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8 Days in San José: A Journey of Flavors and Culture

Aly C

Aly C

27 Nov 2023

Embark on an 8-day adventure in San José, Costa Rica, where you'll discover mouthwatering cuisine, stunning parks, and captivating museums. From savoring traditional dishes at local sodas to exploring ancient marvels, this itinerary will immerse you in the vibrant culture of the city.

Trip to San José

Day 1Roasted Pig Delights and Tranquil Parks
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$72

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$ 17

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 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
12 - 15 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.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Rincón Retana
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$28
6 - 9 min

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Soda Lima
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$28
Day 2Coffee Aromas and Cultural Landmarks
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$56

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$ 22

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

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Cafetería El Tostador
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
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
12 - 15 min

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Parque Okayama
Featuring a statue from San José's Japanese twin city, this park offers sports fields & gardens.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Burger King Avenida Segunda
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$12
3 - 4 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.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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La Oliva Verde
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22
Day 3Culinary Delights and Jade Treasures
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$72

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$ 11

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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YummyLab
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
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
9 - 14 min

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Museo del Jade
Museum displaying anthropological, geological & archeological objects & a large jade collection.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$30
2 - 3 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.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$22
3 - 4 min

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Fritos
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$10
Day 4Coffee Bliss and Nature's Wonders
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$58

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$ 6

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Viva Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
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
4 - 6 min

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Fritos
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$10
10 - 15 min

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Café de los Deseos
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
Day 5Exotic Cuisine and Interactive Museums
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$91

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

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Il Gato Pardo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
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.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$22
8 - 11 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.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$8
11 - 16 min

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Susbida
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 6Coffee Culture and Local Markets
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$114

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$ 11

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 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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$24
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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$38
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
3 - 4 min

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Subway
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$24
3 - 4 min

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Rincón Retana
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$28
Day 7Authentic Flavors and Hidden Gems
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$54

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$ 6

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 6 min

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El Tostador
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
3 - 4 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
10 - 15 min

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Soda Lima
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$28
11 - 16 min

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Susbida
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 8Serene Gardens and Thrilling Adventures
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$104

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$ 28

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Soda El Jardin
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
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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$24
9 - 11 min

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Tierra Sur | Restó Argentino
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16

Budget breakdown: $719 In total

Activities & Food:$620
Transport:$99