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They say the best things in life are free. Make sure you visit the following around San Jose:
TEOR/éTica - This is a wonderful place to get your culture hit and find out about the region's artistic side.
Casa Amarilla - This popular local landmark is an interesting backdrop for a selfie.
Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica - If you're curious about bygone times, this is one stop you ought to visit.
Plaza de la Cultura - Wander the streets and take in the character and charm of this vibrant local haunt.
Mercado Central - Strike up a conversation with a few locals and discover why many travelers swing by this place.
San Jose Cathedral - Gain a better understanding of the local faith at this spiritual sanctuary.
Chirripo National Park - Bring along your camera and let the natural surrounds spark your imagination.
Central Park - Revitalize your mind and body by spending a little time with Mother Nature.
As Costa Rica's largest city, San Jose has no shortage of distinct districts and barrios to explore. Landmark museums and parks are spread throughout the city's neighborhoods, making it worth your time to slow down and absorb each area's unique flavor before finding the next spot to visit.
Downtown
Downtown San Jose is the cultural heartof the city, with the pedestrian-only Avenida Central acting as its backbone. Home to the Plaza de la Cultura, the downtown area is a popular starting point for tourists looking to explore San Jose's urban attractions. Nearby are sightseeing hotspots such as the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum and the National Theatre, as well as the Tourism Information Office where you can get pointers on where to go next.
Barrio Amon & Aranjuez
The historic areas of Barrio Amon and Aranjuez are home to some of the city's oldest and most ornate buildings. Barrio Amon claims fame as San Jose's first modern neighborhood and is replete with restored colonial architecture, giving it a special charm.
West San Jose
This side of downtown opens up into green spaces and wide, tree-lined residential streets. Here you can find La Sabana Metropolitan Park—a sprawling urban green space also known as the "Lungs of San Jose"—in addition to museums of art and science and the elegant headstones of the General Cemetery, where families gather on All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day.
A relatively young capital—it wasn't officially named as such until 1823—San Jose is characterized by modern buildings mostly from the last century and a handful of elaborate, European-influenced structures that date to the coffee boom of the 19th and 20th centuries. Sites like the National Theatre of Costa Rica, with its elegant, Neoclassical designs, offer a visual break from the concrete complexes. The city's many scenic parks, such as the Japanese-style garden of Okayama Park, are also a natural getaway from the gridlock of downtown.
Get your fill of Costa Rican heritage and culture by visiting San Jose's museums and historic theaters. Walk back through time in the Jade Museum, whose extensive collection of artifacts features pieces from as early as 500 BC, or visit the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum to see the country's first coin. The National Museum of Costa Rica, housed in a retired military fortress, also showcases the geological, religious, colonial, and modern history of the country. Nearby parks, like the pristine Morazan Park, are dotted with gazebos, fountains, and sculptures and are ripe for hours of relaxed exploring. Costa Rica is also famous for its coffee, and it’s also well worth checking out the growing craft beer scene in Barrio Escalante.
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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.
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
You can get tickets for a performance at National Theater during your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Learn about the events happening at Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
You can take time to visit Hacienda Alsacia during your travels to San Isidro.
During your visit to San Rafael, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Multiplaza Mall Escazu. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.
Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
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.
During your trip to San Rafael, you can do some window-shopping at Avenida Escazú Shopping Center. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Check out the restaurants, shopping, and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Park or National Museum of Costa Rica.
If you're spending some time in Carmen, National Park and Morazan Park are top sights worth seeing.
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Barrio Escalante might not have many top sights, but National Park and San Pedro Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
If you're spending some time in Mata Redonda, National Stadium of Costa Rica and Estadio Nacional are top sights worth seeing.
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Chirripo National Park are top sights worth seeing.
