Title: Things to Do in Nicoya in 2026 | Expedia.com [Nicoya Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Nicoya.dx601126)[Hotels in Nicoya](https://expedia.com/Nicoya-Hotels.d601126.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Nicoya](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Nicoya.d601126.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Nicoya](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Nicoya.d601126.Car-Rental-Guide)[Nicoya Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Nicoya.d601126.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Nicoya ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Nicoya Types of activities Where to stay [Nicoya Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Nicoya.dx601126) ![Samara Beach Costa Rica: Pacific Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601126/c081dd01-b535-4726-8b72-2246a8dda88b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Samara Beach Costa Rica: Pacific Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601126/c081dd01-b535-4726-8b72-2246a8dda88b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Patrimonio arquitectónico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601126/70de353c-f4e7-4e19-8f4b-0d5d41eaa6cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Nicoya Attractions Smaller cities have an aura about them you won't find in their larger counterparts. Make a note of all the exciting things to do in Nicoya before you travel so you can see as much as possible during your escape. You'll soon see that bigger isn't always better! If you're ready to hit the streets of Nicoya, join a few of the top [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=601126&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips) on offer, and let a friendly guide show you the most popular tourist attractions. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our {35 fun activities in Nicoya [fun activities in Nicoya](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=601126&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)} are also worth checking out. --- - ![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 Nicoya ### Tours & day trips [See all 22 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Isla Chora Kayak and Snorkel Activity](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47009299/d907fad6-bb6a-4172-a193-1da900d96b58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Isla Chora Kayak and Snorkel Activity 3h Free cancellation available $59 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/isla-chora-kayak-and-snorkel-activity.a47009299.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Nosara: Traditional Costa Rican Cooking Class and Meal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48335581/421de465-2f9e-4e05-ace5-f8251859acd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nosara: Traditional Costa Rican Cooking Class and Meal 2h Free cancellation available $65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nosara-traditional-costa-rican-cooking-class-and-meal.a48335581.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![ATV Mountain & Beach Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2869108/65bf50fe-ce98-446c-8b25-75d1b9c02359.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### ATV Mountain & Beach Tour 3h Free cancellation available $124 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/atv-mountain-beach-tour.a2869108.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Sea Turtle Nesting and Hatching Tour Samara and Carrillo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50735321/552a10a3-c86e-41e7-a836-9622b137417e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sea Turtle Nesting and Hatching Tour Samara and Carrillo 4h Free cancellation available $64 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sea-turtle-nesting-and-hatching-tour-samara-and-carrillo.a50735321.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Sunset & Wildlife Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2869777/e296e0bc-a3ce-4c95-8b7e-b1dae67eafdf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sunset & Wildlife Tour 3h Free cancellation available $124 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sunset-wildlife-tour.a2869777.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Sailboat Adventure in Nosara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49463217/98e36283-1786-4fbc-b6a9-cd9facd06d64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sailboat Adventure in Nosara 3h Free cancellation available $130 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nosara-catamaran-charter.a49463217.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Samara Horseback Riding](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46561169/3c041073-221c-4687-bf8e-2c629b414a30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Samara Horseback Riding 2h 30m Free cancellation available $79 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/samara-horseback-riding.a46561169.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Palo Verde Boat Tours, Ortega](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2249380/1760cf89-7808-480d-aafc-c4cc7c2970bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Palo Verde Boat Tours, Ortega 3h 10m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available $100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/palo-verde-boat-tours-ortega.a2249380.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Guided Naturalist Walk in Curu Wilderness Refuge](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49757577/2a47ba4e-02db-4b72-8714-8c1c1e2dc890.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Naturalist Walk in Curu Wilderness Refuge 2h Free cancellation available $65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/guided-naturalist-walk-in-curu-wilderness-refuge.a49757577.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Rain Forest Canopy Tour from Tamarindo: Zipline, Hanging Bridge](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1346872/5b2b93df-8948-48e1-8df0-71b0e4e779fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rain Forest Canopy Tour from Tamarindo: Zipline, Hanging Bridge 2h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available $60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/rain-forest-canopy-tour-from-tamarindo-zipline-hanging-bridge.a1346872.