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

Saul Hernandez

Saul Hernandez

9 Oct 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day adventure in San José, Costa Rica. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, explore stunning parks, and indulge in delicious local cuisine.

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Viator

Day 1
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$66

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$ 6

Café Scarlett
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
4 - 5 min

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Heredia Nicolás Ulloa Central Park
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Parque Central de San José
Busy square & meeting spot with park benches & occasional fairs, concerts & other events.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Soda Lima
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$34
6 - 9 min

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Rincón Retana
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 2
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$60

El Tostador
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
4 - 5 min

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Braulio Carrillo Colina Park
This compact urban green space with a church view is a popular, scenic spot to relax.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Rincón Retana
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
8 - 11 min

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Burger King Avenida Segunda
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22
Day 3
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$54

Rincón Retana
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
1 - 2 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
3 - 4 min

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Subway
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$22
3 - 4 min

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Rincón Retana
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 4
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$58

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$ 17

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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$16
1 - 2 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.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Parque de las Garantías Sociales (Parque de la Caja)
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Parque de la Paz
Large public green space featuring play equipment, trails, lakes & a variety of sports facilities.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Huaraches
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$10
8 - 10 min

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Bar Restaurante y Chicharronera El bosque
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
Day 5
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$0

Day 6
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$126

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$ 17

Soda El Jardin
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
11 - 14 min

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Parque Diversiones
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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Chef Zein
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$24
9 - 11 min

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Tierra Sur | Restó Argentino
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$28
Day 7
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$79

Il Gato Pardo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
8 - 12 min

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Children's Museum
Playful children's museum offering hands-on exhibitions in a castle-style structure.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$25
8 - 12 min

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Restaurante Silvestre
2 ambientes, 2 conceptos que comparten una excepcional cocina basada en ingredientes autóctonos, preparados con técnicas culnarias modernas.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$28
4 - 5 min

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Susbida
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 8
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$54

Starbucks
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
11 - 16 min

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La Sabana Park
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
13 - 20 min

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Rinconcito Cuzqueño
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
19 - 28 min

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Flor de Loto
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16

Budget breakdown: $536 In total

Activities & Food:$497
Transport:$39