What to do in San José Province

Activities, attractions and tours

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A cityscape with a prominent stadium, modern skyscrapers, and lush green parks.
A historic building with statues and a fountain in front.
Teatro Nacional with classical architecture, a fountain, and a modern building in the background.
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Activities

San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour

San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour

AU$43
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

AU$123
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio

All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio

AU$123
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio
San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets

San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets

AU$54
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets
Jaco Horseback Riding Adventure Tours

Jaco Horseback Riding Adventure Tours

AU$92
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Jaco Horseback Riding Adventure Tours
Day Tour to Playa Fantasia on Sealounge Catamaran

Snorkeling Tour to Playa Fantasia on Sealounge Catamaran

AU$227
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Snorkeling Tour to Playa Fantasia on Sealounge Catamaran
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

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

AU$90
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Guided Horseback Riding Tours on Jacó Beach Costa Rica

Guided Horseback Riding Tours on Jacó Beach Costa Rica

AU$86
per adult
Guided Horseback Riding Tours on Jacó Beach Costa Rica
CR BEACH BARN- Horseback Riding On The gorgeous Beach

Horseback riding through the beaches of Esterillos near Jaco

AU$122
per adult
Horseback riding through the beaches of Esterillos near Jaco
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Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose

Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose

Activity duration is 14 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 211 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$236 per adult
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Braulio Carrillo National Park Aerial Tram Experience Pass

Braulio Carrillo National Park Aerial Tram Experience Pass

Activity duration is 2 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 34 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$111 per adult
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Braulio Carrillo National Park Aerial Tram Experience Pass

Braulio Carrillo National Park Aerial Tram Experience Pass

Activity duration is 2 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 34 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$111 per adult
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Arenal Volcano and Baldi Hot Spring

Arenal Volcano and Baldi Hot Spring

Activity duration is 10 hours
8.2 out of 10 with 17 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$290 per adult
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Sarapiqui River Rafting

Sarapiqui River Rafting

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$100 per adult
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What to do in San José Province

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Sabana Park

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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.
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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.

A cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, a mix of residential and commercial buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

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.

A church with a tall spire and a clock tower.
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Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Melico Salazar Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

A large stadium with a metal framework and rows of seats.
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Open Photo by Garrett Britton

La Sabana

While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

A historic building with arched windows and a balcony, surrounded by well-maintained hedges.

Carmen

While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and Asamblea Legislativa.

 

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Day trip destinations from San José Province

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Parrita

A beach with a sandy shore, calm water, and a backdrop of mountains and dense forest.

Bahía Ballena

A waterfall cascading over rocks in a forested area.

Los Angeles Chires

A mountainous landscape with scattered houses and dense forests.

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