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 9 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Nosara: Traditional Costa Rican Cooking Class and Meal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48335581/421de465-2f9e-4e05-ace5-f8251859acd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nosara: Traditional Costa Rican Cooking Class and Meal 2h Free cancellation available $65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nosara-traditional-costa-rican-cooking-class-and-meal.a48335581.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Palo Verde Boat Tours, Ortega](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2249380/1760cf89-7808-480d-aafc-c4cc7c2970bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Palo Verde Boat Tours, Ortega 3h 10m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available $100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/palo-verde-boat-tours-ortega.a2249380.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![2-Hour Cooking Class in Nosara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45021790/6c6cf49f-939c-446a-a572-74c194d5dca8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 2-Hour Cooking Class in Nosara 2h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available $65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/2-hour-cooking-class-in-nosara.a45021790.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Coffee Plantation Visit and Tasting Activity in Costa Rica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46557743/8f7afb1f-6353-4139-9f3a-a8ec06cc3ced.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Coffee Plantation Visit and Tasting Activity in Costa Rica 5h 30m Free cancellation available $85 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/coffee-plantation-visit-and-tasting-activity-in-costa-rica.a46557743.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Private Surf Class with a Local Instructor](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50649448/bbf7cb12-60e3-4844-888a-5a61eca1bf04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Surf Class with a Local Instructor 1h Free cancellation available $90 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-surf-class-with-a-local-instructor.a50649448.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Guided Cooking Class with a Local in Samara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47599034/95670d64-864a-424f-9e1b-362898742652.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Cooking Class with a Local in Samara 3h Free cancellation available $64 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/guided-cooking-class-with-a-local-in-samara.a47599034.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Coffe Tour and Cultural Experience on the Blue zone of Nicoya](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49213329/adc09712-e7e3-4209-9f28-d493aa87f6f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Coffe Tour and Cultural Experience on the Blue zone of Nicoya 6h Free cancellation available $200 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/coffe-tour-and-chorotega-cultural-experience-on-the-blue-zone.a49213329.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Surf Therapy Session](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46912941/0f99b773-0d86-42f0-baec-3f04dcf675f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surf Therapy Session 2h 30m Free cancellation available $90 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/3-hours-private-guided-surf-therapy-session-in-tamarindo.a46912941.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Fruit Atelier in Guanacaste La Casita Barra Honda](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50704690/f129aade-fcf4-4f56-806a-c647ec6573c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Fruit Atelier in Guanacaste La Casita Barra Honda 2h Free cancellation available $65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/fruit-atelier-in-guanacaste-la-casita-barra-honda.a50704690.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 7 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Kayak Through the Mangroves](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50640599/526c07f8-087b-4847-8cd1-7d1ba7e58fe6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kayak Through the Mangroves 2h Free cancellation available $90 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kayak-through-the-mangroves.a50640599.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Private Surf Class with a Local Instructor](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50649448/bbf7cb12-60e3-4844-888a-5a61eca1bf04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Surf Class with a Local Instructor 1h Free cancellation available $90 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-surf-class-with-a-local-instructor.a50649448.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Snorkeling Costa Rica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2634993/d9a7e393-8335-49a1-a79c-4e89edd39a81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Snorkeling Costa Rica 4h $796 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/snorkeling-costa-rica.a2634993.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Kayaking and Stand-up Paddle Boarding in Costa Rica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44939323/2120f7dc-7307-4bb3-911f-6d5ee993e1c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kayaking and Stand-up Paddle Boarding in Costa Rica 2h 15m Free cancellation available $90 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kayaking-and-stand-up-paddle-boarding-in-costa-rica.a44939323.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Epic surf-lessons at beautiful Samara beach.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5005018/d9300037-8dd1-4704-b9d2-cbb5c50d6fb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Epic surf-lessons at beautiful Samara beach. 2h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available $60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/surf-lessons-playa-tamarindo.a5005018.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Surf Therapy Session](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46912941/0f99b773-0d86-42f0-baec-3f04dcf675f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surf Therapy Session 2h 30m Free cancellation available $90 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/3-hours-private-guided-surf-therapy-session-in-tamarindo.a46912941.