5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Beautiful, friendly city. I could totally live there.
San José
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Where to stay in San José
La California
4/5(25 area reviews)
Check out the restaurants, shopping, and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater.
Barrio Escalante
5/5(2 area reviews)
Barrio Escalante might not have many top sights, but San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
La Sabana
If you're spending some time in La Sabana, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.
Hospital
4/5(67 area reviews)
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Ciudad Cariari
Ciudad Cariari is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cariari Golf Course and Cariari Bowling Center while you're in town.
Carmen
If you're spending some time in Carmen, Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture are top sights worth seeing.
Barceló San José
Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
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Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Autopista General Canas La Asunción Heredia
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Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
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Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
East side of Costa Rica Country Club San Rafael
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Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
300 meters north ICE building San José San Jose
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BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
San José, Barrio Escalante. San José San José
Stay at this apartment in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
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Popular places to visit
Sabana Park
Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene.
National Stadium of Costa Rica
Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
$99
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
$55
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
$86
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
$159
per adult
92% 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
Reviews of San José
4
Top Destination
2/5 - Disappointing
Verified traveler
The place has little charm and horrible traffic, but there is a much better chance you can find what you're looking for (from a consumer perspective) than in any other part of the country, IF you know where to look
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
safe,. very friendly people, many english speakers and helpful with my spanish, good mix of stores and especially great food, good prices. great park for walking. no major freakouts re; corona virus.great dental work@ 1/3 u.s. price!! dr bonilla.
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
is a city like many others good with bad
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
A generally shabby, very noisy town with precious few architectural attractions blessed by extremely friendly people, at least if one speaks Spanish, its 1,100-metre altitude and mountain surroundings (although these are, sadly, all-but-denuded).
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
the city itself was not that great. we went to other areas away from San Jose.
Other places like San José
- Sabana Park
- Multiplaza Mall Escazu
- National Stadium of Costa Rica
- Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu
- Parque Viva
- Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
- Plaza Real Cariari
- Central Park
- Costa Rica Convention Center
- Momentum Lindora Shopping Center
- Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center
- Mercado Central
- Estadio Nacional
- Hacienda Alsacia
- Museum of Costa Rican Art
- National Museum of Costa Rica
- National Theater
- Hospital Cima San José
- City Mall
- Juan Santamaría Park
- San Pedro Mall
- Morazan Park
- Clinica Biblica Hospital
- University of Costa Rica
- Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital
- Alajuela Cathedral
- Ojo de Agua Spa Park
- Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto
- Pedregal Event Center
- Spirogyra Butterfly Garden
- Oxígeno Human Playground
- Doka Estate