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A Day in San José: Exploring Parks, Museums, and Local Cuisine

Giuliana Negron

Giuliana Negron

12 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling one-day adventure in San José, Costa Rica. Discover the city's vibrant parks, immerse yourself in the rich culture at museums, and indulge in delicious local cuisine.

Day 1
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$258

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$ 66

AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Escazu
Polished hotel featuring an understated restaurant/bar with a terrace, plus a gym.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Cafetería El Tostador
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$32
9 - 11 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
Free
8 - 10 min

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Parque de la Paz
Large public green space featuring play equipment, trails, lakes & a variety of sports facilities.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
14 - 17 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
Free
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.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$68
8 - 10 min

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Museo del Jade
Museum displaying anthropological, geological & archeological objects & a large jade collection.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$60
8 - 12 min

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Children's Museum
Playful children's museum offering hands-on exhibitions in a castle-style structure.
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
$50
Restaurante Silvestre
2 ambientes, 2 conceptos que comparten una excepcional cocina basada en ingredientes autóctonos, preparados con técnicas culnarias modernas.
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
$48
AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Escazu
Polished hotel featuring an understated restaurant/bar with a terrace, plus a gym.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free

Budget breakdown: $324 In total

Activities & Food:$258
Transport:$66