Managua, Nicaragua
Things to Do in Managua
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Top Attractions in Managua
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What travellers are saying
- LolaGo1Washington DC, DC5,818 contributionsRunning out of tourist attractions to visit in Granada, I decided to visit instead the attractions in Managua. I took the public bus that goes to UCA Terminal in Managua. Cost is 47 cordobas per person or about US$ 1.10.
This is one of the attractions I visited with my driver/guide that I hired . There is a 10 cordoba entrance fee, free for seniors to enter. There are many restaurants located at this attraction. Nipa nuts located along the water can be used to eat the foods ordered from the restaurants.
There is a small park with a statue of Sandino and brief explanations of the revolution. A boat is parked along the Malecon, but there was no one to ask where this boat goes.
It appeared that the best time to visit this attraction is when the sun set down and weather gets cooler.Written 6 December 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - LolaGo1Washington DC, DC5,818 contributionsLocated near the Plaza dela Revolution, this Antiguo Catedral can be easily visited. Entrance is not allowed due to the danger imposed of falling bricks and other materials.
I briefly took pictures of this cathedral and wondered how it might have looked prior to being damaged by the earthquake.Written 6 December 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - YHaterOakville, Canada60 contributionsIt's an okay place for a short visit and the buildings on the square are somewhat interesting. There is also a memorial park to the Sandinista heroes on the west side. Parking is very easy and there is a big and free lot on the east side right beside the Palace of Culture.Written 1 February 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Panamajoe2017Sechelt, Canada319 contributionsA great viewpoint overlooking the city. Helps you get your bearings as you can see the old cathedral and the lake from the top. Costs one USD to walk up. Very clean park with everything well manicured and watered.Written 3 December 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LolaGo1Washington DC, DC5,818 contributionsThe place was closed when I visited it. I was impressed by its size and noted the ample number of parking spaces for visitors. I took some pictures and promised myself to be back here to see a live show.
Accross from this attractions are tents that appeared to have some circus shows. Will try to see them too.Written 6 December 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Myo MCoquitlam, Canada22,876 contributionsA long rectangular & "fairly imposing" (although just 2-storied) building, the "national history" museum inside kind of spread out over two wings of the building on its 1st floor (with 2 "inner courtyards" between the wings) is not one with a great many displays from which you can actually learn about the history of the country (which is the experience I got from the national history museums of Chile, Brazil, Colombia & Costa Rica), but this one instead is one for what I would just describe as "an idea or a glimpse" of the national history. But that being said, it was quite enjoyable to go through a nice "timeline coverage" of the periods from pre-historic to pre-Columbian to colonial to modern day (actually in a sense a better timeline than those 4 museums as just mentioned which only start from the pre-Columbian period) with also displays ranging from interesting ones (such as tusks of pre-historic elephants, a fossilized "human footprint" from thousands of years ago & animal-shaped pottery objects called metates for burial or ceremonial purposes in the pre-Columbian times) to beautiful & colorful ones (such as human figures in bright clothes, miniature models of the country's famous cathedrals & the display I liked most here which is a big "colorful & 3-D" map of the country); and also adding to my nice museum tour was the staff lady who was my guide doing her best with historical narrations (& also some interesting folk tales & such). And yes, with two "inner courtyards" (as mentioned between the Museum's two wings), be sure not to miss these "sculptures of dancers" in one of those courtyards (life-sized ones placed in a circle which to me was just a "pretty interesting" set of sculptures to see and where nearby is also a "model hut" such as that of the pre-Columbian period).
