4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
I like it that it was close to the airport
Alajuela
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Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Radial Francisco J. Orlich, Alajuela
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Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Francisco J. Orlich Road Alajuela Alajuela
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Popular places to visit
Central Park
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.
Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening at Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
National Museum of Costa Rica
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 Theater
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.
Mercado Central
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.
Hacienda Alsacia
Enjoy an outing to Hacienda Alsacia during your stay in San Isidro.
Things to do
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
$159
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
$110
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees
$35
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
$96
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour
$80
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Alajuela
3.9
Guest rating
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
When we went to Central Park, people were dancing to live local music. It was really cute
4/5 - Good
Day
Alajuela itself was merely a jumping off spot for us, because our flights from and to NYC were late in the day. What made it special was Villa San Ignacio - lovely, restful surroundings and probably best meals of our entire trip.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Alajuela it is the best place to visit and stay in Costa Rica ,it is safe and beautiful .
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
We didn't really see any of the city - just drove through to get from Jaco to the hotel/airport.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
If your from the states it’s not exactly your idea of a “gated community” but the whole country is that way we were fine visiting local stores and even shut down the local bar one night ( my Spanish is beyond weak) and found it to be a great experien
- City Mall
- Juan Santamaría Park
- Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto
- Alajuela Cathedral
- Plaza Real Alajuela
- Central Market Alajuela
- Central Park
- Juan Santamaria Historical Museum
- Iglesia La Agonía
- National Stadium of Costa Rica
- Multiplaza Mall Escazu
- Sabana Park
- Poás Volcano National Park
- Braulio Carrillo National Park
- Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center
- Central Park
- Parque Viva
- Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
- Momentum Lindora Shopping Center
- Costa Rica Convention Center
- National Museum of Costa Rica
- Estadio Nacional
- Plaza Real Cariari
- National Theater
- Mercado Central
- Hacienda Alsacia
- Hospital Cima San José
- University of Costa Rica
- Museum of Costa Rican Art
- San Pedro Mall
- Catarata del Toro