Managua Department Travel Guide

Nicaragua

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Popular cities in Managua Department

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Managua
Known for Tours, Volcano and Entertainment
A rich cultural and natural heritage, including ancient crater lakes and remnants of 16th-century colonial architecture, characterize the Nicaraguan capital.

Reasons to visit

  • Puerto Salvador Allende
  • Granada Cathedral
  • Carlos Roberto Huembes Market
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San Rafael del Sur
Known for Adventure, Nature and Beaches
Trip time! Discover the adventure, natural setting and beaches in San Rafael del Sur.
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Villa El Carmen
Head to sights like Gran Pacifica Reef Beach and Asunchillo Beach as you discover Villa El Carmen.
Ticuantepe
Ticuantepe
Known for Volcano, Zoo and Tours
Come to Ticuantepe and enjoy its volcanoes, zoo and history.
Tipitapa
Tipitapa
Explore attractions like National Monument and Lake Managua as you discover things to see and do in Tipitapa.
San Francisco Libre
San Francisco Libre
Venture to sights like Lake Managua as you discover the local area in San Francisco Libre.

Stay near popular Managua Department attractions