Title: Visit Santo Domingo: 2026 Travel Guide for Santo Domingo, San José | Expedia.com

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# Santo Domingo

## Travel Guide

![Beautiful aerial view of the Santo Domingo Church in Heredia Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004873/cc7b36fd-cc06-4e09-9da3-e93636911352.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Beautiful aerial view of the Santo Domingo Church in Heredia Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/829085887118733312/d61d5273-1da8-432e-8e13-0d9f956a8587.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Beautiful aerial view of the Santo Domingo Church in Heredia Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004873/b43d8232-1c26-45a0-80f3-f5e6f6d89818.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Santo Domingo

Things to do

- Santo Domingo Hotel Deals
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![Barceló San José](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/790000/789000/788912/459f24b6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Barceló San José

Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose

$64 nightly

$72 total

Mar 31 - Apr 1

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,953 reviews)

The property is a bit away from the airport and took a while to reach but was with the wait. It is a beautiful resort with well appointed rooms and a wonderful buffet breakfast. The airport shuttle was prompt and helpful, given the intense traffic in the area. We were upgraded to a suite which had ...

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

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Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Autopista General Canas La Asunción Heredia

$103 nightly

$116 total

Mar 29 - Mar 30

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this spa hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

7.6/10 Good! (2,031 reviews)

There were no hot water in the room to take a shower. The receptionist did not bother to tell us of the problem upon check in or help find a solution.

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

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Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo 

$151 nightly

$171 total

Apr 5 - Apr 6

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,445 reviews)

Staff. Business- friendly.

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

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Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

East side of Costa Rica Country Club San Rafael 

Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in San Rafael. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (983 reviews)

Clean room and nice staff

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

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Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

300 meters north ICE building San José San Jose

Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

9/10 Wonderful! (748 reviews)

One of the reasons I booked this hotel was that it stated in the description that the suite contained a washer and dryer. It doesn’t. The laundry room is downstairs and it costs US$12 to wash and dry a load. The suite itself was huge with a very comfortable bed in a separate bedroom. The breakfast ...

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

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![BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67560000/67550900/67550811/9fceaf98_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

San José, Barrio Escalante. San José San José

Stay at this apartment in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (247 reviews)

The condo was clean but smelled of disinfectant. The smell was so unpleasant that I had to keep the window open all the time. Although the window stayed open for the entire time, the smell remained. As soon as I stepped into this condo, I called the BEE management and asked for a different condo, ...

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

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### Popular places to visit

![Estadio National and La Sabana Park. San José Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507595/a90020ae-c78c-4a6b-b4db-8e7642ad88b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Sabana Park

4/5(189 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene. 

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![Beautiful aerial view os the city of San Jose Costa Rica, and its main park The Sabana ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101134/b27329da-b981-4821-9424-d629ab914aa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### National Stadium of Costa Rica

4.5/5(270 reviews)

Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. 

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![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. 

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![Parque Central de San José en Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507591/ffc02a7a-38fa-4cdc-9dc2-79fa04c60bd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Central Park

4/5(116 reviews)

You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. 

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![Beautiful aerial view of the National theater in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502510/18438218-b063-43f9-9baf-a725b0ecabd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### National Theater of Costa Rica

4.5/5(317 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at National Theater during your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area. 

[](https://expedia.com/National-Theater-Catedral.d502510.Vacation-Attraction)

![Beautiful aerial view of the Morazan Park in Costa Rica ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507589/ae1cf23c-ebe0-404a-adcb-96c9474736d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Morazan Park

4/5(156 reviews)

Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area. 

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### Things to do

![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=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

$55

per adult

**92%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-by-night-small-group-food-and-culture-tour-with-dinner.a274749.activity-details)

![ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47970907/9858f2e7-49d1-494c-b4b0-cdc4bfb19774.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ

$135

per adult

**90%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/isla-tortuga-desde-san-jose.a47970907.activity-details)

![Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44830499/1c81724e-fe54-465a-86f9-5f9861f39b21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience

$180

per adult

**98%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-poas-volcano.a44830499.activity-details)

![San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44781466/3e2ab5b5-f174-47b1-876a-19fc6532bd3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour

$35

per adult

**98%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-central-market-bites-and-sights-walking-tour.a44781466.activity-details)

