La Laguna

Managua

Laguna de Apoyo, a giant carter lake that formed after a volcano imploded on itself. You can see smoking Mombacho Volcano in the background.
Laguna de Apoyo, a giant carter lake that formed after a volcano imploded on itself. You can see smoking Mombacho Volcano in the background.
Laguna de Apoyo near Granada, Nicaragua. Geological data suggests that Lake Apoyo originated about 23,000 years ago.
Apoyo Lagoon rests in the crater of an extinct volcano. At the lookout point there are many shops/vendors and places to eat and a restroom (for a price). It's very windy and much cooler up there so bring layers! This is a must see when in Nicaragua!
If your looking for something to do to cool off in Nicaragua's heat, head to Laguna de Apoyo just outside Managua. Resorts line the rim of this volcanic Crater Lake and you can sit by the lakeside enjoying piña colodas. Swimming here is great though there's not much in the way of beaches. Spend the day or stay over night and be prepared to chill.

Popular places to visit

Western Nicaragua showing outdoor art, a coastal town and art

Puerto Salvador Allende

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

Puerto Salvador Allende
Granada Cathedral which includes heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and a city

Granada Cathedral

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

Granada Cathedral
Mercado Carlos Roberto Huembes showing markets and street scenes

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.

Carlos Roberto Huembes Market
Managua Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage architecture

Managua Cathedral

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

Managua Cathedral
Calle La Calzada and Cathedral de Granada, Granada, Nicaragua

Calle la Calzada

You can enjoy retail therapy at Calle la Calzada during your stay in Granada. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Calle la Calzada
Casa Presidencial featuring an administrative buidling and a statue or sculpture

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.

Presidential House

Things to do

Las Isletas Boat Tour

Las Isletas Boat Tour

P2,660
per adult
Las Isletas Boat Tour
Granada Cathedral | Adventour Nicaragua

City Tour Granada, Nicaragua.

P2,364
per adult
City Tour Granada, Nicaragua.
Granada: Colonial Granada Horse Carriage & Walking Tour

Granada: Colonial Granada Horse Carriage & Walking Tour

P1,655
per adult
Granada: Colonial Granada Horse Carriage & Walking Tour
Nicaragua, Its Architecture

Nicaragua One Day Expedition from Costa Rica

P13,712
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nicaragua One Day Expedition from Costa Rica
Las Isletas: Kayak Tour

Las Isletas: Kayak Tour

P2,305
per adult
Las Isletas: Kayak Tour
Granada Colonial Granada Horse Carriage and Walking Tour

Granada Colonial Granada Horse Carriage and Walking Tour

P2,069
per adult
Granada Colonial Granada Horse Carriage and Walking Tour
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Top hotels in La Laguna

CASA MARIMBA

CASA MARIMBA

3 out of 5
Plan de Laguna de Apoyo Catarina
The price is P4,736 per night from Mar 13 to Mar 14
P4,736
P5,446 total
Mar 13 - Mar 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Catarina. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Laguna de Apoyo and Mirador de Catarina are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Helpful , friendly staff . Good food .

Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025

CASA MARIMBA
San Simian Lodge

San Simian Lodge

3 out of 5
Apoyo Lagoon San Juan de Oriente Masaya
Book a stay at this beach lodge in San Juan de Oriente. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Mirador de Catarina and Laguna ...
10/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
Staff were very friendly. Food was amazing.

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

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San Simian Lodge
Posada Ecologica La Abuela

Posada Ecologica La Abuela

3 out of 5
La Laguna No 1, Laguna de Apoyo Catarina Masaya
The price is P4,794 per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
P4,794
P5,513 total
Feb 12 - Feb 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Catarina. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Laguna de Apoyo and Mirador de Catarina are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (47 reviews)
Able to enjoy nature

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

Posada Ecologica La Abuela
Hotel-Selvazul Laguna Apoyo

Hotel-Selvazul Laguna Apoyo

3 out of 5
Del Gancho de Camino Catarina Masaya
The price is P2,320 per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
P2,320
P2,668 total
Feb 12 - Feb 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this villa in Catarina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Mirador de Catarina and Laguna de Apoyo are located ...
6.8/10 (8 reviews)
Friendly staff, punctual and assertive Rooms were spotless and clean. The area was quiet and peaceful

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Hotel-Selvazul Laguna Apoyo
Best Western Las Mercedes Airport

Best Western Las Mercedes Airport

4 out of 5
Km 11.5 Carretera Norte Managua
The price is P5,478 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
P5,478
P6,300 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Managua. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,629 reviews)
Staff great. Nice clean pool. Breakfast and dinner very good and reasonable. Rooms clean and beds good. Do watch for slippery tile when wet.

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Best Western Las Mercedes Airport
Hotel Globales Camino Real Managua

Hotel Globales Camino Real Managua

4 out of 5
Km 9.5 Carretera Norte Managua
The price is P5,544 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
P5,544
P6,376 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Managua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
The room was clean and beds and pillow so comfortable. Staff was so nice and eager to provide the best customer service , i will come back everytime.

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Hotel Globales Camino Real Managua
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Other neighbourhoods around La Laguna

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District VII

While District VII isn't home to many top sights, Multicentro Las Americas Shopping Center and Carlos Roberto Huembes Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

District VII
Mercado Carlos Roberto Huembes

District V

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

District V
Panoramic view on managua capital city

Las Colinas

Though Las Colinas might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Galerias Santo Domingo Shopping Center and Plaza Las Praderas.

Las Colinas
This is a very cute and compact airport. Easy to navigate. It is the main airport in Nicaragua. 12/27/2015

District VI

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

District VI
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Las Mercedes

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Las Mercedes and surrounding area, you can visit Pharaoh's Casino Camino Real and Multicentro Las Americas Shopping Center.

Las Mercedes
Empty traffic road in Managua

District I

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

District I

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