Barrio Dent Travel Guide
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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 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.

Mercado Central
During your trip to San José, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mercado Central. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.

Hacienda Alsacia
Enjoy an outing to Hacienda Alsacia during your stay in San Isidro.

National Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Activities

Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience

Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose

San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour

San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

Doka, Grecia & Sarchi Oxcart Factories and stores From San Jose

San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets
Our pick of the best Barrio Dent Hotel Deals

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
very
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Courteous staff, very clean room and well maintained property.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025

Barceló San José
Had a good stay. Buffet was ok, close enough to San Jose, very clean, will stay again
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Amazing everything
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Excelente instalaciones el personal muy amable
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
We only overnighted due to an early morning flight. Shuttle was ready and got us to the airport on time.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio Dent

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.

Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture.

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.

Zapote
Though Zapote may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Pedro Mall and Multiplaza del Este Mall.

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 are top sights worth seeing.
