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9 Days in San José: A Journey of Parks, Food, and Adventure

Sam Lyons

Sam Lyons

3 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day adventure in San José, Costa Rica. Explore picturesque parks, savor mouthwatering cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this captivating city.

Trip to San José

Day 1Park Hopping and Culinary Delights
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$96

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$ 6

Parque del Este
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Parque Okayama
Featuring a statue from San José's Japanese twin city, this park offers sports fields & gardens.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Restaurante Karió
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$52
12 - 17 min

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Ceviche Artesanal El Ángel
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$44
Day 2Discovering the Heart of San José
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$94

Parque Central de San José
Busy square & meeting spot with park benches & occasional fairs, concerts & other events.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Parque de las Garantías Sociales (Parque de la Caja)
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Parque España
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Susbida
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$42
6 - 9 min

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Fritos
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$52
Day 3Parks, Seafood, and Hidden Gems
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$100

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$ 22

Parque Francia
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Parque de la Paz
Large public green space featuring play equipment, trails, lakes & a variety of sports facilities.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Parque De Alajuelita
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Marisqueria La Cabaña de Saso
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$52
11 - 14 min

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Villa Real
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
Day 4Unleashing Your Inner Explorer
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$94

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$ 11

Parque La Libertad
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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La Rosticeria
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$46
9 - 11 min

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Carniceria Y Restaurante Don Fernando
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
Day 5Nature's Playground and Gastronomic Delights
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$80

La Sabana Park
This 72-hectare park features the National Stadium & other sports facilities, plus an art museum.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Picanha Grill
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$40
2 - 3 min

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Rinconcito Cuzqueño
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$40
Day 6A Day of Serendipity
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$0

Day 7National Park Wonders and Cozy Cafés
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$94

Parque Nacional
Established in 1895, this iconic park features the bronze National Monument of Costa Rica.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Café Mundo
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$52
1 - 2 min

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La Terrasse
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$42
Day 8Aquatic Adventures and Crispy Delights
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$118

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$ 6

Parque Acuático Los Sueños
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$38
12 - 17 min

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Chicharronera Cacique Acserí
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$40
9 - 11 min

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Chicharronera Acserri
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$40
Day 9Farewell to San José
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$0

Budget breakdown: $720 In total

Activities & Food:$676
Transport:$44