Pacífico Travel Guide
San José
Popular places to visit
Sabana Park
Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
National Stadium of Costa Rica
Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
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.
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 Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Zip Line, Rappel, Hiking La Carpintera Tour in San Jose
Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose
Top hotels in Pacífico
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
This was not up to the standard of a Wyndham in general and certainly not what was advertised. There were no hot tubs. None of the restaurants were functional, and the place was extremely understaffed. The staff for room service was extremely overworked doing other hotel maintenance and therefore ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Barceló San José
Nuestra estancia fue muy buena, solo el transporte del aeropuerto no fue el planeado, el hotel aunque cuenta con transporte no va por los pasajeros si no te comunicas 72 horas antes de la llegada para que ellos se programen, en su defecto ellos te envían un transporte privado pero tú lo tienes que ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Clean property and welcoming staff.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Clean, Friendly, good breakfast
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
The airport shuttle was a bonus. We arrived too late for the free service but the hotel arranged for a taxi at a reasonable rate. Went smoothly. The pool area looked very nice but we didn’t have time to try it out.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Staff were excellent, unfortunately except for the coffee shop, we found the restaurant food very mundane and overpriced. Steak House and sushi restaurant offerings require some TLC
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pacífico
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and Jade Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
San Bosco
While San Bosco isn't home to many top sights, Museum of Costa Rican Art and Sabana Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
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 Jade Museum.
San Sebastian
When in San Sebastian, you can plan a visit to Central Park and National Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
