Carmen Travel Guide
San José
Popular places to visit
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.
Parque Espana
After visiting Parque Espana, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Edificio Metálico
You can learn about the history of San José with a visit to Edificio Metálico. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
National Park
After visiting National Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Asamblea Legislativa
You can learn about the history of San José with a visit to Asamblea Legislativa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Casa Amarilla
You can learn about the history of San José with a visit to Casa Amarilla. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries 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
Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
Top hotels in Carmen
Hotel Castillo
"Rooms needs to be updated, the ambiance was horrible and food was subpar."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
Taormina Hotel and Casino
"Great place; clean, well mgt. & courteous"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Santo Tomas Hotel
"What a great experience overall! My partner and I spent a week in the hotel, and it was wonderful. The staff were all super friendly and attentive, and the owner, Thomas, circulated throughout the property, greeting and chatting with regulars and newbies like us alike and making us feel right at ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
"The calm quiet was especially enjoyable and the location was excellent. There were inconveniences with respect to the amenities that were not resolved before my stay was over."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hotel Cultura Plaza
"We were disappointed when asked to pay for a face towel with a small food stain. The staff insisted on payment despite our decline. Furthermore, the air conditioning was not cooling adequately, the food lacked flavor, and the staff's service was unhelpful."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Carmen
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.
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 Casa Amarilla.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
Chinatown
The restaurants and museums are a few reasons travellers visit Chinatown. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit National Theater of Costa Rica and Plaza de la Cultura, a few notable attractions nearby.
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.
Santa Teresa
While there might not be top attractions in Santa Teresa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casa Amarilla and Mercado Central.
