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7 Days in San José: A Journey of Flavors and Adventure

Dann Downs

Dann Downs

11 Dec 2023

Embark on a week-long adventure in San José, Costa Rica, where you'll discover hidden gems, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the city. From local eateries to stunning parks, this itinerary has it all!

Trip to San José

Day 1Tasting Local Delights and Thrilling Rides
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$124

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$ 28

AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Soda El Jardin
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
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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$34
9 - 11 min

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Tierra Sur | Restó Argentino
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 2Coffee, Parks, and the Heart of the City
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$58

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$ 11

AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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El Tostador
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
3 - 4 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
7 - 10 min

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Parque Central de San José
Busy square & meeting spot with park benches & occasional fairs, concerts & other events.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Soda Lima
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$12
6 - 9 min

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Rincón Retana
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 3Urban Exploration and Culinary Delights
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$48

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$ 17

AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Starbucks
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
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
11 - 14 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
2 - 3 min

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Burger King Avenida Segunda
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$22
3 - 4 min

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La Oliva Verde
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 4From Roasted Pork to Cultural Treasures
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$58

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$ 22

AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Casita Del Lechon
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
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
7 - 9 min

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Parque Okayama
Featuring a statue from San José's Japanese twin city, this park offers sports fields & gardens.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Antigua Aduana
Former customs building with a modern entrance hosting conventions, concerts & other events.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Limoncello
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$10
6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
Day 5Market Hopping and Jade Discoveries
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$100

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$ 17

AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Rincón Retana
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
4 - 5 min

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Mercado Borbón
Circa-1950 covered marketplace filled with sellers of produce, spices, meats & prepared foods.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Museo del Jade
Museum displaying anthropological, geological & archeological objects & a large jade collection.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$30
9 - 14 min

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

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San José Central Market
Lively, mazelike market with vendors for produce, fish, coffee, hot snacks & traditional crafts.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Rincón Retana
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 6Nature's Beauty and Italian Cuisine
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$76

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$ 11

AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Viva Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
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
5 - 8 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.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$24
3 - 4 min

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Fritos
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$28
Day 7Museums, Wildlife, and a Scenic Farewell
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$79

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$ 11

AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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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

Budget breakdown: $659 In total

Activities & Food:$543
Transport:$116