Sector Central Travel Guide

San José

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

฿3,596
per adult
78% 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

฿1,679
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: Farm to Table Dinner, Cooking & Cocktail Class

฿1,543
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Jose By Night: Farm to Table Dinner, Cooking & Cocktail Class
Irazú Volcano Half DayTrip

Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica

฿3,126
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose

Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose

฿1,275
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose
ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ

ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ

฿4,413
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ
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Top hotels in Sector Central

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 ฿3,459 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
฿3,459
฿3,908 total
24 Oct - 25 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! (1,752 reviews)
"The hotel was picturesque. Has a botanical garden on the property. The premium floor is worth it."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 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 ฿3,769 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿3,769
฿4,259 total
26 Oct - 27 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! (2,335 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
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 ฿2,736 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,736
฿3,091 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! (2,740 reviews)
"COmo siempre muy buena atencion y comida, lo unico es que el tv por cable muy mala señal, no se veia nada"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 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 ฿4,020 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿4,020
฿4,542 total
25 Oct - 26 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! (680 reviews)
"The hotel was great. Outside the hotel didn’t feel safe. The tour we took was good."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
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 ฿5,517 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿5,517
฿6,235 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Fantastic stay as always at one of Costa Rica’s most iconic resorts! If you need to stay close to San José or are looking for a truly special place to host an event, it really doesn’t get much better than the Marriott Hacienda Belén. The resort blends classic hacienda architecture with modern luxury, ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos, Radial Francisco J Orlich, Rio Segundo, Alajuela
The price is ฿4,439 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
฿4,439
฿5,016 total
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"Nice breakfast. A little pricey."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
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Other neighbourhoods around Sector Central

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Santa Teresa

While there might not be top attractions in Santa Teresa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Spirogyra Butterfly Garden and Mercado Central.

Santa Teresa
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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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Amón

3/5(5 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.

Amón
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Barrio Escalante

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.

Barrio Escalante
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Merced

If you're spending some time in Merced, Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón are top sights worth seeing.

Merced
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Carmen

While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture.

Carmen

Sector Central Travel Guide