Alajuela Province Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Poás is one of Costa Rica´s most active volcanoes, and the rain-fed sulphuric pool emits smoke and steam. The weather here can change in an instant, so make sure to take photos quickly if you have a clear view of the crater. 10 minutes after I took this photo, clouds and fog covered the area and completely obstructed the view.
Poás is one of Costa Rica´s most active volcanoes, and the rain-fed sulphuric pool emits smoke and steam. The weather here can change in an instant, so make sure to take photos quickly if you have a clear view of the crater. 10 minutes after I took this photo, clouds and fog covered the area and completely obstructed the view.
Life on the rain forest floor
Downtown La Fortuna with El Arenal volcano looming in the background
A lovely waterfall near Arenal Volcano. I skipped the volcano hike and rode a horse to this spot. #blue

Popular cities in Alajuela Province

La Fortuna
La Fortuna
Known for Volcano, Hot springs and Nature
Get away to tropical La Fortuna! Enjoy the volcanoes, hot springs and hiking.

Reasons to visit

  • Arenal Volcano
  • Tabacon Hot Springs
  • La Fortuna Waterfall
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Volcano Arenal in Central Costa Rica
Monterrey
Known for Dining, Volcano and Hot springs
Relaxing Monterrey is calling! Discover its volcanoes, hot springs, dining and more.
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Scenic view of the giant sloth viewpoint at San Isidro of Penas Blancas, Costa Rica
Peñas Blancas
Known for Relaxing, Hiking and Hot springs
Come to relaxing Peñas Blancas and enjoy its hiking, waterfalls and hot springs.
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That must be princess... #kidsfun #outdoor #familytrips
Bijagua
Known for Nature, Bird watching and Hiking
Get away to Bijagua! Enjoy the natural setting, hiking and gardens.
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Atenas Tree Summer nature rural mountain Landscape Costa Rica
Atenas
Known for Gardens, Coffee and Tours
Experience relaxing Atenas: its natural setting, baseball, ecotourism and more!
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Basil (or Jesus Christ lizard), on a branch over water
Jesús
Head to San Ramon Municipal Market and Parque Viva—just two of the sights around Jesús.
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