Central Valley
Travel Guide
Visit Central Valley
Where to stay in Central Valley
La California
Check out the restaurants, shopping, and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.
Barrio Escalante
Barrio Escalante might not have many top sights, but San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.
La Sabana
If you're spending some time in La Sabana, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.
Carmen
If you're spending some time in Carmen, Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture are top sights worth seeing.
Barceló San José
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
Popular places to visit
Central Park
You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening at Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
National Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the acclaimed art scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Morazan Park
Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
National Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at National Theater during your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Hacienda Alsacia
Enjoy an outing to Hacienda Alsacia during your stay in San Isidro.
- Sabana Park
- Poás Volcano National Park
- National Stadium of Costa Rica
- Multiplaza Mall Escazu
- Braulio Carrillo National Park
- Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
- Costa Rica Convention Center
- Central Park
- Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center
- Parque Viva
- Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu
- National Museum of Costa Rica
- Irazu Volcano National Park
- Morazan Park
- National Theater
- Momentum Lindora Shopping Center
- Plaza Real Cariari
- San Pedro Mall
- Hacienda Alsacia
- Hospital Cima San José
- University of Costa Rica
- Museum of Costa Rican Art
- Mercado Central
- Cerro de La Muerte Peak
- Estadio Nacional
- Catarata del Toro
- City Mall
- Parque Nacional Los Quetzales
- Children's Eternal Rainforest
- Poas Volcano
- Turrialba Volcano National Park
- Clinica Biblica Hospital