Top 15 places to visit in Granada

Lake Nicaragua, also known as Lake Cocibolca, is Central America's largest freshwater lake, spanning approximately 108 square kilometres. It is uniquely home to freshwater sharks and is framed by the volcanic landscape of Ometepe, an island formed by two towering volcanoes, Concepción and Maderas, that rise dramatically from the water's edge. Exploring the lake offers opportunities for canoeing and birdwatching, particularly around the islets that dot its expanse. The best time to visit is during the dry season from November to April, when the weather is more predictable. Note that the lake's diverse ecosystem reveals itself quietly, rewarding those who take the time to observe.

Masaya Volcano is one of the landmarks our editorial team flags as worth your time in Granada. The dedicated guide is being written — see Granada experiences that visit it in the meantime.

Granada Cathedral is one of the landmarks our editorial team flags as worth your time in Granada. The dedicated guide is being written — see Granada experiences that visit it in the meantime.

Catarina is one of the landmarks our editorial team flags as worth your time in Granada. The dedicated guide is being written — see Granada experiences that visit it in the meantime.

Masaya is one of the landmarks our editorial team flags as worth your time in Granada. The dedicated guide is being written — see Granada experiences that visit it in the meantime.

Islets of Granada (Las Isletas de Granada) is one of the landmarks our editorial team flags as worth your time in Granada. The dedicated guide is being written — see Granada experiences that visit it in the meantime.

Apoyo Lagoon Natural Reserve (Laguna de Apoyo) is one of the landmarks our editorial team flags as worth your time in Granada. The dedicated guide is being written — see Granada experiences that visit it in the meantime.

Mombacho Volcano is one of the landmarks our editorial team flags as worth your time in Granada. The dedicated guide is being written — see Granada experiences that visit it in the meantime.

Iglesia de la Merced is one of the landmarks our editorial team flags as worth your time in Granada. The dedicated guide is being written — see Granada experiences that visit it in the meantime.

Calle La Calzada is one of the landmarks our editorial team flags as worth your time in Granada. The dedicated guide is being written — see Granada experiences that visit it in the meantime.

House of Three Worlds (Casa de los Tres Mundos) is one of the landmarks our editorial team flags as worth your time in Granada. The dedicated guide is being written — see Granada experiences that visit it in the meantime.

Hacienda El Progreso is one of the landmarks our editorial team flags as worth your time in Granada. The dedicated guide is being written — see Granada experiences that visit it in the meantime.

San Francisco Convent (Iglesia de San Francisco) is one of the landmarks our editorial team flags as worth your time in Granada. The dedicated guide is being written — see Granada experiences that visit it in the meantime.

Mi Museo is one of the landmarks our editorial team flags as worth your time in Granada. The dedicated guide is being written — see Granada experiences that visit it in the meantime.

La Polvora Fortress (Fortaleza La Polvora) is one of the landmarks our editorial team flags as worth your time in Granada. The dedicated guide is being written — see Granada experiences that visit it in the meantime.