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Surf Lessons for the whole family in Playa Sámara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50858394/af22a125-cb3b-4b5b-a77f-4758e0bc6d3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surf Lessons for the whole family in Playa Sámara 1h 30m Free cancellation available $90 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/surf-lessons-for-the-whole-family-in-playa-samara.a50858394.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ### History & culture [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&filter.categories=HistoryCulture) ![Nosara: Traditional Costa Rican Cooking Class and Meal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48335581/421de465-2f9e-4e05-ace5-f8251859acd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nosara: Traditional Costa Rican Cooking Class and Meal 2h Free cancellation available $65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nosara-traditional-costa-rican-cooking-class-and-meal.a48335581.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![PALO VERDE BOAT TOUR & FARMING TOUR](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48157769/2781f886-9a95-415f-bcf6-ef74042edf3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### PALO VERDE BOAT TOUR & FARMING TOUR 6h Free cancellation available $115 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/palo-verde-boat-tour-farming-tour.a48157769.activity-details?&rid=601126&location=Nicoya&swp=off) ![Coffe Tour and Cultural Experience on the Blue zone of Nicoya](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49213329/adc09712-e7e3-4209-9f28-d493aa87f6f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Coffe Tour and Cultural Experience on the Blue zone of Nicoya 6h Free cancellation available $200 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_601126) ## Recommended things to do in Nicoya | Number of things to do | 35 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Jungle Safari in Playa Samara](/things-to-do/jungle-safari-in-playa-samara.a46490867.activity-details): $38 | | Top 5 things to do | [Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2](/things-to-do/jungle-and-beach-tour-horseback-riding-2h-1-2.a1244891.activity-details)[ATV Mountain & Beach Tour](/things-to-do/atv-mountain-beach-tour.a2869108.activity-details)[Nosara: Traditional Costa Rican Cooking Class and Meal](/things-to-do/nosara-traditional-costa-rican-cooking-class-and-meal.a48335581.activity-details)[2-Hour Cooking Class in Nosara](/things-to-do/2-hour-cooking-class-in-nosara.a45021790.activity-details)[Coffee Plantation Visit and Tasting Activity in Costa Rica](/things-to-do/coffee-plantation-visit-and-tasting-activity-in-costa-rica.a46557743.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2](/things-to-do/jungle-and-beach-tour-horseback-riding-2h-1-2.a1244891.activity-details)[2-Hour Cooking Class in Nosara](/things-to-do/2-hour-cooking-class-in-nosara.a45021790.activity-details)[Sailboat Adventure in Nosara](/things-to-do/nosara-catamaran-charter.a49463217.activity-details)[Epic surf-lessons at beautiful Samara beach.](/things-to-do/surf-lessons-playa-tamarindo.a5005018.activity-details)[Palo Verde Boat Tours, Ortega](/things-to-do/palo-verde-boat-tours-ortega.a2249380.activity-details) | ## What to do in Nicoya - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Nicoya Vacationing on a shoestring budget in Nicoya? Spend time, not your paycheck, on awesome experiences. **La Casa de la Cultura** \- Strike up a conversation with a few locals and find out why many travelers call in at this place. **Iglesia de San Blas** \- Connect with your spiritual side or simply lose yourself in the serene atmosphere at this sacred site. **Barra Honda National Park** \- Bring along your camera and let nature spark a sense of awe in you. **Barra Honda National Park** \- If you relish pottering around the garden, this attraction will satisfy your inner green thumb. ### Things to Do in Nicoya with Kids There are plenty of sensational experiences in Nicoya that the whole gang will love. Here are some of the best [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=601126&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) in the area. - [ATV and Canopy Zip-line Tour from Tamarindo](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/atv-and-canopy-zip-line-tour-from-tamarindo.a1014125.activity-details) - [ATV Mountain and Beach Tour from Flamingo Beach](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/atv-mountain-and-beach-tour-from-flamingo-beach.a1014003.activity-details) - [Dry Forest Nature Hike by Tico Trails](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/surfing-lessons-with-certified-instructor.a1005497.activity-details) - [Safari Horse Riding Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/safari-horse-riding-tour.a2103999.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Nicoya? [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 Nicoya ![Patrimonio arquitectónico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601126/70de353c-f4e7-4e19-8f4b-0d5d41eaa6cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Recaredo Briceno Park Explore the great outdoors at Recaredo Briceno Park, a lovely green space in Nicoya. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Recaredo-Briceno-Park-Nicoya.d553248621594952154.Vacation-Attraction) #### Nicoya Colonial Church After visiting Nicoya Colonial Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside. [](https://expedia.com/Nicoya-Colonial-Church-Nicoya.d6229546.Vacation-Attraction) #### La Casa de la Cultura You can spend time browsing the exhibits at La Casa de la Cultura during your travels in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside. [](https://expedia.com/La-Casa-De-La-Cultura-Nicoya.d553248621532964812.Vacation-Attraction) #### Iglesia de San Blas After visiting Iglesia de San Blas, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside. [](https://expedia.com/Iglesia-De-San-Blas-Nicoya.d553248621532964811.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Nicoya ![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) ### El Carmen If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Carmen and surrounding area, you can visit La Casa de la Cultura and Recaredo Briceno Park. [](https://expedia.com/Nicoya-El-Carmen.dx553248635976397888) ![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) ### Casitas While Casitas isn't home to many top sights, Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.com/Nicoya-Casitas.dx553248635976008270) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Nicoya.dx601126.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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