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4-Day Adventure in San José

Claudia García

Claudia García

6 Oct 2023

Embark on an exciting 4-day journey in San José, Costa Rica. Explore stunning parks, savor delicious local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the city.

Trip to San José

Day 1
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$56

El Tostador
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
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
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
6 - 9 min

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Soda Lima
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 2
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$56

Starbucks
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
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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$12
19 - 28 min

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Flor de Loto
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22
Day 3
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$48

Cafetería El Tostador
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
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
5 - 8 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Parque de las Garantías Sociales (Parque de la Caja)
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Burger King Avenida Segunda
1:30 PM - 3:00 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 4
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$58

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$ 17

Rincón Retana
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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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
10 - 12 min

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Parque de la Paz
Large public green space featuring play equipment, trails, lakes & a variety of sports facilities.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Huaraches
1:00 PM - 2:30 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

Budget breakdown: $235 In total

Activities & Food:$218
Transport:$17