Carmen Travel Guide

San José

A historic building with arched windows and a balcony, surrounded by well-maintained hedges.
A night-time view of a classical-style pavilion with a domed ceiling and four columns.
A historic building with ornate architecture, a balcony, and a street lamp.
A multi-story building with a curved facade, large windows, and a balcony.
A historic building with ornate architectural details, including arched windows and decorative moldings.

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A gazebo with a dome roof surrounded by trees and a park.

Morazan Park

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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.
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Things to do

Day trip Tortuga Island - From San José

Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José

฿3,252
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

฿2,825
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

฿1,817
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour

San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour

฿977
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting

Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting

฿1,150
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
Irazú Volcano Half DayTrip

Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica

฿3,142
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
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Where to stay in Carmen

Find the best Carmen areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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 Center of Art and Culture.

A cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, a mix of residential and commercial buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

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 Center of Art and Culture.

A large stadium with a metal framework and rows of seats.
Photo by Garrett Britton
Open Photo by Garrett Britton

La Sabana

While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

A church with a tall spire and a clock tower.
Photo by Adrian Damian
Open Photo by Adrian Damian

Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.

A volcanic landscape with a prominent geyser, rugged terrain, and distant mountains.

Ciudad Cariari

Ciudad Cariari is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cariari Golf Course or Cariari Bowling Center.

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