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8-Day Adventure in San José: A Journey of Discovery

Daniela Santana

Daniela Santana

14 Oct 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey in San José, Costa Rica. Explore vibrant markets, indulge in delicious cuisine, and discover hidden gems in this bustling city.

Trip to San José

Day 1
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$60

Rincón Retana
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
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
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36
Day 2
+

$66

·

$ 17

La Rosticeria
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$33
5 - 6 min

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Parque La Libertad
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Restaurante Sien Jo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$33
Day 3
+

$58

·

$ 17

Taj Mahal
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$15
3 - 4 min

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Refugio Animal de Costa Rica
Rehabilitation center offering tours with crocodiles, turtles, snakes, monkeys & other animals.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$19
4 - 5 min

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Restaurante Maxi's
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 4
+

$91

·

$ 17

ikuä
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
10 - 12 min

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Hacienda y Beneficio La Chimba
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$19
10 - 12 min

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MAD Burger & Beer
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
Day 5
+

$66

Cafetería El Tostador
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$30
2 - 3 min

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Parque Central de San José
Busy square & meeting spot with park benches & occasional fairs, concerts & other events.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Metropolitan Cathedral of San José
This stately cathedral built in 1871 blends Greek orthodox, neoclassical and baroque architecture.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Burger King Avenida Segunda
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36
Day 6
+

$78

Churrería Manolo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
4 - 6 min

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Iglesia de la Soledad
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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La Esquina de Buenos Aires
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
•
$42
Day 7
+

$0

Day 8
+

$102

·

$ 17

Virgita Ristorante
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$21
9 - 11 min

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Arenal Volcano
Prominent active volcano featuring hiking trails in the rainforest, lava fields & hot springs.
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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$56
18 - 22 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24

Budget breakdown: $586 In total

Activities & Food:$520
Transport:$66