Title: Things to Do in Mercedes in 2026 | Expedia.com [Mercedes Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Mercedes.dx829086550621970432)[Hotels in Mercedes](https://expedia.com/Mercedes-Hotels.d829086550621970432.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Mercedes](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Mercedes.d829086550621970432.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Mercedes](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Mercedes.d829086550621970432.Car-Rental-Guide)[Mercedes Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Mercedes.d829086550621970432.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Mercedes ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Mercedes Types of activities [Mercedes Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Mercedes.dx829086550621970432) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most popular activities in Mercedes ### Tours & day trips [See all 191 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4963637/56b19452-0650-4dfc-b6d5-d4c3f3f7f252.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José 16h 8.4/10 41 verified reviews Free cancellation available $110 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/day-trip-to-tortuga-island-from-san-jose.a4963637.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214544/7017c9ec-fa7b-487e-b57e-cf286f044a97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose 14h 9.2/10 143 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $159 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-experience-full-day-tour-from-san-jose.a1214544.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2054373/b1a75615-9848-40d3-82d1-b3a76c6562b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio 3h 30m 9.4/10 81 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $86 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/catamaran-ocean-king-manuel-antonio.a2054373.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/664950/24b375a0-61de-4b73-a3ef-5a65cc7b7633.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch 16h 7/10 14 verified reviews Free cancellation available $135 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-san-jose-hots-springs-arenal-volcano-view-with-lunch.a664950.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/419793/83a26255-dc37-4453-80a6-e842a9037dae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo 2h+ 8/10 30 verified reviews Free cancellation available $78 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/aerial-tram-tour-half-day-pass-braulio-carrillo.a419793.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47970907/9858f2e7-49d1-494c-b4b0-cdc4bfb19774.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ 12h 9/10 10 verified reviews Free cancellation available $135 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/isla-tortuga-desde-san-jose.a47970907.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214523/b6169fc4-dfb9-43df-afa9-fc9026bf00eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner 14h 9.4/10 261 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $189 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-full-day-combo-tour-with-lunch-and-dinner.a1214523.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/274749/72dfc7b1-7d8e-4f02-91f1-cead05282f56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner 4h 9.2/10 58 verified reviews Free cancellation available ~~$79~~$67 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-by-night-small-group-food-and-culture-tour-with-dinner.a274749.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![Monkey Tour With Local Cuisine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2580302/2985163b-83c2-470b-ace5-d4dad8e1977b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monkey Tour With Local Cuisine 3h 9.6/10 58 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $80 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/monkey-tour-with-local-cuisine.a2580302.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1246447/0d348b9f-b07e-4095-be89-dfcdf845e635.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees 2h 30m 9.8/10 188 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $35 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-walking-nature-tour-sloths-birds-and-trees.a1246447.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 67 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/664950/24b375a0-61de-4b73-a3ef-5a65cc7b7633.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch 16h 7/10 14 verified reviews Free cancellation available $135 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-san-jose-hots-springs-arenal-volcano-view-with-lunch.a664950.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47970907/9858f2e7-49d1-494c-b4b0-cdc4bfb19774.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ 12h 9/10 10 verified reviews Free cancellation available $135 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/isla-tortuga-desde-san-jose.a47970907.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Exper...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44830499/1c81724e-fe54-465a-86f9-5f9861f39b21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Exper... 9h 9.8/10 337 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $180 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-poas-volcano-la-paz-waterfall-gardens-and-coffee-plantation-experience.a44830499.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44781466/3e2ab5b5-f174-47b1-876a-19fc6532bd3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour 3h 9.8/10 519 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-central-market-bites-and-sights-walking-tour.a44781466.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3988928/a4a6ad54-9c0c-4d71-b42b-745697df2811.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets 3h 30m 9.8/10 853 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-bites-and-sights-walking-food-tour-including-markets.a3988928.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![San José: Arenal Volcano, Waterfalls, Coffee and Hot Springs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51190328/b00c1393-2b5e-410d-820c-bb05dded662c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San José: Arenal Volcano, Waterfalls, Coffee and Hot Springs 14h 9.4/10 32 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $159 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-arenal-volcano-waterfalls-coffee-and-hot-springs.a51190328.