Santa Lucia Travel Guide
San José
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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.
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.
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.
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.
National Theater of Costa Rica
You can make plans for a show at National Theater of Costa Rica on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
Skip the Line:Day Ticket-La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
Top hotels in Santa Lucia
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
"Buen servicio, personal amable, buen ambiente."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
"Beautiful property! Very clean with helpful and friendly staff."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
"Uy buena atención"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
"Great and delicious breakfast, many options. Staff is wonderful and super helpful. Room was pretty clean except the fridge was very questionable with what looked like black mold? Not sure if it really was that but it looked that way. Didn't use the pool but was very clean when i walked by it. The ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
"Good choice"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
"Nice hotel with convenient central location, within walking distance from central San Jose. Large room and very friendly staff and particularly helpful concierge. Excellent breakfast."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Lucia
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.
Merced
If you're spending some time in Merced, Mercado Central and Children's Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica 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 Mercado Central and Plaza de la Cultura.
