Carmen Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Morazan Park
Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Parque Espana
After visiting Parque Espana, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
National Park
After visiting National Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Casa Amarilla
You can learn about the history of San José with a visit to Casa Amarilla. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
National Center of Art and Culture
Enjoy a stop at National Center of Art and Culture, an entertaining place to visit in San José. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Asamblea Legislativa
You can learn about the history of San José with a visit to Asamblea Legislativa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Activities
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets
Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience
Our pick of the best Carmen Hotel Deals
Taormina Hotel and Casino
When I checked in, I was advised not to walk outside alone after dark. It is just too dangerous., The glass doors going into the lobby were locked in the evening and early morning. After two days into a six day stay, I found that I was missing $400 in US Dollars and Costa Rican Colones from my room ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Every thing Excellent
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Santo Tomas Hotel
Winderful, and very helpful staff. Old, but charming property not in the best neighborhood of San José. Some amenities missing and difficult to provide to guests due to property's age. Not able to use the pool, gym, covered entertainment veranda, but were a nice addition.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
The place was very nice, they don’t have modern rooms tho
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
We love the Magnolias restaurant which is 24/7 the food is amazing The AC in the room is very loud though
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Clean room and helpful staff. Good breakfast.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Carmen
Barrio Escalante
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.
La California
Check out the restaurants, shopping and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater of Costa Rica.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Teresa
While there might not be top attractions in Santa Teresa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mercado Central and National Theater of Costa Rica.
Merced
If you're spending some time in Merced, Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón are top sights worth seeing.
