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Discover the Best of San José: A 6-Day Adventure

Jesús Ruiz

17 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 6-day journey through the vibrant city of San José, Costa Rica. Explore iconic landmarks, savor delicious local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this captivating destination.

Trip to San José

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Day 1

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$56

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$ 3

Casita Del Lechon

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

8 - 11 min

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Parque de la Paz

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Museo del Jade

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$15

6 - 9 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.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Soda Lima

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$26

3 - 4 min

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Parque Central de San José

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

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 2

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$56

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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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

7 - 10 min

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San José Central Market

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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El Tenedor Argentino

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$21

Day 3

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$69

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$ 6

Soda El Jardin

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

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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$25

14 - 17 min

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Soda Lagunilla

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$26

Day 4

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$48

Soda Tapia

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$17

4 - 5 min

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Museum of Costa Rican Art

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$8

7 - 10 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

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$23

Day 5

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$38

La Casona Típica

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

2 - 3 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

8 - 12 min

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Karomi Sushi Salad

Deliciosa comida fusión japonesa.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

Day 6

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$53

Soda El Seguro (La Esquina Del Sabor)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

2 - 3 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

9 - 14 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.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$25

8 - 12 min

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Children's Museum

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

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$13

Budget breakdown: $327 In total

Activities & Food:$319

Transport:$9