Chinatown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Sabana Park
Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
National Stadium of Costa Rica
Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour
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 Chinatown Hotel Deals
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Room was spacious. Comfortable bed.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Excellent. Great value for money. Clean and good location
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Barceló San José
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Very nice
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Rooms were clean and as advertised. The staff was super helpful.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Wonderful! Such a great stay. Safe. Great food! Staff is very hospitable and friendly!
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.
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 Casa Amarilla.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Casa Amarilla and Asamblea Legislativa.
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.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
