Popular places to visit
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.
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.
National Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
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 fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
National Theater
You can make plans for a show at National Theater on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Hacienda Alsacia
Enjoy an outing to Hacienda Alsacia during your stay in San Isidro.
Things to do
Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch
Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
Half-Day San Jose Evening Bus Tour with Dinner and Pickup
Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience
Top hotels in Zapote
Barceló San José
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zapote
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.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture.
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 and Plaza de la Cultura, a few notable attractions nearby.
San Sebastian
When in San Sebastian, you can plan a visit to San Jose Cathedral and Central Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.