San Sebastian Travel Guide
San José
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Multiplaza Mall Escazu
During your visit to San Rafael, you can enjoy retail therapy at Multiplaza Mall Escazu. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.
Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center during your visit to Pozos.
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.
Things to do
Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch
San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees
Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience
Top hotels in San Sebastian
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Excellent
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Need a sleep before or after the airport? This works perfectly well!
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Overall one of the best in the capital
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Great staff...courteous and helpful. We arrived very late and they were ready for us. Would certainly recommend them.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Barceló San José
Beautiful hotel, quick check with welcoming and friendly staff after a long flights. The room was spotless. Would definitely recommend
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
The breakfast was AMAZING. Hotel was clean. Great location. Lovely restaurants opposite.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Sebastian
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and Jade Museum 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.
San Francisco de Dos Rios
San Francisco de Dos Rios is well liked for its shopping. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater San José area, you might plan a trip to San Pedro Mall or National Museum of Costa Rica.
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.
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 Jade Museum.
