Title: Things to Do in San José in 2026 | Expedia.com [San José Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/San-Jose.dx603085)[Hotels in San José](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Hotels.d603085.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to San José](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Jose.d603085.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in San José](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-San-Jose.d603085.Car-Rental-Guide)[San José Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/San-Jose.d603085.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in San José ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit San José Types of activities Where to stay [San José Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/San-Jos.dx603085) ![San José](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/603085/8cc5329d-3997-49fc-ac6a-b6d11b9493c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/603085/04f99ff7-d9d8-4dac-a7e7-4dd141b6db1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/603085/16b02670-85d9-4bf1-bb44-4aa9ffc4fc6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Edificio Metalico - an old school in the center of San Jose](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/603085/4d617340-bfa0-470f-be50-2f52e4a90686.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/603085/02816015-9cae-4177-b4bf-9ccfb51b5421.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## San José Attractions The capital city of Costa Rica, San Jose is also the cultural hub of the nation. Boasting a mix of lush parks, curated museums, historic architecture, and a booming coffee culture that has flourished since the 19th century, San Jose—or Chepe, as it's known locally—is also one of the safest cities in Latin America. Blessed with the temperate weather characteristic of the Central Valley, there are plenty of things to do and see in San Jose for the curious traveler. --- --- ### Most popular activities in San José ### Tours & day trips [See all 253 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ![All-inclusive package 7 nights 8 days in the best destinations in Costa Ric...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3061027/75562779-7241-42d7-a271-25e3702c0aec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### All-inclusive package 7 nights 8 days in the best destinations in Costa Ric... 8d 10/10 17 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $1,558 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/all-inclusive-package-7-nights-8-days-in-the-best-destinations-in-costa-rica.a3061027.activity-details?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 71 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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 9.8/10 504 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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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 27 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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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 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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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 8.8/10 20 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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 70 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ![Zip Line, Rappel, Hiking La Carpintera Tour in San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2238116/292897ad-512d-4f07-82ef-8c1f87c3e2a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zip Line, Rappel, Hiking La Carpintera Tour in San Jose 3h 10/10 167 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $51 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/zip-line-rappel-hiking-la-carpintera-tour-in-san-jose.a2238116.activity-details?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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 12 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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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 40 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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ![Costa Rica Waterfall Guided Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50277108/e903d820-3ffb-46a1-91a8-e8de233d5be3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Costa Rica Waterfall Guided Adventure 5h 9.2/10 10 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/costa-rica-waterfall-guided-adventure.a50277108.activity-details?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 67 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ![La Paz Waterfalls](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3198941/910cc793-0602-4982-8d70-de4717ef72b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### La Paz Waterfalls 6h 9.2/10 17 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $147 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/la-paz-waterfalls.a3198941.activity-details?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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 $133 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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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 $5 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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ![Side-by-Side Adventure Tour Mules and Quads in Guanacaste](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50209480/5de859bf-5813-42f4-8f95-c30a39e3f835.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Side-by-Side Adventure Tour Mules and Quads in Guanacaste 2h 10m Free cancellation available $375 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/side-by-side-adventure-tour-mules-and-quads-in-guanacaste.a50209480.activity-details?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ![Carara National Park: Guided Walk Carara Costa Rica Nature](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48185256/36c75c88-309b-4a05-89a7-83f6f6e31384.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carara National Park: Guided Walk Carara Costa Rica Nature 3h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available $138 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/carara-national-park-guided-walk-carara-costa-rica-nature.a48185256.activity-details?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ### Cruises & boat tours [See all 21 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) ![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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&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=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ![Tour to Tortuguero National Park & Jungle Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50476876/ce8d59b8-553c-4c9b-8296-f70aaf594fd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tour to Tortuguero National Park & Jungle Cruise 11h Free cancellation available $178 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/null.a50476876.activity-details?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ![Safari Float Sarapiqui](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2068783/e711bcf1-7cac-4e6e-8a5f-3cbb0131883f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Safari Float Sarapiqui 2h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $70 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/safari-float-sarapiqui.a2068783.activity-details?