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San José

Popular places to visit

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Central Park

4/5(115 reviews)

You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Central Park
Autódromo

Parque Viva

4/5(3 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.

Parque Viva
The latest war facility in Costa Rica, ironically where the army wa abolished in 1948. #sky #clouds

National Museum of Costa Rica

4.5/5(148 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.

National Museum of Costa Rica
Parque morazan

Morazan Park

4/5(153 reviews)

Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Morazan Park
National Theater

National Theater

4.5/5(313 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at National Theater during your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

National Theater
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Mercado Central

4/5(104 reviews)

During your trip to San José, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mercado Central. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area, or seek out the local tours.

Mercado Central

Things to do

Arenal Volcano Experience Day Trip

Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose

￥23,362
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
Full Day Poas Volcano, Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Tour

Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience

￥25,713
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience
Skip the Line:Day Ticket-La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge

Skip the Line:Day Ticket-La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge

￥8,966
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line:Day Ticket-La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
From Oaxaca City: Monte Alban Guided Archaeological Tour

Oaxaca City: Monte Alban Guided Archaeological Tour with transportation

￥4,928
per adult
Oaxaca City: Monte Alban Guided Archaeological Tour with transportation
Evening Tour Our Bus

Half-Day San Jose Evening Bus Tour with Dinner and Pickup

￥11,461
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Half-Day San Jose Evening Bus Tour with Dinner and Pickup
Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose

Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose

￥5,435
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose
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La California Hotel Deals

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
3.5 out of 5
Sobre Autopista General Cañas, Ulloa, Heredia
The price is ￥13,180 per night from May 3 to May 4
￥13,180
￥14,893 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,278 reviews)
"Great staff."

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
4 out of 5
Calle Central y Tercera Av. 15, Calle Blancos, San Francisco, San Jose
The price is ￥16,493 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
￥16,493
￥18,637 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2025

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas, 3 Miles South of Intl Airport, La Asunción, Heredia
The price is ￥13,222 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
￥13,222
￥14,941 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,691 reviews)
Great stay
"The Wyndham is a clean comfortable hotel with a great pool, bar and 3 restaurants"

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2025

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
4.5 out of 5
700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest, La Asunción, Heredia
The price is ￥27,156 per night from May 3 to May 4
￥27,156
￥30,686 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4
Book a stay at this spa resort in La Asunción. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great facility and charming historical hotel"

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2025

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd, Rio Segundo
The price is ￥19,691 per night from May 21 to May 22
￥19,691
￥22,251 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,268 reviews)
Hotel very near to Airport
"The kingsize room was excellent, clean, comfortable and spacious. Coffee making facility and complimentary water. Unfortunately, the room wasnt very sound proof so we could hear for prolonged periods of time children screaming. Breakfast was a help yourself buffett, which was a 'free for all', not ..."

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2025

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 out of 5
Francisco J. Orlich Road, Alajuela, Alajuela
The price is ￥19,237 per night from May 21 to May 22
￥19,237
￥21,738 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,088 reviews)
"Great staff"

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
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Carmen

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5/5(2 area reviews)

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Chinatown

3.5/5(7 area reviews)

The restaurants and museums are a few reasons travelers visit Chinatown. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit National Theater and Plaza de la Cultura, a few notable attractions nearby.

Chinatown
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Catedral

If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Catedral
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Amón

4/5(73 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.

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Santa Teresa

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santa Teresa and surrounding area, you can visit Spirogyra Butterfly Garden and Mercado Central.

Santa Teresa

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