5 Days in San José: A Journey of Discovery

Sharon Tapia

22 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day adventure in San José, Costa Rica. Explore ancient marvels, indulge in authentic cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this captivating city.

Trip to San José

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Coffee, Culture, and Wildlife

$87

$ 11

Costa Rica Guesthouse

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 min

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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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$16

1 - 2 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$34

7 - 10 min

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Long-running botanical garden & zoo with fish, amphibians & reptiles, plus birds & mammals.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$25

4 - 6 min

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2 ambientes, 2 conceptos que comparten una excepcional cocina basada en ingredientes autóctonos, preparados con técnicas culnarias modernas.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$12

Day 2Nature's Beauty and Culinary Delights

$81

$ 6

Costa Rica Guesthouse

Depart from your stay 🏨

4 - 5 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$22

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

9 - 14 min

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2 ambientes, 2 conceptos que comparten una excepcional cocina basada en ingredientes autóctonos, preparados con técnicas culnarias modernas.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$12

8 - 12 min

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

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$25

9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

Day 3Coffee, History, and Serenity

$86

$ 22

Costa Rica Guesthouse

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 6 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

3 - 4 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

5 - 8 min

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Busy square & meeting spot with park benches & occasional fairs, concerts & other events.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$22

4 - 6 min

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This compact urban green space with a church view is a popular, scenic spot to relax.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Large public green space featuring play equipment, trails, lakes & a variety of sports facilities.

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$16

Day 4Gastronomic Delights and Artistic Wonders

$96

$ 28

Costa Rica Guesthouse

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

3 - 4 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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$13

22 - 27 min

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Natural history museum with animal dioramas, dinosaur replicas & mounted butterflies.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$10

6 - 8 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$10

4 - 6 min

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

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$15

18 - 22 min

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Featuring a statue from San José's Japanese twin city, this park offers sports fields & gardens.

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$32

Day 5Thrills, Flavors, and Tranquility

$116

$ 22

Costa Rica Guesthouse

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

11 - 14 min

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This amusement park with rides for adults & kids gives its profits to a children's hospital.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$50

12 - 15 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$22

13 - 20 min

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

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Budget breakdown: $553 In total

Activities & Food:$465

Transport:$88