Rivas Department Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal landscape with a clear view of the ocean, a beach, and a mountainous backdrop.
A coastal town with buildings, a bay, boats, palm trees, and a cliff.
A coastal town with buildings, a hill with a statue, and boats in the water.
A coastal town with a lighthouse, a beach, and a mountainous backdrop.
A mountain with a lake in the foreground and a clear sky.

Popular cities in Rivas Department

San Juan del Sur
Known for Beaches, Relaxing and Bars
Join the sun-kissed surfers at the beautiful beaches of this colorful and fun-loving town located on Nicaragua’s sunny southwest coast.

Reasons to visit

  • San Juan del Sur Beach
  • El Remanso Beach
  • Maderas Beach
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Altagracia
Check out the local area in Altagracia—home to attractions like Ojo de Agua Park and Altagracia.

Reasons to visit

  • Santo Domingo Beach
  • Concepcion Volcano
  • Charco Verde Lake
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Tola
Explore attractions like Gigante Beach and Hacienda Iguana Golf Club as you discover things to see and do in Tola.

Reasons to visit

  • Gigante Beach
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Rivas
Known for Friendly people, Beaches and Surfing
Rivas awaits: its surfing, beaches, museums and more!
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Moyagalpa
Explore attractions like Lake Nicaragua and Jesus Maria Point as you discover things to see and do in Moyagalpa.
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San Jorge
Known for Friendly people and Beaches
Explore San Jorge: its beaches and more!
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Stay near popular Rivas Department attractions

A coastal town with a statue on a hill overlooking a beach and a marina.

San Juan del Sur Beach

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If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, San Juan del Sur Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to San Juan del Sur. Discover the bars in this relaxing area or seek out the surfing spots.
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