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![Sarapiqui River Rafting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45711053/97cfaf7a-0539-42f5-9766-892b809cd48e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sarapiqui River Rafting 3h 7.4/10 3 verified reviews Free cancellation available $70 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sarapiqui-river-rafting.a45711053.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48181042/b63aeead-196e-4e0d-b26f-1de739eee7a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting 2h 9/10 21 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/alajuela-coffee-plantation-guided-tour-with-tasting.a48181042.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![San Jose By Night: Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3972771/46ae36d7-cc5d-404f-9530-ffc1d6105200.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose By Night: Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class 4h 9.8/10 264 Viator reviews Free cancellation available ~~$49~~$42 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-by-night-farm-to-table-dinner-cooking-cocktail-class.a3972771.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45968827/62e441f5-08c3-4175-a242-51673996644f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose 3h 9.6/10 54 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/bar-crawl-in-downtown-san-jose.a45968827.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 52 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/419793/83a26255-dc37-4453-80a6-e842a9037dae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo 2h+ 8/10 30 verified reviews Free cancellation available $78 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/aerial-tram-tour-half-day-pass-braulio-carrillo.a419793.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214523/b6169fc4-dfb9-43df-afa9-fc9026bf00eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner 14h 9.4/10 261 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $189 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-full-day-combo-tour-with-lunch-and-dinner.a1214523.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![One Day Tour 2 Activities to choose (Zipline, ATV and more) from San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1166298/07ae1a03-bdd8-4ae5-829e-8237fb675db8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### One Day Tour 2 Activities to choose (Zipline, ATV and more) from San Jose 10h 10/10 10 verified reviews Free cancellation available $195 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/one-day-tour-2-activities-to-choose-zipline-atv-and-more-from-san-jose.a1166298.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![From San José: Poas Volcano, Café Doka and La Paz Waterfalls](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47964825/1509110a-59c4-4fe4-aafd-82631a318eaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From San José: Poas Volcano, Café Doka and La Paz Waterfalls 10h 8/10 8 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $170 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-san-jose-poas-volcano-cafe-doka-and-la-paz-waterfalls.a47964825.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![San Jose: Mantra Trail Hike Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52016141/048db6e2-6d65-40b1-83f2-917c4e592b70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose: Mantra Trail Hike Entry Ticket 3h 8.8/10 6 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $38 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-mantra-trail-hike-entry-ticket.a52016141.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![San José: Arenal Volcano, Hot Springs, & Zip Lining w/ Meals](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51163275/4dcde2f4-c9d0-491d-892d-b5d7873f9943.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San José: Arenal Volcano, Hot Springs, & Zip Lining w/ Meals 14h 9.6/10 14 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $189 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-arenal-volcano-hot-springs-zip-lining-w-meals.a51163275.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![Monteverde Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges Cloud Forest Tour from San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1351508/dc57ae82-4116-4f8f-9e48-9040b53ea6fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monteverde Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges Cloud Forest Tour from San Jose 13h 9.2/10 50 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $249 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/monteverde-sky-tram-hanging-bridges-cloud-forest-tour-from-san-jose.a1351508.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![From San Jose: La Paz Waterfall Gardens Guided Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47940350/9f9cd604-0cfd-4861-8279-e5ebb54524ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From San Jose: La Paz Waterfall Gardens Guided Day Tour 8h 9.8/10 41 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $195 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/la-paz-waterfall-gardens-day-trip-from-san-jose.a47940350.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![Rio Celeste Waterfall at Tenorio Volcano and Sloth Watching Tour From San J...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1642564/1d45f469-eaac-4397-925f-eca3503a8326.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio Celeste Waterfall at Tenorio Volcano and Sloth Watching Tour From San J... 8h 9/10 14 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $185 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/rio-celeste-waterfall-at-tenorio-volcano-and-sloth-watching-tour-from-san-jose.a1642564.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![San José: Waterfall, Hanging Bridges & Hot Springs Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47802416/be8eed14-44c7-4393-a40f-6986cc0a2459.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San José: Waterfall, Hanging Bridges & Hot Springs Tour 12h 10/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $286 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/combo-arenal-waterfalls-hanging-bridges-thermal-spa.a47802416.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 48 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Arenal Volcano and Baldi Hot Spring](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2978537/956c29c9-3cb6-4d35-99df-f4ff5fb1eea5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arenal Volcano and Baldi Hot Spring 10h 8/10 16 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $203 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-and-baldi-hot-spring.a2978537.