San Sebastian 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.
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 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.
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 acclaimed art galleries 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
Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
Skip the Line:Day Ticket-La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
Top hotels in San Sebastian
Barceló San José
The hotel airport shuttle operates only 2 hourly which is hopeless. A taxi from the airport costs c.$40 and so bear this in mind if choosing this hotel based on cost. When we stayed, live music played from 9 pm until midnight which was incredibly loud. All lyrics could be heard in our room which ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
We got in late and had a long stressful day and were hoping to have a drink. The bar was about to close but the bartender kept it open just for us so we were able to have a couple of beers to help decompress. The breakfast was wonderful!!!
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Everything good, thank you
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Breakfast was amazing!
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Nice place
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Sebastian
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.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Hatillo
Hatillo might not have many top sights, but Sabana Park and Museum of Costa Rican Art are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Zapote
Though Zapote may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Pedro Mall and Multiplaza del Este Mall.
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.
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 National Theater of Costa Rica.
