Things to do in San José Province
Activities, attractions and tours
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Most popular experiences in San José Province
Private & custom tours
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Arenal Volcano and Baldi Hot Spring
Tours & day trips
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Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
Water activities
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Isla Tortuga All-inclusive Speedboat and Snorkelling from San Jose
Classes & workshops
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Monteverde: Coffee, Chocolate, and Sugar Cane Day Trip
Spa & wellness
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Arenal Volcano with Ecotermales Hot Springs From San José
What to do in San José Province
Popular places to visit
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Morazan Park
Explore the great outdoors at Morazan Park, a lovely green space in San José. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
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Nauyaca Waterfalls
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Nauyaca Waterfalls during your travels in Barú. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
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Mercado Central
During your trip to San José, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mercado Central. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.
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.
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.
Areas of San José Province
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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 Park or National Museum of Costa Rica.
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Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like National Park and Morazan Park.
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Barrio Escalante
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit National Park and San Pedro Mall.
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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.
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Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Chirripo National Park are top sights worth seeing.
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Mata Redonda
While visiting Mata Redonda, you might make a stop by sights like National Stadium of Costa Rica and Estadio Nacional.
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