Located on the south side of Plaza de la Revolucion (which I was actually kind of surprised by its "total emptiness" without any trees or benches or statues as usually seen at many other main plazas of South & Central Americas), just to the right outside this museum is the cathedral which once was the city's "main cathedral" (until damaged by the earthquake of about 50 years ago although as far as I could see was one still "perfectly standing" today!), and at just about a 5-minute walk away (to the left after coming out of here, through the small wooded area like a mini-park, then to the right on the main street) is the promenade-like "lake front" of Lake Managua where apart from a pretty great view of the lake is also a long row of "various-colored" artificial trees (but each tree with only one color) & long vertical plates with colorful stripes likely those of the state or provincial flags of the country.Written 20 October 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - dod2015Los Angeles, CA228 contributionsUnique exterior architecture. I came here by mistake but enjoyed the site anyways. Quiet, unassuming with a dignified interior sanctuary. Make sure to tell your taxi to go to the church in Plaza de la Revolucion if you want to visit the Antigua Cathedral de Managua, which is a much more imposing structure.Written 23 March 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- bucketlisttravellersSydney, Australia3,783 contributionsThis is a high end shopping experience in Managua. This large shopping complex has indoor and outdoor areas, a good range of stores including Siman and La Colonia and there are plenty of restaurants and fast food places to choose from. You could easily spend a few hours shopping here.Written 28 September 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jose Luis PManagua, Nicaragua2 contributionsVery good place to walk around the different areas, very safe and area where you can find different options of bars and pubsWritten 6 November 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lynne SWinters, CA595 contributionsThere is precious little to do/see in Managua so this little historical display was a good outing. Being underground meant it was slightly cooler. A guide makes all the difference.Written 8 July 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LolaGo1Washington DC, DC5,818 contributionsLocated near the Puerto Allende, we briefly stopped here to take some photos. Similar to the other attractions we had visited earlier, we were the only visitors due to the very hot weather.
Better option: Visit it in the evening to see the impact of the lightings to the Trees of Life structures and other exhibits near by.Written 6 December 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Alperez1954Miami, FL31 contributionsThere is a new place here YUNI’S
The other one is great.
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The hamburguesa “Hawaiian” you got to get that.Written 21 February 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - LolaGo1Washington DC, DC5,818 contributionsMy driver/guide took me here for lunch. It was quite crowded and I was surprised to see US Fast Foods restaurants here such as Pizza Hut and McDonald’s. We opted for local dishes such as Fried Fish Combo and Fish Soup.
After lunch, we looked around, just window shopping, not buying anything. Bathrooms are free and are clean. There is also free ample parkingWritten 6 December 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Jessica W13 contributionsIt was so relaxing and cool to see all the critters skittering around the ground. It was also a really good break between our hotel and the waterfront area of Managua.Written 3 April 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TiffanyManagua, Nicaragua71 contributionsThis park is located in the city of Managua. It is tucked away in the city, but it is really so beautiful!
This park is well-guarded and is fairly quiet and well taken care of. The security guards and the landscapers were fairly friendly as we chatted with a few of them. This park is very safe and is a good option for children. There are numerous playground areas for kids in the park.
We went on a weekday, and there were only a few locals there. If you are looking for a place to relax and just take a stroll, this is a great place. It is relaxing, safe, and well-kept.Written 23 September 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Managua
- The top attractions to visit in Managua are:
- Puerto Salvador Allende
- Plaza de la Revolucion
- Loma de Tiscapa
- Parque Acuático Salvador Allende
- Antigua Catedral de Managua
- The best outdoor activities in Managua according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- Parque Japón Nicaragua
- Arboretum Nacional
- Parque Central
- Parque Santo Domingo Managua
- Laguna de Xiloa
- The best day trips from Managua according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- Private -Full day tour: Granada City + Boat ride+Handicraft Market+Lava Tour
- Private Full Day in Granada city +lake +handicraft market + Masaya volcano
- Private Daytrip In Leon And Ruins Of Leon From Managua
- Laguna de Apoyo Day pass plus Masaya Volcano Night Tour
- Sand boarding at Cerro Negro from Managua
- The most popular things to do in Managua with children according to Tripadvisor travellers are:See all kid friendly things to do in Managua on Tripadvisor
Managua Attractions Information
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| Attraction Reviews | 3,639 |
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| Local Time | Friday 6:41 pm |