Title: Things to Do in Matagalpa Department in 2026 | Expedia.com # Things to do in Matagalpa Department ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Matagalpa Department Types of activities [Matagalpa Department Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Matagalpa-Department.dx6314196) ![A una hora y media de Managua de encuentra Pochomil, una playa tranquila y encantadora para pasar un día fenomenal. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974516156/8354992e-7986-4b53-9703-5ccb8af62b8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A una hora y media de Managua de encuentra Pochomil, una playa tranquila y encantadora para pasar un día fenomenal. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974516156/8354992e-7986-4b53-9703-5ccb8af62b8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Active volcano. Although it is alive, it's not expected to explode in near future. #red](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974516156/c3a26e8d-4aac-47b8-b016-c7da45d4ea8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#CentralAmerica #LatinAmerica #Nicaragua #Volcanoes #MasayaVolcano ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974516156/e6bd1ff6-d5e7-47f1-9286-7cf7c6dc07c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![In Matagalpa, we helped rebuild a house for a family of nine using natural rock slabs from the surrounding mountains.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053701/d9b20c22-720d-4808-8ac1-6a0d9ff16c9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Matagalpa Department Attractions There are opportunities for fun everywhere you look in Matagalpa Department. From action-packed excursions to fascinating tourist attractions, this enchanting city packs a punch. Ready to start working on your itinerary? Discover what makes Matagalpa Department tick with some of the most popular [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6314196&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips). Scroll through our {3 fun activities in Matagalpa Department [fun activities in Matagalpa Department](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6314196&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}, and book with confidence knowing that we offer free cancellation and no added fees. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## What to do in Matagalpa Department - With kids ### Things to Do in Matagalpa Department with Kids Matagalpa Department is a great place for a family escape. Take the youngsters along and try these top [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6314196&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) together: - [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) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Matagalpa Department? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Matagalpa Department #### El Castillo del Cacao Museum You can spend time studying the exhibits at El Castillo del Cacao Museum during your travels in Matagalpa. Amble around the area's forest or visit its cathedral. [](https://expedia.com/El-Castillo-Del-Cacao-Museum-Matagalpa.d553248621592397554.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ruben Dario Museum You can browse the exhibits at Ruben Dario Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Ciudad Dario. Take in the museums while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Ruben-Dario-Museum-Ciudad-Dario.d553248621532964561.Vacation-Attraction) #### Cerro Apante Natural Reserve Explore the great outdoors at Cerro Apante Natural Reserve, a lovely green space in Matagalpa. Discover the area's mountain views and cathedral. [](https://expedia.com/Cerro-Apante-Natural-Reserve-Matagalpa.d553248621532962631.Vacation-Attraction) #### Parque Morazan Explore the great outdoors at Parque Morazan, a lovely green space in Matagalpa. Amble around the area's forest or visit its cathedral. [](https://expedia.com/Parque-Morazan-Matagalpa.d553248621583807764.Vacation-Attraction) #### Cathedral San Pedro You can find out about the history of Matagalpa with a trip to Cathedral San Pedro. Amble around the area's forest or visit its cathedral. [](https://expedia.com/Cathedral-San-Pedro-Matagalpa.d553248621532964569.Vacation-Attraction) #### National Coffee Museum You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Coffee Museum in Matagalpa. Amble around the area's forest or visit its cathedral. [](https://expedia.com/National-Coffee-Museum-Matagalpa.d553248621532964571.Vacation-Attraction) #### San Jose Church San Jose Church is just one of the places to see in Matagalpa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's forest or visit its cathedral. [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Church-Matagalpa.d553248621532964567.Vacation-Attraction) #### Casa Museo Comandante Carlos Fonseca You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Casa Museo Comandante Carlos Fonseca during your trip to Matagalpa. Amble around the area's forest or visit its cathedral. [](https://expedia.com/Casa-Museo-Comandante-Carlos-Fonseca-Matagalpa.d553248621532964568.Vacation-Attraction) #### Molaguina Church Molaguina Church is just one of the places to see in Matagalpa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's forest or visit its cathedral. [](https://expedia.com/Molaguina-Church-Matagalpa.d553248621532964566.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Matagalpa Department ![Latin tourist exploring a waterfall in Matagalpa, Nicaragua](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053701/7932a73c-8afb-40a6-b0c9-df89a35b858b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Matagalpa ![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 ![#matagalpa #nicaragua](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635997146844/98b390c6-e057-4559-b5ab-40875e432dd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San Ramon ![Boaco tierra de encantadors. A todos partes del mundo se va, pero a Boaco se regresa.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351042/090b631e-f1ea-46f1-8292-e093c24c1ebb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Boaco ![#matagalpa #nicaragua](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635997146844/98b390c6-e057-4559-b5ab-40875e432dd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### La Reina ![Replicas of Houses and Museums of Dario, Sandino, and Blanca Arauz at Paseo Xolotlan in Managua, Nicaragua](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351594/548aa5df-ecd7-43b5-afc8-628f769e616d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ciudad Dario ![Nicaragua](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/134/0bfa57f2-0ad2-421c-bb68-26726a3a9419.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Río Blanco ![nice view from the lookout in the city of matagalpa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/662833781394419712/03814172-904d-4296-b630-2c9651ccfe80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### El Tuma - La Dalia ## Frequently asked questions ### What to do in Matagalpa Department on a sunny day? > - 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