San José Travel Guide

San José

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Things to do



Where to stay in San José

Find the best San José 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 Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.

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.

Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Melico Salazar Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

La Sabana

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

Merced

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



San José Travel Guide