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What to do in Managua
Popular places to visit

Puerto Salvador Allende
Dine at one of the many restaurants, stroll along the lakeside boulevard and take a boat trip to nearby Love Island.

Granada Cathedral
Marvel at the colorful façade of this 16th-century cathedral and tour the interior for its chapels, paintings and statues.

Carlos Roberto Huembes Market
Devote a few hours to exploring this vast marketplace, filled with thousands of stalls selling food, furniture and traditional arts and crafts.

Managua Cathedral
Sightsee the ruins of religious statues, chapels and altars at a derelict cathedral in the heart of Managua.

Presidential House
This stately building once held the official offices of Nicaragua’s president and is surrounded by the fascinating landmarks of Managua’s historic center.
Galerias Santo Domingo Shopping Center
During your trip to Managua, you can enjoy retail therapy at Galerias Santo Domingo Shopping Center. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Metrocentro
During your trip to Managua, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Metrocentro. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Embassy of the United States Managua
After visiting Embassy of the United States Managua, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Managua. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Multicentro Las Americas Shopping Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Multicentro Las Americas Shopping Center during your visit to Managua. Savor the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
Areas of Managua

District I
If you're spending some time in District I, Galerias Santo Domingo Shopping Center and Metrocentro are top sights worth seeing.

La Laguna
Travelers like the mountain views in La Laguna, and Laguna de Apoyo is a top attraction you might want to visit.

District VI
If you're spending some time in District VI, Lake Managua and Pharaoh's Casino are top sights worth seeing.

District V
While visiting District V, you might make a stop by sights like Carlos Roberto Huembes Market and Plaza Las Praderas.

Bello Horizonte
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bello Horizonte and surrounding area, you can visit Multicentro Las Americas Shopping Center and Carlos Roberto Huembes Market.

Villa Fontana
Though Villa Fontana might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Galerias Santo Domingo Shopping Center and Metrocentro.