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A Week in San José: Exploring the Heart of Costa Rica

Melissa Romero

Melissa Romero

11 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day adventure in San José, Costa Rica's vibrant capital. Discover the city's iconic landmarks, savor delicious local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this captivating destination.

Trip to San José

Day 1
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$69

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$ 17

Palma Real

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Palma Real
Relaxed rooms & suites in a stylish hotel with a free airport shuttle, plus a restaurant & a bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Directions

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
6 - 9 min

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Directions

Soda Lima
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$51
Rincón Retana
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
Palma Real
Relaxed rooms & suites in a stylish hotel with a free airport shuttle, plus a restaurant & a bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 2
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$51

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$ 17

Palma Real

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Palma Real
Relaxed rooms & suites in a stylish hotel with a free airport shuttle, plus a restaurant & a bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Directions

San José Central Market
Lively, mazelike market with vendors for produce, fish, coffee, hot snacks & traditional crafts.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Directions

Rincón Retana
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
Subway
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$33
Palma Real
Relaxed rooms & suites in a stylish hotel with a free airport shuttle, plus a restaurant & a bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 3
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$57

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$ 17

Palma Real

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Palma Real
Relaxed rooms & suites in a stylish hotel with a free airport shuttle, plus a restaurant & a bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Directions

Parque de las Garantías Sociales (Parque de la Caja)
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
2 - 3 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.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Directions

Burger King Avenida Segunda
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$33
La Oliva Verde
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Palma Real
Relaxed rooms & suites in a stylish hotel with a free airport shuttle, plus a restaurant & a bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 4
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$63

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$ 33

Palma Real

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Palma Real
Relaxed rooms & suites in a stylish hotel with a free airport shuttle, plus a restaurant & a bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Directions

Parque de la Paz
Large public green space featuring play equipment, trails, lakes & a variety of sports facilities.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Directions

Huaraches
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$15
Bar Restaurante y Chicharronera El bosque
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
Palma Real
Relaxed rooms & suites in a stylish hotel with a free airport shuttle, plus a restaurant & a bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
+

$0

Palma Real

Depart from your stay 🏨

Day 6
+

$78

Palma Real

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 24 min

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Directions

Palma Real
Relaxed rooms & suites in a stylish hotel with a free airport shuttle, plus a restaurant & a bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Directions

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
19 - 28 min

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Rinconcito Cuzqueño
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
Flor de Loto
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$42
Palma Real
Relaxed rooms & suites in a stylish hotel with a free airport shuttle, plus a restaurant & a bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 7
+

$0

Palma Real

Depart from your stay 🏨

Budget breakdown: $401 In total

Activities & Food:$318
Transport:$83