![White Water Rafting Pacuare River From San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/973849/3f2a2556-74d5-44d6-af3d-1b89c821dff2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### White Water Rafting Pacuare River with Lunch From San Jose

$121

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

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![Our VIP City Bus](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1351460/e8c94d5b-f77e-4443-b2b0-a1c89b71bcd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour

$80

per adult

**80%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-walking-and-bus-city-tour.a1351460.activity-details)

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## Cities near Santo Domingo

![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

![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

- Cities near Santo Domingo
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- [Sabana Park ](https://expedia.com/Sabana-Park-La-Sabana.d507595.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Poás Volcano National Park ](https://expedia.com/Poas-Volcano-National-Park-Alajuela-Province.d6101077.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Multiplaza Mall Escazu ](https://expedia.com/Multiplaza-Mall-Escazu-San-Jose.d6128290.Vacation-Attraction)
- [National Stadium of Costa Rica ](https://expedia.com/National-Stadium-Of-Costa-Rica-La-Sabana.d6101134.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Braulio Carrillo National Park ](https://expedia.com/Braulio-Carrillo-National-Park-Costa-Rica.d6101121.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu ](https://expedia.com/Parque-Nacional-Volcan-Irazu-San-Jose.d6101086.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Parque Viva ](https://expedia.com/Parque-Viva-San-Jose.d553248634304701374.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Avenida Escazú Shopping Center ](https://expedia.com/Avenida-Escazu-Shopping-Center-San-Jose.d553248634304708374.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Costa Rica Convention Center ](https://expedia.com/Costa-Rica-Convention-Center-San-Jose.d553248635934140764.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Central Park ](https://expedia.com/Central-Park-Hospital.d507591.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center ](https://expedia.com/Terrazas-Lindora-Shopping-Center-San-Jose.d553248635965378246.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Estadio Nacional ](https://expedia.com/Estadio-Nacional-La-Sabana.d6298647.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Plaza Real Cariari ](https://expedia.com/Plaza-Real-Cariari-San-Jose.d6193950.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Hacienda Alsacia ](https://expedia.com/Hacienda-Alsacia-San-Jose.d553248635976095285.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Museum of Costa Rican Art ](https://expedia.com/Museum-Of-Costa-Rican-Art-La-Sabana.d6071335.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Momentum Lindora Shopping Center ](https://expedia.com/Momentum-Lindora-Shopping-Center-San-Jose.d6255470.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Irazu Volcano National Park ](https://expedia.com/Irazu-Volcano-National-Park-Santa-Rosa.d6255883.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Mercado Central ](https://expedia.com/Mercado-Central-Merced.d502512.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Hospital Cima San José ](https://expedia.com/Hospital-Cima-San-Jose-San-Jose.d553248633958218823.Vacation-Attraction)
- [National Theater of Costa Rica ](https://expedia.com/National-Theater-Catedral.d502510.Vacation-Attraction)
- [National Museum of Costa Rica ](https://expedia.com/National-Museum-Of-Costa-Rica-Catedral.d502506.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Poas Volcano ](https://expedia.com/Poas-Volcano-Toro-Amarillo.d637588045641596928.Vacation-Attraction)
- [City Mall ](https://expedia.com/City-Mall-San-Jose.d553248633958246708.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Morazan Park ](https://expedia.com/Morazan-Park-Carmen.d507589.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Our Lady of the Angels Basilica ](https://expedia.com/Our-Lady-Of-The-Angels-Basilica-Oriental.d6101082.Vacation-Attraction)
- [San Pedro Mall ](https://expedia.com/San-Pedro-Mall-San-Jose.d6071343.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Juan Santamaría Park ](https://expedia.com/Juan-Santamaria-Park-San-Jose.d553248621532619550.Vacation-Attraction)
- [University of Costa Rica ](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Costa-Rica-San-Jose.d502513.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Clinica Biblica Hospital ](https://expedia.com/Clinica-Biblica-Hospital-Catedral.d674564751422951424.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Church of Puriscal ](https://expedia.com/Church-Of-Puriscal-Santiago-de-Puriscal.d553248621592457079.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Alajuela Cathedral ](https://expedia.com/Alajuela-Cathedral-Agonia.d553248621532619549.Vacation-Attraction)
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