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Visiting San Jose

Nature enthusiasts will enjoy exploring San Jose, and visitors give high marks for the fascinating museums, volcano viewpoints, and shopping. Tourists who journey to this vibrant city can discover its cafés, local tours, and entertainment choices. Top sights in the city include National Theater, Gold Museum, and Jade Museum.

• There are 398 hotels and other accommodations in San Jose
• The closest major airport is in San Jose (SYQ-Tobias Bolanos Intl.), 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from the city center
• The next closest is in San Jose (SJO-Juan Santamaria Intl.), 9.6 mi (15.5 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in San Jose

Well known for its museums, the city's cultural venues include National Theater, Gold Museum, and Jade Museum. The city's natural setting is picturesque, including the volcanoes and these places to visit: Parque Nacional, La Paz Waterfall Gardens, and Central Park. Shopping is one of the favorite things to do, so consider an excursion to Mercado Central, San Pedro Mall, and Multiplaza del Este Mall.

In San Jose, there are 398 hotels and other lodging accommodations so you'll have ample places to choose from for your holiday retreat. These are highly ranked ones based on our user reviews:

• Peace Lodge - With a stay at this 4.5-star lodge, guests can enjoy access to a full-service spa and 4 restaurants, along with an in-room fireplace. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its overall value and pool.
• La Terraza Guest House - Our customers like the proximity to the airport and comfortable rooms at this B&B. This 3-star bed & breakfast features free WiFi, free parking, and spa services.
• Hotel B&B Garden Grecia - This 3-star bed & breakfast features free breakfast, a restaurant, and free WiFi. Expedia customers like its breakfast and helpful staff.

Other favorite sights in San Jose include National Center of Art and Culture, National Museum of Costa Rica, and Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.

Getting Around San Jose

If you'd like to explore more of the area, hop aboard a train from San Jose Pacific Station, San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station, or San Jose Viquez Square Station. San Jose might not have very many public transit options so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

Dressing for San Jose

• Between January and March, you can expect average temperatures of 83°F during the day and 61°F at night
• From April to June, the average during the day is 84°F, while the average at night is 64°F
• July through September has daytime averages of 81°F with nighttime averages of 63°F
• In October-December, you can expect daytime averages of 80°F and nighttime averages of 62°F
• Average annual rainfall for San Jose is 72.76 inches
• Usually April and May are the hottest months with an average of 83°F, whereas January and February are often coldest, averaging 62°F