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![Dinner + Typical dance show at the best viewpoint in San José](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2869410/8f65e2a3-6704-45e9-b4e7-331c66eb5b59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dinner + Typical dance show at the best viewpoint in San José 5h 7.4/10 13 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $92 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/dinner-typical-dance-show-at-the-best-viewpoint-in-san-jose.a2869410.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![San Jose : Private Custom Guided Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46362314/de6ebf9f-b3b3-4be8-8091-59d8586553d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose : Private Custom Guided Tour With A Guide (Private Tour) 8h 9.2/10 14 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $82 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-private-custom-guided-tour-with-a-guide-private-tour.a46362314.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![Day Trip from San Jose to Sloths & other wildlife Rescue Center](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1351424/acac6f34-edf1-4ca1-9dd3-f3b6e781692b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Trip from San Jose to Sloths & other wildlife Rescue Center 4h 9.4/10 19 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $230 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/day-trip-from-san-jose-to-sloths-other-wildlife-rescue-center.a1351424.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![Uvita: Kayak & Snorkel Private Tour - Marino Ballena N. Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48112440/04e6b925-1369-406a-8d6a-f201abc20070.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Uvita: Kayak & Snorkel Private Tour - Marino Ballena N. Park 3h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available $132 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/uvita-kayak-snorkel-private-tour-marino-ballena-n-park.a48112440.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![La Fortuna, full day transportation, from San Jose.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50010492/8745f7be-53d5-44bc-a6b6-c4af964999e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### La Fortuna, full day transportation, from San Jose. 1d Free cancellation available $360 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/la-fortuna-full-day-transportation-from-san-jose.a50010492.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![San José: Private Poás Volcano & La Paz Waterfall Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52090787/db3e44f0-2487-4937-afff-9819473ef253.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San José: Private Poás Volcano & La Paz Waterfall Experience 6h 10/10 6 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $179 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-private-poas-volcano-la-paz-waterfall-experience.a52090787.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![Self Guided Audio Walking Tour of San Jose Highlights](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50770465/e19aa83f-8681-4ede-bb5f-f22b31fb6061.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Self Guided Audio Walking Tour of San Jose Highlights 1h 30m Free cancellation available $0 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/self-guided-audio-walking-tour-of-san-jose-highlights.a50770465.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![San Jose Rafting Class 2-3 with Connection to La Fortuna](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4768910/1e8a164c-d5fb-42ea-a652-49e2b940b5e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose Rafting Class 2-3 with Connection to La Fortuna 8h 8.8/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $119 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-rafting-class-2-3-with-connection-to-la-fortuna.a4768910.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![Jaco Beach: Surfing in Costa Rica - All levels and Ages](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48153546/c53a480c-815a-4a2d-8970-0cf0f9349a03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Jaco Beach: Surfing in Costa Rica - All levels and Ages 3h Free cancellation available $138 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/jaco-beach-surfing-in-costa-rica-all-levels-and-ages.a48153546.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ### Shows & concerts [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&filter.categories=ShowsConcerts) ![San Jose : Night Tica Gastronomy and Folk Dance in Costa Rica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49617111/5577d9c2-a681-4d27-a565-76983d87e457.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose : Night Tica Gastronomy and Folk Dance in Costa Rica 3h Free cancellation available $88 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/night-tica-gastronomy-and-folk-dance-in-costa-rica.a49617111.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![San José: Food Culture Tour with Dinner and Cocktail Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47675375/39c9f94c-8a12-40d8-aaa4-41443acfd54b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San José: Food Culture Tour with Dinner and Cocktail Class 4h 9.8/10 42 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $59 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-food-culture-tour-with-cooking-and-cocktail-class.a47675375.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![San José: Gastronomy of Costa Rica & Folk Dance](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51772149/3455f6cb-375f-4883-95fa-226fbd3e4d4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San José: Gastronomy of Costa Rica & Folk Dance 3h 10/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-gastronomy-of-costa-rica-folk-dance.a51772149.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ![San José: Folklore Show and Buffet Dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51736733/c4752385-8fa5-4d34-9e12-7f905464584f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San José: Folklore Show and Buffet Dinner 4h Free cancellation available $98 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-folklore-show-and-buffet-dinner.a51736733.activity-details?