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ![Rafting Sarapiqui River Class II-III Costa Rica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45058320/341e822b-b8a2-4a63-a1d4-6cb56fe7c0ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rafting Sarapiqui River Class II-III Costa Rica 3h 10/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/rafting-sarapiqui-river-class-ii-iii-costa-rica.a45058320.activity-details?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ![Peninsula of Life Natural Experience with Humpback Whales](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51199527/db990d58-050d-4f06-afcb-e897819d1f00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Peninsula of Life Natural Experience with Humpback Whales 15h Free cancellation available $800 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/peninsula-of-life-natural-experience-with-humpback-whales.a51199527.activity-details?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ![Tarcoles River: Jungle Crocodile Safari & Bird Watching Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51711462/14507784-ac30-41d9-9c2d-91ba6bd4244a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tarcoles River: Jungle Crocodile Safari & Bird Watching Tour 1h 30m 10/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tarcoles-river-jungle-crocodile-safari-bird-watching-tour.a51711462.activity-details?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ![Packraft in Rio Tres Amigos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49374323/31794f31-5ce7-4f44-a9fc-72f793186fcb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Packraft in Rio Tres Amigos 5h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $90 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/packraft-in-rio-tres-amigos.a49374323.activity-details?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ![Best Whitewater Rafting Sarapiqui River, Costa Rica, Class II-III](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1223071/e8b10139-5de6-4949-8e5a-643b0bd70e0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Best Whitewater Rafting Sarapiqui River, Costa Rica, Class II-III 3h 9.6/10 24 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $136 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/best-whitewater-rafting-sarapiqui-river-costa-rica-class-ii-iii.a1223071.activity-details?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ![Sarapiquí River: Whitewater Rafting Adventure with Snacks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50530600/5044f2e7-a092-4ae1-84bb-d7292d1d2aad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sarapiquí River: Whitewater Rafting Adventure with Snacks 2h 30m Free cancellation available $72 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sarapiqui-river-whitewater-rafting-adventure-with-snacks.a50530600.activity-details?&rid=603085&location=San+Jos%C3%A9&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in San José | Number of things to do | 301 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | 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): $6 | | Top 5 things to do | [Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio](/things-to-do/catamaran-ocean-king-manuel-antonio.a2054373.activity-details)[Zip Line, Rappel, Hiking La Carpintera Tour in San Jose](/things-to-do/zip-line-rappel-hiking-la-carpintera-tour-in-san-jose.a2238116.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)[Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José](/things-to-do/day-trip-to-tortuga-island-from-san-jose.a4963637.activity-details)[ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ](/things-to-do/isla-tortuga-desde-san-jose.a47970907.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)[Costa Rica Coffee Tasting Experience](/things-to-do/costa-rica-coffee-tasting-experience.a50731229.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)[Zip Line, Rappel, Hiking La Carpintera Tour in San Jose](/things-to-do/zip-line-rappel-hiking-la-carpintera-tour-in-san-jose.a2238116.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)[Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José](/things-to-do/day-trip-to-tortuga-island-from-san-jose.a4963637.activity-details)[ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ](/things-to-do/isla-tortuga-desde-san-jose.a47970907.activity-details) | ## What to do in San José - For free - By area - With kids ### Free Things to Do in San Jose They say the best things in life are free. Make sure you visit the following around San Jose: **TEOR/éTica** \- This is a wonderful place to get your culture hit and find out about the region's artistic side. **Casa Amarilla** \- This popular local landmark is an interesting backdrop for a selfie. **Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica** \- If you're curious about bygone times, this is one stop you ought to visit. **Plaza de la Cultura** \- Wander the streets and take in the character and charm of this vibrant local haunt. **Mercado Central** \- Strike up a conversation with a few locals and discover why many travelers swing by this place. **San Jose Cathedral** \- Gain a better understanding of the local faith at this spiritual sanctuary. **Chirripo National Park** \- Bring along your camera and let the natural surrounds spark your imagination. **Central Park** \- Revitalize your mind and body by spending a little time with Mother Nature. ### Areas & Neighborhoods in San José As Costa Rica's largest city, San Jose has no shortage of distinct districts and barrios to explore. Landmark museums and parks are spread throughout the city's neighborhoods, making it worth your time to slow down and absorb each area's unique flavor before finding the next spot to visit. **Downtown** Downtown San Jose is the cultural heartof the city, with the pedestrian-only Avenida Central acting as its backbone. Home to the Plaza de la Cultura, the downtown area is a popular starting point for tourists looking to explore San Jose's urban attractions. Nearby are sightseeing hotspots such as the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum and the National Theatre, as well as the Tourism Information Office where you can get pointers on where to go next. **Barrio Amon & Aranjuez** The historic areas of Barrio Amon and Aranjuez are home to some of the city's oldest and most ornate buildings. Barrio Amon claims fame as San Jose's first modern neighborhood and is replete with restored colonial architecture, giving it a special charm. **West San Jose** This side of downtown opens up into green spaces and wide, tree-lined residential streets. Here you can find La Sabana Metropolitan Park—a sprawling urban green space also known as the "Lungs of San Jose"—in addition to museums of art and science and the elegant headstones of the General Cemetery, where families gather on All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day. ### What to See in San Jose A relatively young capital—it wasn't officially named as such until 1823—San Jose is characterized by modern buildings mostly from the last century and a handful of elaborate, European-influenced structures that date to the coffee boom of the 19th and 20th centuries. Sites like the National Theatre of Costa Rica, with its elegant, Neoclassical designs, offer a visual break from the concrete complexes. The city's many