Catarina is famous for the view of the majestic Apoyo Lake, the largest and deepest caldera of Nicaragua. From the lookout point you can see as far as Granada, Lake Nicaragua and Mombacho. Its people are dedicated to all different kind of economic activities, including agriculture, sales of ornamental plants, handmade crafts and lately tourism.

Strolling through the town, you will find plant nurseries where the locals buy their ornamental plants including all different types of orchids, palms, heliconias, cactus, frangipanis, jasmines, etc. Besides fruits and plants the inhabitants of Catarina produce furniture, bamboo products including baskets and lamps and ceramic work.

The town has also become a very popular weekend getaway for many Nicaraguan families, who cheerfully spend some time either tasting typical food, listening to marimba music, riding horses or just enjoying the view of the Apoyo Lake.