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

4/5(1 review)

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

3.5/5(4 reviews)

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

4/5(1 review)

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

4/5(8 reviews)

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

฿2,804
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

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

฿1,636
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
San joseby night tour : food and culture tour

San Jose By Night tour Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class

฿1,880
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Jose By Night tour Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class
Irazú Volcano Half DayTrip

Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica

฿3,047
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour

San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour

฿1,083
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour
Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose

Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose

฿1,242
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose
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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 ฿2,703 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,703
per night
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (2,713 reviews)
"Good customer service"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 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 ฿3,372 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿3,372
per night
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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! (1,003 reviews)
"A lovely hotel near the airport with a beautiful pool area. We had difficulty accessing WiFi on our iPhones, but the front desk staff were incredibly helpful and got us connected. We were a bit disappointed with the quality of the food in the restaurant, but our standard king bed room was spacious ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 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 ฿3,208 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
฿3,208
per night
8 Oct - 9 Oct
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! (1,792 reviews)
"Very clean room, very satisfying!"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 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 ฿2,280 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿2,280
per night
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, great breakfast, good price, and close to the airport ."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 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! (747 reviews)
"Paula at the front desk was wonderful and very helpful! Our room was spotless clean and the food in the restaurant was delicious! The owner came out to meet us and I thanked him in person too! We will be back!"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 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 ฿3,602 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿3,602
per night
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (310 reviews)
Wonderful
"Absolutely beautiful hotel the only thing I would say needs improvment is to put up sound dampening stuff because you can hear everyone and would have liked the pool to be heated a little but the hotel is beautiful the staff was excellent the rooms are beautiful"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 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