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National Museum of Costa Rica
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National Museum of Costa Rica

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National Museum of Costa Rica is located in the heart of San Jose, next to Plaza de la Democracia. The yellow fortress-like building is a piece of history in itself: the outer walls still bear bullet marks from the 1948 civil war. On December 1 of that same year, José Figueres Ferrer famously swung a sledgehammer against the western wall of the barracks to announce the abolition of the army. Later, the barracks were officially converted into a museum, transforming from a military fortress into a cultural space. The visit begins at the butterfly garden near the entrance. The central courtyard displays several Diquis stone spheres; these perfectly round prehistoric stone spheres are highly recognizable artifacts of Costa Rica, and their discovery sites were inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2014. The museum's exhibitions follow a chronological timeline: the Pre-Columbian hall uses hundreds of artifacts, such as pottery, jade carvings, and grinding stones, to tell the story of the life and beliefs of the inhabitants before the arrival of the Spanish; the Gold Hall displays animal-shaped gold ornaments and miniature shaman figures; the Colonial and Republican History halls use old photographs and artifacts to show how coffee, bananas, and the railway changed the country; in the exhibition area converted from old prison cells, graffiti carved by prisoners in the 1930s and 1940s still remains on the walls. After viewing the exhibitions, you might want to head to the second-floor terrace and the central courtyard to overlook downtown San Jose.San Jose · 9km from Heredia

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Britt Coffee Tour
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Farm to Table Cooking Class
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San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets
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Poas Coffee tour, La Paz Waterfall and Poas Volcano
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San Jose City Tour and central Market with local food
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Hacienda Alsacia Starbucks Coffe Tour
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Coffee, Chocolate and Sugarcane Tour La Fortuna
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Punta Arenas Audio Tour: City Wonders
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San José Highlights Audio Tour: Cultural Treasures and Historical Landmarks
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San José: Guided Historical & Cultural Walking Tour
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San José: Hacienda La Chimba Coffee Experience Tour
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Vista Los Sueños: Cacao Plantation & Chocolate Tasting
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Guided Walking Street Art & Graffiti Tour in Jaco Costa Rica
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Sarapiqui River Rafting
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Whitewater Rafting Savegre Class II-III plus Waterfall Manuel Antonio
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Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4 in Costa Rica
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7-Cable Zipline Adventure: Fly Over La Fortuna Waterfall
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Rafting Pacuare River One Day from Turrialba
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Canyoning in the Lost Canyon, Costa Rica
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1-day tour to Poas volcano + coffee farm + waterfall from San Jose, Costa Rica from 1 person
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ATV River, Beach, Jungle Adventure and Crocodiles Hotspot from San Jose
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La Fortuna: Hanging Bridges Guided Tour at Mistico Park
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Jacó: Rainforest Adventures Guided Aerial Tram Tour
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The overall environment is good, the facilities are complete, and it also meets the epidemic prevention standards. It's good

National Museum of Costa Rica

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Stepping into the marble hall of the Costa Rica National Theatre, I was immediately struck by the mural "A Harvest of Coffee and Bananas" on the ceiling—the smiles of the peasant women carrying fruit baskets on their heads made even the gilded crystal chandeliers seem humble. I discreetly touched the cracks in the red velvet seats; the pine frame from 1877 had been deliberately preserved during the renovation. During intermission, I slipped onto the terrace to watch a street performer dance reggae under the theatre's archway, his radio static clashing with the Mozart melodies drifting from inside the hall, echoing between the colonial-era columns. Most unforgettable was discovering a secret hidden in the orchestra pit floor: the conductor had each musician carve their initials, and a century later, those letters remained clear under the lights, like lingering echoes yet to be played.

National Theater of Costa Rica

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What are the must-do things in Heredia?

Don't miss these attractions in Heredia: National Museum of Costa Rica, National Theater of Costa Rica, and Central Avenue. If you like Food & drink, try Britt Coffee Tour. If you enjoy Culture & history, try Hacienda Alsacia Starbucks Coffe Tour.

You can give Britt Coffee Tour and Farm to Table Cooking Class a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include 1-day tour to Poas volcano + coffee farm + waterfall from San Jose, Costa Rica from 1 person, ATV River, Beach, Jungle Adventure and Crocodiles Hotspot from San Jose, and La Fortuna: Hanging Bridges Guided Tour at Mistico Park. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of 2 November 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Heredia is around AUD 72.76 – AUD 190.19. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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