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Nearly all of Granada's attractions are located within a small area near Parque Central. At a brisk pace, you could cover them all in a day. If you're pressed for time, definitely don't miss the Cathedral and the sunset atop Iglesia la Merced. Granada's a very pleasant city to stroll, and covering the attractions on foot is a great way to enjoy the historic center.
Granada has several tour operators clustered around Parque Central. The trips they offer are generally quite uniform (volcano tours, city tours, Las Isletas), but their prices are not so shop around. Some sell airline tickets and offer car rentals as well, but these services can be tough to find. Try and avoid paying for trips in advance if you can - many operators in Granada (as well as elsewhere) stop caring about you once they've got your money.
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This magnificent neoclassical cathedral is the jewel in the crown of Granada's architectural beauty. Although, like most of Granada's great buildings, it had to be rebuilt after William Walker torched the city in 1856, this does not diminish the magic of the site. The well-kept interior and...
Granada, Nicaragua
The crumbling facade on this ancient building gives way to a beautifully maintained interior. Decked out in Granada's traditional yellow and white with Corinthian columns, the church features an exquisite stained-glass portrait of the Virgin of Guadalupe behind the altar. One of Granada's most...
Granada, Nicaragua
This fascinating place keeps even the non-Museum person interested. The complex, which dates to the 16th century, is a pleasant place, planted with tall palms in the central courtyard, and is certainly worth an hour of travelers’ time. The rooms offer rudimentary displays...
Granada, Nicaragua
Described by some as the prettiest church in Granada, Iglesia la Merced is best visited at sunset. For 20 C you can ascend to the top of the belltower and watch the sun go down over Granada's spectacular beauty. The view of this magnificent city in...
Granada, Nicaragua
This is a truly fantastic experience. Las Isletas is an archipelago of 365 (so they say!) tree-covered islands, some inhabited and some natural, all in close proximity on the shores of Lake Nicaragua. A good kayak tour takes you to El Castillo, an old fort with good views of the islands, then...
Granada, Nicaragua
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