La Guaria Travel Guide

San José

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 fascinating museums 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 entertainment choices 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

฿2,804
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
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
ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ

ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ

฿4,302
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ
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 La Guaria

Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose
The price is ฿2,295 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
฿2,295
฿2,594 total
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,738 reviews)
"The staff were respectful and attentive."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Barceló San José
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd, Rio Segundo
The price is ฿3,718 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
฿3,718
฿4,201 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,341 reviews)
"The staff were all very friendly and helpful. Overall the hotel and property was nice, the only thing that we didn’t like is the rooms had a strong odor when we walked in, smelled like wet dog or something. It helped when we turned the AC unit on, but if we left it off the wet dog amall"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

4.5 out of 5
700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest, La Asunción, Heredia
The price is ฿4,828 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿4,828
฿5,456 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in La Asunción. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Amazing, everything about this property is beautiful. I’ll be visiting them again soon"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
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 ฿2,699 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,699
฿3,050 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (2,707 reviews)
"Airport shuttle service was excellent, nice clean pool and clean room, good breakfast"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
Central & Second Ave, between 1 & 3, San José
The price is ฿3,829 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿3,829
฿4,326 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (665 reviews)
"Clean room, easily place for walk and take museums close to hotel"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
1 Km E from Juan SantaMaria Airport, Rio Segundo, Alajuela
The price is ฿3,571 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿3,571
฿4,035 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,505 reviews)
"Continental breakfast was one of the best we have had at a hotel, for that price!"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around La Guaria

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Agonía

While visiting Agonía, you might make a stop by sights like Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum.

Agonía
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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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Ciudad Cariari

Ciudad Cariari is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cariari Golf Course or Cariari Bowling Center.

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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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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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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