Barrio Escalante Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Barrio Escalante
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
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
San Jose By Night: Farm to Table Dinner, Cooking & Cocktail Class
Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience
San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour
Our pick of the best Barrio Escalante Hotel Deals
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
Excelente
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
Barceló San José
It's not free, Hotel. Com charger $15.00 per room par day
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Nice
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
We love this hotel, shuttle works well, both ways. They will hold your luggage. Comfortable beds, beautiful grounds. We were leaving too early for the free breakfast so they made us to-go sack meals!. We will stay again if in the area.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Front desk staff, bellhops, waiters, bartenders, and concierge services were friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Fantastic stay as always at one of Costa Rica’s most iconic resorts! If you need to stay close to San José or are looking for a truly special place to host an event, it really doesn’t get much better than the Marriott Hacienda Belén. The resort blends classic hacienda architecture with modern luxury, ...
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio Escalante
Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Asamblea Legislativa 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 Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.
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.
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.
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.
