Title: Things to Do in Esteli Department in 2026 | Expedia.com

# Things to do in Esteli Department

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### Esteli Department Attractions

It's not hard to find fun things to see and do in Esteli Department. Familiarize yourself with the area's history and check out the best tourist attractions in this charming city. Organize your travel itinerary now so you're ready to go once you arrive.

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## What to do in Esteli Department

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### Free Things to Do in Esteli 

Leave your purse in the hotel. It's easy to have fun in Esteli without surrendering a penny. 

**Funarte** \- Spend a bit of time here and gain an insight into the arts and culture of the region. 

**Catedral** \- Connect with your spiritual side or just soak up the peaceful ambiance at this place of worship. 

**Reserva Natural Miraflor** \- Arrange a picnic date and enjoy a relaxing walk around the beautiful plants. 

### Things to Do in Esteli Department with Kids

There are lots of outstanding experiences in Esteli Department that the entire gang will enjoy. Here are a few of the best [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6314215&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) around.

- [Isletas Sunset Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/isletas-sunset-tour.a1212595.activity-details)
- [Masaya Volcano Night Tour and Apoyo Lagoon.](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tour-apoyo-lagoon-and-masaya-active-volcano.a2133035.activity-details)
- [Lake Nicaragua Kayak Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kayak-tour.a1212564.activity-details)
- [Volcano Mombacho Adventures](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/volcano-mombacho-adventures.a1212562.activity-details)

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### Discover the most popular places to visit in Esteli Department

#### Esteli City Park

Learn about the local history of Esteli with a stop at Esteli City Park. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. 

[](https://expedia.com/Esteli-City-Park-Esteli.d6324350.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Esteli Cathedral

After visiting Esteli Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Esteli. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. 

[](https://expedia.com/Esteli-Cathedral-Esteli.d6324348.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Estanzuela Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Estanzuela Waterfall during your travels in Esteli. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. 

[](https://expedia.com/Estanzuela-Waterfall-Esteli.d553248621592397555.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Mirador

You can find out about the history of Condega with a stop at Mirador. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums. 

[](https://expedia.com/Mirador-Condega.d553248621532964600.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Somoto

Find out about the history of Esteli with a stop at Somoto. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. 

[](https://expedia.com/Somoto-Esteli.d553248621532619438.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Salto Estanzuela

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Salto Estanzuela during your travels in Esteli. Wander the lakeside and gardens while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Salto-Estanzuela-Esteli.d553248621532964573.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Museo Arqueológico Julio César Salgado

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museo Arqueológico Julio César Salgado during your trip to Condega. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums. 

[](https://expedia.com/Museo-Arqueologico-Julio-Cesar-Salgado-Condega.d553248621532964601.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Galería del Arte El Jalacate

You can find out about the history of Esteli with a trip to Galería del Arte El Jalacate. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. 

[](https://expedia.com/Galeria-Del-Arte-El-Jalacate-Esteli.d553248621532964572.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Catedral

After visiting Catedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Esteli. Take in the museums and volcano viewpoints in the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Catedral-Esteli.d553248621532964575.Vacation-Attraction)

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## Popular day trips from Esteli Department

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### Esteli

![A nice church made of stone and inside a rain forest in Nicaragua](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351015/77e72873-f8fa-4e63-8398-840c286768f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Jinotega

![Nicaragua showing hiking or walking as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532964596/f3c39c56-f760-4014-ab5e-51cf5dbea610.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Somoto

![Somoto canyon panorama in Nicaragua](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000389148/d7e53c6c-d37a-41b0-b7af-d50704fbb722.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Condega

## Frequently asked questions

### What to do in Esteli Department on a sunny day?

> - [Private: Flor de Caña Rum Distillery and León City](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-flor-de-cana-rum-distillery-and-leon-city.a2223379.activity-details)
> - [Private: León City History Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-leon-city-history-tour.a2224583.activity-details)
> - [Private: Cerro Negro Volcano](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-cerro-negro-volcano.a2191361.activity-details)
> - [Private: Managua City Half Day Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-managua-city-half-day-tour.a2224853.activity-details)

### Are there cheap things to do in Esteli Department?

### What can you do in Esteli Department for free?

> - Reserva Natural Miraflor
> - Estanzuela Waterfall
> - Funarte
> - Galería de Héroes y Mártires

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