What to do in Puntarenas Province

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Jacó Beach

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Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Jacó Beach during your travels in Jacó? You can seek out the surfing spots and local tours in this relaxing area.
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Where to stay in Puntarenas Province

Find the best Puntarenas Province areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Manuel Antonio

The stunning beaches and idyllic natural landscape are just a few highlights of Manuel Antonio. Make a stop by Cascada El Salto or Biesanz Beach while you're exploring the area.

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El Cerro

If you're spending some time in El Cerro, Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Rancho Tipico don Juan are top sights worth seeing.

Puerto Viejo

While Puerto Viejo isn't home to many top sights, Playa Coronado and Playa Torres are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Valle Pura Vida

Valle Pura Vida might not have many top sights, but Cascada El Salto and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Hermosa Hills

When in Hermosa Hills, you can plan a visit to Hermosa Beach and Jacó Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Day trip destinations from Puntarenas Province

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Curu

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Herradura

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Los Angeles Chires

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Jacó

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Bejuco

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Paquera

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