&rid=829086550621970432&location=Mercedes&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Mercedes | Number of things to do | 231 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Self Guided Audio Walking Tour of San Jose Highlights](/things-to-do/self-guided-audio-walking-tour-of-san-jose-highlights.a50770465.activity-details): $1 | | Top 5 things to do | [Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio](/things-to-do/catamaran-ocean-king-manuel-antonio.a2054373.activity-details)[Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José](/things-to-do/day-trip-to-tortuga-island-from-san-jose.a4963637.activity-details)[San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner](/things-to-do/san-jose-by-night-small-group-food-and-culture-tour-with-dinner.a274749.activity-details)[ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ](/things-to-do/isla-tortuga-desde-san-jose.a47970907.activity-details)[Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica](/things-to-do/irazu-volcano-half-day-trip-virgin-of-the-angels-basilica.a973653.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Alajuela Walking Tour](/things-to-do/alajuela-walking-tour.a51807034.activity-details)[Guided Tour of Alajuela](/things-to-do/guided-tour-of-alajuela.a50853833.activity-details)[Doka Hiking Trail](/things-to-do/doka-hiking-trail.a51998664.activity-details)[Self Guided Audio Walking Tour of San Jose Highlights](/things-to-do/self-guided-audio-walking-tour-of-san-jose-highlights.a50770465.activity-details)[Hormigas Town Ant Experience](/things-to-do/hormigas-town-ant-experience.a45708832.activity-details) | | With kids | [Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio](/things-to-do/catamaran-ocean-king-manuel-antonio.a2054373.activity-details)[Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José](/things-to-do/day-trip-to-tortuga-island-from-san-jose.a4963637.activity-details)[San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner](/things-to-do/san-jose-by-night-small-group-food-and-culture-tour-with-dinner.a274749.activity-details)[ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ](/things-to-do/isla-tortuga-desde-san-jose.a47970907.activity-details)[Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica](/things-to-do/irazu-volcano-half-day-trip-virgin-of-the-angels-basilica.a973653.activity-details) | ## What to do in Mercedes --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Mercedes? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Mercedes ![Estadio National and La Sabana Park. San José Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507595/a90020ae-c78c-4a6b-b4db-8e7642ad88b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sabana Park 4/5(189 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene. [](https://expedia.com/Sabana-Park-La-Sabana.d507595.Vacation-Attraction) ![Beautiful aerial view os the city of San Jose Costa Rica, and its main park The Sabana ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101134/b27329da-b981-4821-9424-d629ab914aa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Stadium of Costa Rica 4.5/5(270 reviews) Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/National-Stadium-Of-Costa-Rica-La-Sabana.d6101134.Vacation-Attraction) ![Parque Viva](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6355960/58d2e5cc-412d-4d2a-9b47-1f7546f50987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Parque Viva 4/5(3 reviews) Learn about the events happening at Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Parque-Viva-San-Jose.d553248634304701374.Vacation-Attraction) ![Parque Central de San José en Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507591/ffc02a7a-38fa-4cdc-9dc2-79fa04c60bd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Central Park 4/5(116 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Central-Park-Hospital.d507591.Vacation-Attraction) ![Beautiful aerial view of the National theater in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502510/18438218-b063-43f9-9baf-a725b0ecabd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Theater of Costa Rica 4.5/5(317 reviews) You can get tickets for a performance at National Theater of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.com/National-Theater-Catedral.d502510.Vacation-Attraction) ![Beautiful aerial view of the Morazan Park in Costa Rica ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507589/ae1cf23c-ebe0-404a-adcb-96c9474736d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Morazan Park 4/5(156 reviews) 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 entertainment choices in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.com/Morazan-Park-Carmen.d507589.Vacation-Attraction) ![San Jose, Costa Rica, National Museum Building in historic city center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502506/9198f440-9feb-4a49-a1d0-9fb86f5e1bf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Museum of Costa Rica 4.5/5(152 reviews) You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.com/National-Museum-Of-Costa-Rica-Catedral.d502506.Vacation-Attraction) #### Multiplaza Mall Escazu 4.5/5(290 reviews) During your visit to San Rafael, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Multiplaza Mall Escazu. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.com/Multiplaza-Mall-Escazu-San-Jose.d6128290.Vacation-Attraction) #### Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu 4.5/5(115 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu, a lovely green space in Cascajal. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Parque-Nacional-Volcan-Irazu-San-Jose.d6101086.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Mercedes ![Heredia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500185/af58d2f7-a4a2-4de4-9b5e-4d247b41a2a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Heredia ![San José](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/603085/8cc5329d-3997-49fc-ac6a-b6d11b9493c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San José ![Beautiful aerial view of the Santo Domingo Church in Heredia Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338096/8b8c21ba-0993-4344-9016-0d15c6498ba4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San Joaquin de Flores ![Barva volcano lagoon, Barva National Park, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000423465/6177386c-f5ab-49f8-9645-8f705bad967d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Barva ![San Pablo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/829088338370646016/fb0cb47e-1adc-4874-a1d7-be5e14012e1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San Pablo