Ciudad Cariari Travel Guide

San José

Photo by Jude Newkirk
Photo by Jude Newkirk

Popular places to visit

San Jose featuring forests and mountains

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.

Central Park
Parque Viva

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.

Parque Viva
National Museum of Costa Rica

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.

National Museum of Costa Rica
Morazan Park

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.

Morazan Park
National Theater

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.

National Theater
Hacienda Alsacia

Hacienda Alsacia

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

Hacienda Alsacia

Things to do

Day trip Tortuga Island - From San José

Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José

฿2,882
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
Arenal Volcano Experience Day Trip

Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose

฿5,208
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view, Lunch

From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch

฿4,201
per adult
From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch
Irazú Volcano Half DayTrip

Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica

฿3,132
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
Evening Tour Our Bus

Half-Day San Jose Evening Bus Tour with Dinner and Pickup

฿2,555
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Half-Day San Jose Evening Bus Tour with Dinner and Pickup
ASSISTTOURS

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

฿5,732
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience
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Top hotels in Ciudad Cariari

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

3.5 out of 5
Sobre Autopista General Cañas, Ulloa, Heredia
The price is ฿2,924 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿2,924
฿3,305 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,615 reviews)
"Amazing deal. Amazing breakfast!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

4 out of 5
Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio, San Antonio Belen Intersection, La Asunción
The price is ฿3,609 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
฿3,609
฿4,078 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"the rainforest look"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas, 3 Miles South of Intl Airport, La Asunción, Heredia
The price is ฿3,408 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
฿3,408
฿3,851 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,795 reviews)
"Hotel is ok. They need to offer other activities to do at the hotel. Restaurants around the hotel are not the best. Things at the store are overpriced. Hotel has potential but needs an update. Hotel breakfast is the same EVERYDAY! Not a lot of food options at the hotel. They should really update ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

3 out of 5
Diagonal a McDonalds, del Centro Comercial Real Cariari, Ulloa, Heredia
The price is ฿2,091 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
฿2,091
฿2,363 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The room was comfortable and the staff was friendly."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
Adventure Inn

Adventure Inn

3.5 out of 5
50m east from Los Arcos, Ulloa, Heredia
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (740 reviews)
"I love this place so much that I had to write them a review. And this is the first review I have ever written. The experience was great. The staff was very friendly and polite and were fluent in English so there was not a language barrier. The food in the restaurant was delicious. I recommend staying ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2025

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Adventure Inn
Alameda Cariari

Alameda Cariari

3 out of 5
175mts south from Hard Rock Cafe, Souvenirs La Campesina 175 mts west, La Asunción, Heredia
The price is ฿2,856 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿2,856
฿3,778 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (306 reviews)
"Great little boutique hotel, in a quiet location, close to the airport. Will stay here again!"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Alameda Cariari
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Other neighbourhoods around Ciudad Cariari

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Pavas

While Pavas isn't home to many top sights, Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Plaza Tempo are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pavas
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Cacique

4/5(5 area reviews)

Cacique might not have many top sights, but Ojo de Agua Spa Park and City Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cacique
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Rohrmoser

Though Rohrmoser may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Estadio Nacional and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

Rohrmoser
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Uruca

If you're spending some time in Uruca, Pueblo Antiguo and Amusement Park San Jose are top sights worth seeing.

Uruca
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Mata Redonda

While visiting Mata Redonda, you might make a stop by sights like National Stadium of Costa Rica and Estadio Nacional.

Mata Redonda
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La Sabana

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

La Sabana

Ciudad Cariari Travel Guide