El Ciprés Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Central Park
You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening in Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
National Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
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 fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
National Theater
You can make plans for a show at National Theater on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Hacienda Alsacia
Enjoy an outing to Hacienda Alsacia during your stay in San Isidro.
Activities
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
Half-Day San Jose Evening Bus Tour with Dinner and Pickup
San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets
Skip the Line:Day Ticket-La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
One Day Tour 2 Activities to choose (Zipline, ATV and more) from San Jose
Our pick of the best El Ciprés Hotel Deals
Barceló San José
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
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Other neighbourhoods around El Ciprés
Santa Teresa
While there might not be top attractions in Santa Teresa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Spirogyra Butterfly Garden and Mercado Central.
Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture.
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.
Barrio Dent
Barrio Dent is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica if you have time to explore the area.
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 Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.
Merced
If you're spending some time in Merced, Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón are top sights worth seeing.