scenic parks, such as the Japanese-style garden of Okayama Park, are also a natural getaway from the gridlock of downtown. ### Sightseeing in San José Get your fill of Costa Rican heritage and culture by visiting San Jose's museums and historic theaters. Walk back through time in the Jade Museum, whose extensive collection of artifacts features pieces from as early as 500 BC, or visit the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum to see the country's first coin. The National Museum of Costa Rica, housed in a retired military fortress, also showcases the geological, religious, colonial, and modern history of the country. Nearby parks, like the pristine Morazan Park, are dotted with gazebos, fountains, and sculptures and are ripe for hours of relaxed exploring. Costa Rica is also famous for its coffee, and it’s also well worth checking out the growing craft beer scene in Barrio Escalante. ### Things to Do in San Jose with Kids There are lots of incredible experiences in San Jose that the whole gang will enjoy. These are some of the best [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=603085&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) around. - [La Paz Waterfalls](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/la-paz-waterfalls.a3198941.activity-details) - [Barra Honda Caves National Park From San José](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/barra-honda-caves-national-park-from-san-jose.a1216820.activity-details) - [Pacuare River Costa Rica Rafting Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/the-real-pacuare-river-costa-rica-rafting-tour.a1354048.activity-details) - [Rainmaker Waterfalls and Hanging Bridges from Manuel Antonio](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/rainmaker-waterfalls-and-hanging-bridges-from-manuel-antonio.a3252138.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in San José? [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 San José ![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(185 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(268 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) ![Autódromo](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(115 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 4.5/5(313 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/National-Theater-Catedral.d502510.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(148 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(287 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(114 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) #### Avenida Escazú Shopping Center 4/5(7 reviews) During your trip to San Rafael, you can do some window-shopping at Avenida Escazú Shopping Center. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Avenida-Escazu-Shopping-Center-San-Jose.d553248634304708374.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in San José ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### La California 4/5(25 area reviews) 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 National Theater. [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-La-California.dx3000007698) ![Aerial view of La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium and San Jose, Costa Rica Skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975438337/e07ff0fa-7a70-421e-b174-bca70fcf40d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Barrio Escalante 5/5(2 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Barrio-Escalante.dx553248635975438337) ![Aerial view of La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium and San Jose, Costa Rica Skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976384264/98749c1a-b8d4-4163-8e17-d66e06134230.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hospital 4/5(67 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Province-Hospital.dx553248635976384264) ![La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/945975010020155392/24ab4f01-d56b-42df-9008-c5f91bdf60ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### La Sabana If you're spending some time in La Sabana, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-La-Sabana.dx945975010020155392) ![Parque morazan ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3177/ea5a7091-fd66-444c-83b9-da016493dd59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Carmen If you're spending some time in Carmen, Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Carmen.dx553248635976393228) ![Such a treat to see the incredible blue colors of Rio Celeste from above.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229553/da058846-2770-4f00-af4f-7443476f5d43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ciudad Cariari Ciudad Cariari is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cariari Golf Course and Cariari Bowling Center while you're in town. [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Ciudad-Cariari.dx6229553) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/San-Jose.dx603085.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- 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 San José ![Aerial view, panorama, lake and rainforest, Laguna Hule, Alajuela province, Costa Rica, Central America](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11901/9ade8bec-743a-4e93-99ce-09a7a39c2689.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Alajuela ![Beautiful aerial view of the city of San Jose with view of the Sabana Park and the Stadium.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177814/641d55bf-5b17-4b9a-91f2-d588a97de821.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San Antonio de Belen ![Collared Aracari These ones are hard to photograph at eye level. I was lucky enough capture this magfnificent bird at eye level. Visit my full gallery at https://creativenatureart.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180434/52979d9b-cccc-4401-aa43-6985b6e1ae61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Guapiles ![sunset over the mountains in escazu, costa rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500184/bbc06d7b-2d55-4c9e-9410-b2287e21d1cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Escazu ![On our way to Monte de la Cruz, we had a small stop in a plant nursery to take this shot. It started raining but the clouds, the fog and the colors of this place made it magical!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500185/af58d2f7-a4a2-4de4-9b5e-4d247b41a2a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Heredia ![Santa Ana: Costa Rica's Central Valley Suburban Beauty](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/506075/8b7ae24f-1ed0-4d32-bc20-3e3b49eb0494.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Ana ![Beautiful aerial view of the Desamparados Church and park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004865/0738dc6f-2d03-40b5-92e0-ce3a440d1650.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Desamparados ![Montaña del sapo y la cilebra](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004867/1001bf17-9a99-4cac-863d-e6b09d9418ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Patarra ## Frequently asked questions ### Is San José worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in San José? ### What is the top tourist attraction in San José? ### Is three days enough to stay in San José? ### Is San José a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in San José with kids? > - 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