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Smaller cities have an aura about them you won't find in their larger counterparts. Jot down all the fun and exciting things to do in Cartago before you head away so you can make the most of your escape. You'll soon learn that bigger doesn't always mean better!

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Number of things to do	16
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Cheapest thing to do	Entrance Ticket to the Farm of Hacienda Orosi
Top 5 things to do	Zip Line, Rappel, Hiking La Carpintera Tour in San Jose Enjoy a Full Day of Thermal Baths in Orosi Day Trip from San Jose to Irazu Volcano National Park, Cartago City and Oro... Cartago, Orosi Valley Tour Entrance Ticket to the Farm of Hacienda Orosi
Under $25	Entrance Ticket to the Farm of Hacienda Orosi Self-Guided Walk in the Iral Cloud Forest Trails
With kids	Zip Line, Rappel, Hiking La Carpintera Tour in San Jose Enjoy a Full Day of Thermal Baths in Orosi Entrance Ticket to the Farm of Hacienda Orosi Orosi Valley & Lankester Garden Day Tour From San Jose Irazú Volcano National Park (Half Day)

What to do in Cartago

Free Things to Do in Cartago

Leave your wallet in the hotel room. It's possible to entertain yourself in Cartago without surrendering a cent.

Mirador Orosi - If you'd like to turn up the fun factor during your escape, this is a good place to start.

Basílica de Nuestra Señora de Los Ángeles - Get an understanding of the local religion at this holy site.

Lankester Gardens - Grab your picnic blanket, pack some nibbles and find a shady area to relish nature.

Things to Do in Cartago with Kids

There's fun for the whole family in Cartago. Here are a few family friendly experiences you can try together that will make your getaway memorable:

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Cartago on a sunny day?

Soak up the weather (and get some fresh air as well) with some of these fun activities:

Are there cheap things to do in Cartago?

If you’re on a budget, you may like to add the following inexpensive activities and tours to your to-do list:

What can you do in Cartago for free?

You’ll hardly have time to take your wallet out of your backpack with so many great free things to do:

Parque Nacional Los Quetzales
Las Ruinas de la Parroquia
Terramall
Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Limpia Concepción

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Our Lady of the Angels Basilica

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Learn about the local history of Oriental when you spend time at Our Lady of the Angels Basilica. Check out the top-notch restaurants or charming coffeehouses in this walkable area.

Basílica de Nuestra Señora de Los Ángeles

Learn about the local history of Oriental with a stop at Basílica de Nuestra Señora de Los Ángeles. Check out the top-notch restaurants or charming coffeehouses in this walkable area.

Las Ruinas de la Parroquia

You can learn about the history of Oriental with a stop at Las Ruinas de la Parroquia. Check out the top-notch restaurants or charming coffeehouses in this walkable area.

Museo Municipal de Cartago

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Museo Municipal de Cartago during your trip to Oriental. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Elias Leiva Museum of Ethnography

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Elias Leiva Museum of Ethnography in Oriental. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.