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Things to Do in San Jose in 2025 - Top Attractions, Local Food, Hotels & Travel Tips (Updated July 2025) | Trip.com
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What to Do
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National Museum of Costa Rica
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"Museums"
National Theater of Costa Rica
5.2
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"Historic buildings"
"Performances"
Central Avenue
4.9
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La Sabana Park
4.5
5.0
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Pre-Columbian Gold Museum
4.3
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"Museums"
Metropolitan Cathedral of St. Joseph of Costa Rica
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"Historic buildings"
Chinatown
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Parque Nacional Braulio Carrillo
3.9
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"Natural scenery"
Parque Diversiones
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"Amusement parks"
Plaza de la Cultura
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Where to Stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in San Jose, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
4.5
/5
110 Reviews
Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
4.6
/5
114 Reviews
City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
4.2
/5
118 Reviews
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
4.7
/5
125 Reviews
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
4.2
/5
41 Reviews
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
3.9
/5
119 Reviews
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
4.4
/5
132 Reviews
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum Costa Rica by IHG
4.3
/5
55 Reviews
Hilton San Jose la Sabana
4.6
/5
123 Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
4.2
/5
106 Reviews
Apartotel Tairona
4.4
/5
46 Reviews
Radisson San Jose Costa Rica
4.5
/5
67 Reviews
What to Eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top San Jose dishes and foodie spots.
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The Cloud
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Isolina
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"Latin American"
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Azotea Calle 7
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Restaurante Silvestre
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Avg. AUD55/person
"Latin American"
Fuji
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"Japanese"
The Living Bean
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Tenedor Argentino
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"Western-style"
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Tin Jo
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La Esquina de Buenos Aires
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Caferos Café
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Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Resorts Collection
9.8
/5
43 Reviews
Laloon Luxury Suites - Adults Only
9.8
/5
45 Reviews
Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica
9.5
/5
67 Reviews
Reserva Conchal Beach Resort, Golf & Spa
8.8
/5
17 Reviews
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Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
8.8
/5
115 Reviews
Los Altos Resort
9.2
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68 Reviews
Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort Member of the Cayuga Collection
9.5
/5
58 Reviews
Hotel Villa Caletas
9.1
/5
61 Reviews
The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal
9.6
/5
102 Reviews
Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica
8.9
/5
86 Reviews
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica Resort
8.3
/5
99 Reviews
Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica
9.5
/5
67 Reviews
Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only
9.4
/5
58 Reviews
W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal
9.0
/5
90 Reviews
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InterContinental Hotels Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall
8.5
/5
80 Reviews
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
8.8
/5
115 Reviews
The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa
9.6
/5
49 Reviews
Los Altos Resort
9.2
/5
68 Reviews
Makanda by the Sea Hotel Adults Only
9.2
/5
82 Reviews
Hotel Villa Caletas
9.1
/5
61 Reviews
Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort
8.8
/5
102 Reviews
Vista Celestial
10.0
/5
43 Reviews
Nayara Gardens
9.7
/5
76 Reviews
Nayara Springs - Adults Only
9.8
/5
100 Reviews
Amor Arenal Adults Friendly
9.7
/5
104 Reviews
The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal
9.6
/5
102 Reviews
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AC Hotel San Jose Escazu
8.7
/5
103 Reviews
Hyatt Centric San Jose Escazu
9.4
/5
55 Reviews
Alta Las Palomas
8.7
/5
92 Reviews
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cariari San Jose - Costa Rica
8.5
/5
114 Reviews
Hotel Villa Los Candiles
9.0
/5
48 Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
9.1
/5
110 Reviews
AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
9.0
/5
104 Reviews
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
8.8
/5
132 Reviews
Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Farm and Inn
9.6
/5
41 Reviews
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
9.4
/5
125 Reviews
Ecolirios Hotel Boutique & Villas
9.3
/5
53 Reviews
Hotel Casa Turire
8.5
/5
50 Reviews
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Popular Types of Attractions in San Jose
Nature and wildlife
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Natural scenery
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Beaches and shores
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Mountain climbing
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Cultural institutions
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Museums
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Themed exhibition halls
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Historical attractions
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Spa/massage
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Farms and pastures
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Camping and campsites
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Cycling
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Night view
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Water sports
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Parks
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Skybound experiences
Popular Attractions in San Jose
Parque Rohrmoser
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Rutas Naturbanas - Banco Central
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Estatua de León Cortés Castro
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Planché de Parque El Pase
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Urbanización Crystal Park
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Plaza Valencia
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Urbanizacion Lomas
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Jeannina Blanco Fine Art
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Salón de la Fama del Deporte Costarricense
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Numismatic Museum
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PARQUEO PUBLICO K2
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Skatepark Lomas
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República De El Salvador Park
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El Muñeco de San Antonio
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Children's Museum
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Iglesia de Santa Rosa
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Caribe Park
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Museo Calderón
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Bolivar Park
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Dog park - Sábana Sur
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Arte Latino
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Parque Nacional Braulio Carrillo
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Ancianos Park
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Tiradentes Park
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Gran Logia (Masónica) de Costa Rica
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Despacio
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El Bosque Park
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Museo Penitenciario
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Astro
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Skatepark -214-
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The Cloud
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Doma Escalante
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Isolina
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Azotea Calle 7
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Restaurante Silvestre
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The Living Bean
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Fuji
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Park Cafe
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La Terrasse French Cuisine
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Cafe Mundo
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La Flor de Loto
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La Gauchada
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Matsuri Sabana
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Maza Bistro
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Colonia Tovar Arepas & Bar
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La Uvita Perdida
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Bar Rest. Malibu (Theo's)
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Caferos Café
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Cafe-Te-Ria
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Hierbabuena
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Il Padrino
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Restaurante Kalu
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Tenedor Argentino
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El Gaff
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El Garaje de Brosed
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Green Vurgers
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Kioto
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El Palo e la Bruja
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Popular Trip Moments
[Central Market | A local market where food and culture of San Jose, Costa Rica come together]
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[Arco del Barrio Chino | The iconic gate of San Jose Chinatown]
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[National Theatre of Costa Rica | Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica]
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[Plaza de la Cultura | Cultural Square in San Jose, Costa Rica]
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1 Day Itinerary in San Jose
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Butterfly
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Costa Rica, the happiest country in the world
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This hotel was fantastic, and my stay was very comfortable.
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My boyfriend chooses this hotel every time he comes, and it's absolutely fantastic.
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San Jose, Costa Rica
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Skip the Line:Day Ticket-La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
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Night Tour
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ATV Waterfall & Organic Coffee Farm with Lunch
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Palo Verde Natural Park Boat Tour
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La Leona Waterfall Hike
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