Title: Things to Do in San Juan in 2026 | Expedia.com [San Juan Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/San-Juan.dx553248635928404059)[Hotels in San Juan](https://expedia.com/San-Juan-Hotels.d553248635928404059.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to San Juan](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Juan.d553248635928404059.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in San Juan](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-San-Juan.d553248635928404059.Car-Rental-Guide)[San Juan Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/San-Juan.d553248635928404059.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in San Juan ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit San Juan Types of activities [San Juan Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/San-Juan.dx553248635928404059) --- - ![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 San Juan ### Tours & day trips [See all 185 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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 40 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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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 9 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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 66 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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 9 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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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 9.8/10 497 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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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 24 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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 52 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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 10/10 11 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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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 39 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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 47 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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 $139 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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&swp=off) ![San Jose ART Walking Tour - small groups, creative experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1248401/f3e7d82d-b138-43db-bbdd-71c6a6a2f347.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose ART Walking Tour - small groups, creative experience 2h 9.2/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-art-walking-tour-small-groups-creative-experience.a1248401.activity-details?&rid=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&swp=off) ![Costa Rica Wild : Premium All Inclusive Experience 8 Days](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3880789/0d4a7fa7-b149-4a5b-ba55-c48a87cfde99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Costa Rica Wild : Premium All Inclusive Experience 8 Days 8d Free cancellation available $1,987 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/wild-costa-rica-best-destinations-in-costa-rica-for-8-days.a3880789.activity-details?&rid=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&swp=off) ### Cruises & boat tours [See all 8 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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 40 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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&swp=off) ![Bioluminescence Tour; Speedboat, Camping (From San José)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51748086/18578d35-b641-4b89-ab5c-2a1328f016b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bioluminescence Tour; Speedboat, Camping (From San José) 2d Free cancellation available $199 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/bioluminescence-tour-speedboat-camping-from-san-jose.a51748086.activity-details?&rid=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&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=553248635928404059&location=San+Juan&swp=off) 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_553248635928404059) ## Recommended things to do in San Juan | Number of things to do | 220 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | 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)[Hormigas Town Ant Experience](/things-to-do/hormigas-town-ant-experience.a45708832.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) | | 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 Juan --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in San Juan? [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 Juan ![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) ![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) ![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) #### 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) #### Plaza Real Cariari 4/5(123 reviews) During your trip to Ulloa, you can do some window-shopping at Plaza Real Cariari. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Plaza-Real-Cariari-San-Jose.d6193950.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 San Juan ![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 ![Iglesia Ladrillos](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975874090/54def88e-df31-40d7-84e9-dca32ffa8ccb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Calle Blancos ![Inbio parque costa rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/828945982459760640/ab162b5d-015b-4471-9353-394845fd416f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Rosa ## Frequently asked questions ### Is San Juan worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in San Juan? ### What is the top tourist attraction in San Juan? ### Is three days enough to stay in San Juan? ### Is San Juan a walkable neighborhood? ### What are some activities to do in San Juan with kids? > - [Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/catamaran-ocean-king-manuel-antonio.a2054373.activity-details) > - [Zip Line, Rappel, Hiking La Carpintera Tour in San Jose](https://expedia.com/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](https://expedia.com/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](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/day-trip-to-tortuga-island-from-san-jose.a4963637.activity-details) > - [ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/isla-tortuga-desde-san-jose.a47970907.activity-details) ### What to do in San Juan for adults? ### Are there free things to do in San Juan? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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