Carmen Travel Guide
San José
Popular places to visit
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.
Parque Espana
After visiting Parque Espana, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
National Park
After visiting National Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital
If Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of San José.
Casa Amarilla
You can learn about the history of San José with a visit to Casa Amarilla. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
National Center of Art and Culture
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Center of Art and Culture in San José. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose
From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch
Top hotels in Carmen
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Clean room very nice staff. Breakfast was not great but overall a very nice stay
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
We had a early flight so the price was good. the only issue is the noise. but with any hotel in a big city you will have noise.
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
Taormina Hotel and Casino
Loved it
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Wonderful stay
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Santo Tomas Hotel
Another Wonderful stay at Hotel Santos Thomas-they even helped us get the tv to English and the complimentary breakfasts are Amazing-Thanks again Everyone!
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
Hotel Cultura Plaza
El hotel es súper céntrico. Accesible a todas partes del centro. Lo recomiendo 100 por ciento
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Carmen
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.
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.
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.
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.
