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San José

Popular places to visit

San Jose featuring forests and mountains

Central Park

4/5(1 review)

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
National Museum of Costa Rica

National Museum of Costa Rica

3.5/5(4 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

National Museum of Costa Rica
Parque Viva

Parque Viva

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

Parque Viva
National Theater

National Theater

4/5(8 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at National Theater on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

National Theater
Morazan Park

Morazan Park

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Morazan Park, a lovely green space in San José. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Morazan Park
Mercado Central

Mercado Central

3/5(2 reviews)

During your trip to San José, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mercado Central. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.

Mercado Central

Things to do

Day trip Tortuga Island - From San José

Day trip Tortuga Island - From San José

RM488
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Day trip Tortuga Island - From San José
Arenal Volcano Experience Day Trip

Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose

RM706
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

RM382
per adult
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
Open-Air Rainforest Gondola Flight

Rainforest Adventures in Costa Rica Aerial Tram Tour Braulio Carrillo

RM328
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Rainforest Adventures in Costa Rica Aerial Tram Tour Braulio Carrillo
Irazú Volcano Half DayTrip

Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica

RM424
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
Monkey Tour With Local Cuisine

Monkey Tour With Local Cuisine

RM355
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Monkey Tour With Local Cuisine
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Top hotels in La California

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 RM410 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
RM410
RM463 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
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! (2,098 reviews)
"Shuttle service is needed 4 airport more than they offered time wise. They are further away from the airport than realized, when booking"

Reviewed on 20 Feb 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 RM534 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
RM534
RM603 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Bad area of san jose"

Reviewed on 20 Feb 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM438 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
RM438
RM495 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
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! (1,527 reviews)
"We booked a night here to be close to the airport for an early morning flight. It was a lovely hotel with lots to do! We could have happily spent a few more days here. Check in was fast and friendly, the room was perfect and clean. There were food options, a pool, casino and even a place we could ..."

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2025

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
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 RM688 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
RM688
RM777 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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! (2,273 reviews)
"Very convenient to SJO with shuttle to and from. Room was quiet despite airport proximity. Breakfast included."

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2025

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Irazu Hotel & Studios
Irazu Hotel & Studios
3.5 out of 5
General Canas Hwy KM3, San José, San Jose
The price is RM354 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
RM354
RM400 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Muy recomendado
"El hotel se encuentra en una ubicación muy favorable, cerca del aeropuerto y del centro de la capital, cuenta con piscina y habitaciones con vista a ellas, tiene gym full equipado y restaurante 24/7 con Dennis, así como otros restaurantes dentro del mismo lugar, las habitaciones son muy cómodas, ..."

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2025

Irazu Hotel & Studios
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 RM1,162 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
RM1,162
RM1,313 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay staff were amazing but guests were so so so loud. We got woken up multiple times throughout the night from people in the halls."

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2025

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
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Other neighbourhoods around La California

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Carmen

While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Morazan Park and National Park.

Carmen
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Barrio Escalante

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit National Park and San Pedro Mall.

Barrio Escalante
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Chinatown

The restaurants and museums are a few reasons travellers visit Chinatown. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, 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

3/5(5 area reviews)

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

Amón
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Zapote

Though Zapote may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Pedro Mall and Multiplaza del Este Mall.

Zapote

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