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

oscar lopez

oscar lopez

15 Nov 2023

Join me on a 10-day adventure in San José, Costa Rica, as I explore the city's vibrant culture and indulge in its delicious cuisine. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary is packed with exciting experiences that will leave you craving for more.

Trip to San José

Day 1
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$74

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$ 11

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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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
2 - 3 min

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Burger King Avenida Segunda
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$34
3 - 4 min

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La Oliva Verde
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
Day 2
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$71

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$ 11

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Bar y Restaurante La Muny
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
4 - 6 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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$15
4 - 6 min

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Restaurante Las Mañanitas
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$12
4 - 5 min

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Aquí Es
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22
Day 3
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$48

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$ 11

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Spoon
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
4 - 5 min

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Metropolitan Cathedral of San José
This stately cathedral built in 1871 blends Greek orthodox, neoclassical and baroque architecture.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Subway
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$22
4 - 6 min

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Soda Lima
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 4
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$96

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$ 11

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Rincón Retana
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
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
1 - 2 min

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Rincón Retana
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
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Rincón Retana
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
Day 5
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$74

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$ 11

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Subway Tournón
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
7 - 10 min

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Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture
Set in a former penitentiary, this complex features a children's museum, auditorium & art galleries.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$8
8 - 11 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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$22
4 - 5 min

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Susbida
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 6
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$110

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$ 11

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Alma de Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
3 - 4 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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$38
2 - 3 min

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La Oliva Verde
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
3 - 4 min

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Fritos
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
Day 7
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$54

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$ 11

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Subway
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
4 - 6 min

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Municipal Crafts Market
Souvenirs like colorful masks, folk art & carved wood items in an indoor craft market.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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La Esquina de Buenos Aires
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$28
3 - 4 min

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Restaurante Coconut
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 8
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$67

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$ 11

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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Café Miel Garage
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
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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$13
6 - 9 min

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Fritos
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
3 - 4 min

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Sapore Trattoria
Sapore Trattoria lo transportará a un lugar donde los deliciosos y auténticos sabores de la comida Italia serán una realidad.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 9
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$50

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$ 11

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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YummyLab
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
4 - 6 min

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Antigua Aduana
Former customs building with a modern entrance hosting conventions, concerts & other events.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Limoncello
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$16
6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Day 10
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$95

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$ 11

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Soda Los Sapitos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
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
4 - 5 min

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Jalapeños Central
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$34
2 - 3 min

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El Chante Vegano
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26

Budget breakdown: $847 In total

Activities & Food:$737
Transport:$110