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

Guilherme Passoni Ferreira

Guilherme Passoni Ferreira

14 Dec 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure in San José, Costa Rica, where you'll discover ancient marvels, indulge in authentic cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the city.

Trip to San José

Day 1Golden Treasures and Cultural Heritage
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$66

Starbucks
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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$15
1 - 2 min

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Pre-Columbian Gold Museum
Museum featuring historic gold artifacts, including figures & coins, in a modern, underground space.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$19
3 - 4 min

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Centro de Investigación y Conservación del Patrimonio Cultural
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$6
3 - 4 min

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El Tenedor Argentino
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Day 2Savory Delights and Artistic Wonders
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$49

Soda El Seguro (La Esquina Del Sabor)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
6 - 9 min

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MADC
Indoor-outdoor museum showcasing contemporary art & design from Central America & around the world.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$6
8 - 12 min

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Plaza de la Cultura
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
4 - 6 min

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Metropolitan Cathedral of San José
This stately cathedral built in 1871 blends Greek orthodox, neoclassical and baroque architecture.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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El Tenedor Argentino
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Day 3Churros, Jade, and Bohemian Vibes
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$57

Churrería Manolo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
2 - 3 min

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Museo del Jade
Museum displaying anthropological, geological & archeological objects & a large jade collection.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$15
8 - 11 min

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CENAC
Cultural center with theaters & a museum housed in a 19th-century former liquor factory.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Café Mundo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 4Local Flavors and Natural Beauty
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$41

Nuestra Tierra Restaurante
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$17
5 - 8 min

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Parque Nacional
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
4 - 6 min

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Café Mundo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 5A Fusion of Flavors and Historical Insights
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$53

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$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
4 - 5 min

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Historical Museum Dr. Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia
Museum since 1991 with tours & a permanent exhibit on former Costa Rican President Calderón Guardia.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$10
7 - 9 min

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Museo Penitenciario
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$5
12 - 18 min

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Parque Central de San José
Busy square & meeting spot with park benches & occasional fairs, concerts & other events.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Soda Lima
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 6Tacos, Conservation, and Scientific Exploration
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$38

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$ 3

Tacobar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$15
13 - 20 min

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Centro de Conservación de Santa Ana
Small protected area with native forest, plants & birds, plus a historic farm museum with animals.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
26 - 32 min

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11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
16 - 23 min

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Pupusería Mayra
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$23
Day 7Lebanese Delights and Artistic Discoveries
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$48

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$ 3

Sabor del Líbano
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
6 - 9 min

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Natural Science Museum La Salle
Natural history museum with animal dioramas, dinosaur replicas & mounted butterflies.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$5
6 - 8 min

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Museum of Costa Rican Art
Indoor-outdoor museum in a historic building showcasing the works of Latin American artists.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$8
5 - 8 min

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Aquí Es
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$21
Day 8Traditional Charm and Market Adventures
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$37

La Casona Típica
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$17
3 - 4 min

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San José Central Market
Lively, mazelike market with vendors for produce, fish, coffee, hot snacks & traditional crafts.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Soda Lima
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 9Bar Hopping, Cultural Centers, and Folklore
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$50

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$ 3

Bar Mulo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
7 - 10 min

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Centro Cultural Herediano Omar Dengo
Cultural center in a restored 1800s building offering concerts, lectures, workshops & more.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Museum of Popular Culture
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$10
10 - 15 min

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La carretica
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22
Day 10Local Eateries and Historic Landmarks
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$46

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$ 3

Soda El Banco
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$15
5 - 8 min

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Museo Histórico Cultural Juan Santamaría
Exhibits on Costa Rica's military & cultural history housed in a former barracks & prison building.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$6
36 - 44 min

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La Sabana Park
This 72-hectare park features the National Stadium & other sports facilities, plus an art museum.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Picanha Grill
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24

Budget breakdown: $497 In total

Activities & Food:$483
Transport:$14