Title: Things to Do in Santa Elena in 2026 | Expedia.com [Santa Elena Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Santa-Elena.dx553248635973283445)[Hotels in Santa Elena](https://expedia.com/Santa-Elena-Hotels.d553248635973283445.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Car Rentals in Santa Elena](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Santa-Elena.d553248635973283445.Car-Rental-Guide)[Santa Elena Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Santa-Elena.d553248635973283445.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Santa Elena ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Santa Elena Types of activities [Santa Elena Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Santa-Elena.dx553248635973283445) ![Santa Elena](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635973283445/5463d1b1-7c9c-4807-8d75-fd031bfc904a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Santa Elena](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635973283445/a8cf1148-947f-492c-b162-29d7189b8cbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Santa Elena](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500188/f7bd4d82-368e-4fbd-bf80-0f18c77dc559.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Santa Elena Attractions Discover the sights of Santa Elena with some unique [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=553248635973283445&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips), or try out our list of {10 fun activities in Santa Elena [fun activities in Santa Elena](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=553248635973283445&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}. We have free cancellation and no added fees, so you can rest easy and channel your energy into planning an unforgettable vacation. --- --- ## Recommended things to do in Santa Elena | Number of things to do | 10 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [ATV Tours at JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort Costa Rica](/things-to-do/atv-beach-tour-at-hotel-dreams-las-mareas-costa-rica.a47113714.activity-details): $85 | | Top 5 things to do | [ATV Tours at JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort Costa Rica](/things-to-do/atv-beach-tour-at-hotel-dreams-las-mareas-costa-rica.a47113714.activity-details)[La Leona Adventure Hike – Most Popular Family Tour](/things-to-do/la-leona-adventure-hike-most-popular-family-tour.a48861114.activity-details)[3 Hour ATV Adventure Tour in El Jobo](/things-to-do/3-hour-atv-adventure-tour-in-el-jobo.a46891504.activity-details)[El Tigre Waterfalls Hiking Tour with Lunch and Nature Guide](/things-to-do/el-tigre-waterfalls-hiking-tour-with-lunch-and-nature-guide.a51394821.activity-details)[Rainforest Bijagua Ranas Costa Rica Excursions Travels](/things-to-do/rainforest-bijagua-ranas-costa-rica-excursions-travels.a2711726.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [La Leona Adventure Hike – Most Popular Family Tour](/things-to-do/la-leona-adventure-hike-most-popular-family-tour.a48861114.activity-details)[3 Hour ATV Adventure Tour in El Jobo](/things-to-do/3-hour-atv-adventure-tour-in-el-jobo.a46891504.activity-details)[El Tigre Waterfalls Hiking Tour with Lunch and Nature Guide](/things-to-do/el-tigre-waterfalls-hiking-tour-with-lunch-and-nature-guide.a51394821.activity-details)[Boat tour, Snorkeling and Sunset](/things-to-do/private-sunset-snorkeling-boat-tour-at-dreams-las-mareas.a48914066.activity-details) | ## What to do in Santa Elena - With kids ### Things to Do in Santa Elena with Kids There's fun for the entire family in Santa Elena. Here are a few [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=553248635973283445&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) you can do together that are bound to make your break memorable: - [Rain forest, Wild life, Waterfall and Chocolate Private Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/rain-forest-wild-life-waterfall-and-chocolate-private-tour.a701534.activity-details) - [3 In 1 Volcano Hot Springs & Mud Baths And River Floating Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/3-in-1-volcano-hot-springs-mud-baths-and-river-floating-tour.a1371104.activity-details) - [ATV Tour from Guanacaste](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/atv-tour-from-guanacaste.a2104477.activity-details) - [Wild Life And Horseback Riding Through The Rain Forest](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/wild-life-and-horseback-riding-through-the-rain-forest.a1371098.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Santa Elena? [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 Santa Elena #### Junquillal Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Junquillal Beach during your trip to Santa Elena? [](https://expedia.com/Junquillal-Beach-Santa-Elena.d553248635997364935.Vacation-Attraction) #### Maritza Biological Station Explore the great outdoors at Maritza Biological Station, a lovely green space in Santa Elena. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs. [](https://expedia.com/Maritza-Biological-Station-Santa-Elena.d553248621532964969.Vacation-Attraction) #### Playa Blanca Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Blanca during your trip to Santa Elena? [](https://expedia.com/Playa-Blanca-Santa-Elena.d553248635997364210.Vacation-Attraction) #### La Casona You can find out about the history of Santa Elena with a trip to La Casona. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.com/La-Casona-Santa-Elena.d553248621532964806.Vacation-Attraction) #### Playa Coronado Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Coronado during your trip to Cuajiniquil? [](https://expedia.com/Playa-Coronado-Santa-Elena.d977882272466481152.Vacation-Attraction) #### Pitilla Biological Station Explore the great outdoors at Pitilla Biological Station, a lovely green space in Santa Elena. Discover the area's mountain views and spas. [](https://expedia.com/Pitilla-Biological-Station-Santa-Elena.d553248621532964968.Vacation-Attraction) #### Sector Murciélago Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sector Murciélago during your trip to Santa Elena? [](https://expedia.com/Sector-Murcielago-Santa-Elena.d977882288085905408.Vacation-Attraction) #### Playa Guaria Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Guaria during your trip to Cuajiniquil? [](https://expedia.com/Playa-Guaria-Santa-Elena.d553248635997364848.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 Santa Elena ![Estuary in Salinas Bay, La Cruz, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034169/0e289f7f-006c-4831-8a0b-51469be30552.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### La Cruz ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Santa Elena worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Santa Elena? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Santa Elena? ### Is three days enough to stay in Santa Elena? ### What are some activities to do in Santa Elena with kids? > - [La Leona Adventure Hike – Most Popular Family Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/la-leona-adventure-hike-most-popular-family-tour.a48861114.activity-details) > - [3 Hour ATV Adventure Tour in El Jobo](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/3-hour-atv-adventure-tour-in-el-jobo.a46891504.activity-details) > - [El Tigre Waterfalls Hiking Tour with Lunch and Nature Guide](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/el-tigre-waterfalls-hiking-tour-with-lunch-and-nature-guide.a51394821.activity-details) > - [Boat tour, Snorkeling and Sunset](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/private-sunset-snorkeling-boat-tour-at-dreams-las-mareas.a48914066.activity-details) ### What to do in Santa Elena for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Santa Elena?