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Things to see in Managua (Nicaragua): 50 places and when to go
Managua is a city in Nicaragua with around 920,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 50 places in and around it, mainly Nature (37), Mountains (20), Wildlife (5). The best known are Momotombo, Old Cathedral of Managua and Apoyeque. The best time to come is November to March; also possible: April to May and July to August. In June there are 12 h 43 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 17. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Nicaragua · 12.155, -86.2704
- Population
- About 920,000
- Places
- 50 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (37) · Mountains (20) · Wildlife (5) · History (4) · Food and drink (4) · Temples (3)
- Best time
- November to March.
- Also possible
- April to May and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- MGA Managua, 11 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Momotombo, at 1,279 m.
What to see in Managua
The places in and around Managua, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- MomotomboVolcano in Nicaragua42 km
- Old Cathedral of ManaguaCatholic church building in Managua, Nicaragua183 m
- ApoyequeShield volcano on the Península de Chiltepe in the Chiltepe Peninsula Natural Reserve in Mateare municipality, Managua Department, Nicaragua13 km
- Ancient footprints of AcahualincaHominid fossils in Nicaragua2.7 km
- Immaculate Conception Cathedral, ManaguaChurch in Managua, Nicaragua2.5 km
- Tiscapa Lagoon Natural ReserveLake in Managua, Nicaragua1.7 km
- Volcán MomotombitoLava cone forming Isla Momotombito in Lake Managua, within the Momotombo–Momotombito Volcanic Complex Nature Reserve, La Paz Centro municipality, León Department, Nicaragua31 km
- Loma de TiscapaNature · Mountains1.7 km
- National Palace of Culture, ManaguaHistoric neoclassical cultural palace built 1936–1940 in District I, Managua municipality, Managua Department, Nicaragua; houses the Julio Cortázar Museum of Contemporary Art193 m
- Montelimar BeachBeach in western Nicaragua47 km
- Volcán El CiguatepeVolcano in Nicaragua44 km
- Chiltepe Peninsula Natural ReserveNature reserve on the Península de Chiltepe in Mateare municipality, Managua Department, Nicaragua12 km
- Boca San MartínBay in Nicaragua, Pacific Ocean47 km
- Cerro BarrabásMountain in Nicaragua45 km
- Cerro CanogeñoMountain in Nicaragua45 km
- Volcán ChiltepeVolcano on the Península de Chiltepe in Mateare municipality, Managua Department, Nicaragua9.1 km
- Cerro CiguatepeMountain in Nicaragua, Municipio de San Francisco Libre45 km
- Cerro El ChilamateMountain in Nicaragua46 km
- Cerro El SocoltepeMountain in Nicaragua, Municipio de Tipitapa47 km
- Cerro El TablónMountain in Nicaragua39 km
- Cerro Los MartínezMountain in Nicaragua5.1 km
- Cerro MendozaMountain in Nicaragua40 km
- Cerro MontosoMountain in Nicaragua, León, Municipio de La Paz Centro48 km
- Cerro MotastepeMountain in Nicaragua6.8 km
And the other 26, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Cerro San Carlos, Cerro San Jacinto, Cerro Santa Isabel, La Mesa del Piche, Loma El Portillo, Loma Tragaleguas, Lomas de la Gallina, Lomas La Palma, Loma Los Cubos, Lomas Portillo de Ojoche, Lomas San José, Malecón, Asososca Lagoon Natural Reserve, Reserva Natural Laguna de Nejapa, Ensenada El Boquerón, Ensenada El Esterito, Parque Las Madres, Complejo Volcánico Momotombo - Momotombito
- Food and drink: Mercado de Mayoreo, Israel Lewites Market, Ciudad Sandino Municipal Market, Roberto Huembes Market
- History: Monumento al Soldado de la Patria, Monumento a los Mártires
- Museums and art: Julio Cortázar Museum of Contemporary Art
- Temples: Iglesia Santa María de Guadalupe
When to go to Managua
The best time to visit Managua is November to March; also possible: April to May and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time11:22
- FebBest time11:37
- MarBest time11:55
- AprPossible12:16
- MayPossible12:34
- JunBetter not12:43
- JulPossible12:39
- AugPossible12:24
- SepBetter not12:04
- OctBetter not11:43
- NovBest time11:26
- DecBest time11:17
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 12 h 43 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 17. In January, 50 of the 50 places are at their best.
When to go to Nicaragua in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Managua
The nearest main airport is Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport (MGA, Managua), 11 km as the crow flies. How to get around Nicaragua (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Masaya10 places28 km
- Jinotepe, Carazo27 places35 km
- Granada, Nicaragua32 places43 km
- León, Nicaragua36 places73 km
- Boaco13 places75 km
- Tola11 places81 km
And all of Nicaragua, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Managua?
The best known: Momotombo, Old Cathedral of Managua, Apoyeque, Ancient footprints of Acahualinca, Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Managua. In all, 50 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Managua?
November to March; also possible: April to May and July to August. In June there are 12 h 43 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 17.
How do you get to Managua?
The nearest main airport is Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport (MGA), 11 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Managua as the destination and these 50 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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