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SJDS Expat Guide: Places to Go + Things to Do

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Amazing Restaurants!

 
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Cool relaxed vibe, hands down the best food, one of our favorite spots to eat!
MACHETE MARKET CAFE, San Juan del Sur - 2025 Reviews & Info
 
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Healthy, high quality ingredients, worth a visit!
Ding Repair Cafe
 
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Great coffee, a tasty Nica bowl and wonderful staff.  One of our all time FAVS!!
Ride Nature Cafe
 
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Great food, great service, great location !
Dale Pues
 
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Don't miss the BEST curry dish with the most stunning beach front experience !
J' Kitchen
 
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The deaf staff are so kind and helpful~ The food is great.  A good option for when traveling into or away from town.
Nicafé

Things to do!

 
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One hundred stairs up to the most stunning view of San Juan bay! This is a must-visit spot if you are in town!
The Christ of Mercy Statue in Nicaragua
 
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Don't visit San Juan Del Sur without visiting this breathtaking turtle reserve. It is so incredible to see thousands of mama turtles lay their eggs or the adorable baby turtles scurry to the ocean!!!
LA FLOR BEACH NATURAL RESERVE (2025) All You MUST Know Before ...
 
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Such a FUN experience! Sail to a beautiful private beach to snorkel and paddle board.  The sunset is STUNNING from the boat ! We've even seen dolphins swim alongside the boat!
Nica Sail & Surf The Catamaran
 
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Fun for all ages !
Parque De Aventura San Juan Del Sur

BEACHES

 
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Super secluded beach, no bano, no food. Just sand, surf and sol ! One of our FAVS for sure !
Playa Yankee
 
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Another private beach with no bathrooms or restaurants.  Always a beautiful sunset.
Playa el Coco
 
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Some of the BEST surfing ! Rent boards, eat good food, explore, surf, in expensive hostels.  15 minute drive from town. Catch the beach bus ! A fav spot for many !
Playa Maderas
 
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Super close to town.  Good smoothie and food options. Rent boards, take surfing lessons.  Good spot to learn how to surf! Often a big crowd.
Playa Remanso