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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
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"Historic buildings"
"Performances"
Central Avenue
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La Sabana Park
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Pre-Columbian Gold Museum
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Metropolitan Cathedral of St. Joseph of Costa Rica
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"Historic buildings"
Rels B - A New Star World Tour 2025
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"Concerts"
Chinatown
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Parque Nacional Braulio Carrillo
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"Natural scenery"
Parque Diversiones
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"Amusement parks"
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
119 Reviews
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
4.7
/5
125 Reviews
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
4.2
/5
43 Reviews
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
3.9
/5
119 Reviews
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum Costa Rica by IHG
4.3
/5
52 Reviews
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
4.4
/5
133 Reviews
Hilton San Jose la Sabana
4.6
/5
123 Reviews
Crowne Plaza San Jose la Sabana
4.2
/5
121 Reviews
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
4.0
/5
104 Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
4.2
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106 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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Azotea Calle 7
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Restaurante Silvestre
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Fuji
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The Living Bean
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Tenedor Argentino
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La Esquina de Buenos Aires
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Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Resorts Collection
9.8
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43 Reviews
Laloon Luxury Suites - Adults Only
9.8
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44 Reviews
Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica
9.5
/5
66 Reviews
Reserva Conchal Beach Resort, Golf & Spa
8.8
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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
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61 Reviews
The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal
9.6
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102 Reviews
Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica
8.9
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87 Reviews
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica Resort
8.2
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102 Reviews
Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica
9.5
/5
66 Reviews
Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only
9.4
/5
60 Reviews
W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal
9.0
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88 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
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115 Reviews
The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa
9.6
/5
49 Reviews
Los Altos Resort
9.2
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68 Reviews
Makanda by the Sea Hotel Adults Only
9.2
/5
81 Reviews
Hotel Villa Caletas
9.1
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61 Reviews
Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort
8.8
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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
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104 Reviews
The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal
9.6
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102 Reviews
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AC Hotel San Jose Escazu
8.8
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103 Reviews
Hyatt Centric San Jose Escazu
9.4
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53 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
46 Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
9.1
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110 Reviews
AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
9.0
/5
104 Reviews
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
8.9
/5
133 Reviews
Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Farm and Inn
9.6
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42 Reviews
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
9.4
/5
125 Reviews
Ecolirios Hotel Boutique & Villas
9.3
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53 Reviews
Hotel Casa Turire
8.5
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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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Farms and pastures
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Cycling
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Water sports
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Parks
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Planché de Parque El Pase
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San Marino Park
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Patos Park
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Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez
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Iron Bull Crossfit
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Grupo ICE's Museum of History and Technology
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Turu Ba Ri Tropical Park
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LALALAND
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Gran Logia (Masónica) de Costa Rica
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Teatro Lucho Barahona
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Cine Magaly
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Jurassic World
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La Montañita
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El Tablao Flamenco
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Recreativo de Pavas Park
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Emanuel Baptist Church
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Cancha De Basque - Los Leones Rohrmoser Park
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Iglesia Luterana Andar en Comunidad
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Green Fair Aranjuez
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Iglesia Bíblica Bautista
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Downtown Yoga - Single Day Classes
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Corredor Biológico río María Aguilar
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Plaza Barrio El Imperio
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Museo Penitenciario
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Coffee Park
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Pink Panther Club
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Museo de Arte y Deseno Contemprorano
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Infantil Urb. Monaco Park
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MADC
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El planche
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Azotea Calle 7
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The Living Bean
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Fuji
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Cafe Mundo
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La Flor de Loto
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La Gauchada
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Park Cafe
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La Terrasse French Cuisine
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Matsuri Sabana
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Maza Bistro
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La Uvita Perdida
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Bar Rest. Malibu (Theo's)
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Colonia Tovar Arepas & Bar
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Caferos Café
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Cafe-Te-Ria
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Hierbabuena
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Restaurante Kalu
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Il Padrino
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Tenedor Argentino
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El Gaff
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[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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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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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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Britt Coffee Tour from San José
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Canopy (Zip Line) - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo
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San Jose Airport to La Fortuna Private VIP Transfer
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Night Tour
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Palo Verde Boat Tours, Ortega
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Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Drake Bay as seen on National Geographic
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ATV Waterfall & Organic Coffee Farm with Lunch
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San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour
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La Leona Waterfall
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