10 Days in San José: A Journey Through Culture and Cuisine

Rachel Lyn Balintec

15 Jan 2024

Embark on a 10-day adventure in San José, Costa Rica, exploring the vibrant city's rich cultural heritage and indulging in its delectable cuisine. From charming cafes to fascinating museums, this itinerary promises an unforgettable experience.

Trip to San José

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Coffee Delights and Artistic Vibes

$30

$ 11

Aparthotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

4 - 6 min

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Cultural center with theaters & a museum housed in a 19th-century former liquor factory.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

Day 2Immersing in Tradition and Market Delights

$32

$ 11

Aparthotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$32

3 - 4 min

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Lively, mazelike market with vendors for produce, fish, coffee, hot snacks & traditional crafts.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 3Tasting Authentic Flavors and Cultural Exploration

$49

$ 11

Aparthotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

6 - 9 min

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Indoor-outdoor museum showcasing contemporary art & design from Central America & around the world.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

8 - 12 min

Directions

Popular public square with a fountain & some greenery sitting atop the Museum of Pre-Columbian Gold.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Churros and Ancient Treasures

$64

$ 11

Aparthotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$34

2 - 3 min

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Museum displaying anthropological, geological & archeological objects & a large jade collection.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$30

Day 5Italian Cuisine and Interactive Fun

$61

$ 11

Aparthotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

8 - 12 min

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Playful children's museum offering hands-on exhibitions in a castle-style structure.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

Day 6Coffee Breaks and Golden Artifacts

$68

$ 11

Aparthotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

Directions

Inspirar y nutrir el espíritu humano: una persona, una taza de café y una comunidad a la vez.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

1 - 2 min

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Museum featuring historic gold artifacts, including figures & coins, in a modern, underground space.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$38

Day 7Savory Eats and Artistic Wonders

$43

$ 11

Aparthotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$28

4 - 5 min

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Indoor-outdoor museum in a historic building showcasing the works of Latin American artists.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$15

Day 8Discovering Hidden Gems

Aparthotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Depart from your stay 🏨

Day 9Local Cuisine and Natural Beauty

$36

$ 11

Aparthotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

5 - 8 min

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Established in 1895, this iconic park features the bronze National Monument of Costa Rica.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 10Sushi Delights and Park Serenity

$30

$ 11

Aparthotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

11 - 16 min

Directions

This 72-hectare park features the National Stadium & other sports facilities, plus an art museum.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $511 In total

Activities & Food:$412

Transport:$99