4 Days in San Jose Trip: Budgets, Hotels, Food & Attractions

Day 1 | Morning

National Museum of Costa Rica

Opening Hours: Open on Sun,9:00am-4:30am;Open on Mon-Fri,8:30am-4:30am

Ticket Price: 9 USD

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: Cuesta de Moras, Av. Central, Bella Vista, San José, Costa Rica

You can appreciate the antiquities and culture from Maya to Spanish rule to modern times. The second floor platform overlooks San Jose, which is a good place to learn about Costa Rica's natural, cultural and historical development.

Day 1 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming National Museum of Costa Rica, Pre-Columbian Gold Museum next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Pre-Columbian Gold Museum

Opening Hours: Open from 9:15am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 13 USD

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: Bajos de la Plaza de la Cultura. Avenida Central. Calle 5 San José Centro San José CR 10104, Av. Central, Catedral, San José, Costa Rica

The Gold Museum, located in San Jose, Costa Rica, houses a collection of Colombian gold products, as well as currency and artwork used in modern Costa Rica.

Day 1 | Evening

For convenient access to more popular attractions, Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton is the best places.

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Set in San José’s historic centre, Gran Hotel Costa Rica is housed in an impressive building dating from the 1930s. It offers classically decorated rooms, a spa and an à la carte restaurant.Each spacious room at Gran Hotel Costa Rica has attractive décor with bright finishes and carpeted floors. There is free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and a minibar.The hotel restaurant features a patio and serves a range of gourmet cuisine. There is also a stylish coffee shop and lobby bar.The Gran Hotel’s spa offers treatments including massage, wraps and reflexology. There is also a gym on site.The hotel is within 5 minutes’ walk of San José Cathedral and the National Theatre. The hotel building has been recognised as a site of architectural interest.

Day 2 | Morning

Children's Museum

Ticket Price: 3500 CRC

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: Av 9, Bajos de La Union, San José, Costa Rica

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Day 2 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: La Sabana Park.

La Sabana Park

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: WVPX+CM9, Av. de las Américas, Sabana, San José, Costa Rica

Savannah Park, located in San Jose, Costa Rica, is a great place for tourists to relax. There are many sports facilities in the park, where people can play tennis, roller skating, football, and some people practice acrobatics here. In addition, there are many cute little squirrels in the park.

Day 2 | Evening

After visiting the glorious La Sabana Park, Grano de Oro Hotel nearby is the best place to stay.

Grano de Oro Hotel

This luxurious hotel is located in San Jose City Centre and features an on-site gourmet restaurant, free parking and free Wi-Fi. Hotel Grano de Oro also offers massage services and a rooftop garden.Each spectacular, air-conditioned room at this property features beautiful wood décor, vaulted ceilings and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. They also boast free toiletries, plush linens and a coffee maker.Grano de Oro’s famous restaurant serves a fusion of Costa Rican and European cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It also features a bar with a wide selection of wines and spirits.Many of San Jose’s main sights are within a 10-minute walk of the property, and the hotel’s tour desk can arrange tours of museums, theatres and coffee plantations. Juan Santamaria International Airport is a 15-minute drive away.

Day 3 | Morning

National Theater of Costa Rica

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Thu,Sun,8:00am-5:00pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: Avenida 2, C. 5, Catedral, San José, Costa Rica

The National Grand Theater (TeatroNacional), which broke ground in 1891, was completed and opened on October 21, 1897, with a construction period of seven years. The theater can be said to be a relatively exquisite historical building in the capital San Jose.

Day 3 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming National Theater of Costa Rica, Central Avenue next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Central Avenue

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Costa Rica experiences the city's bustling and shopping main streets.

Day 3 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Hilton San Jose La Sabana is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Hilton San Jose La Sabana

Located in front of Costa Rica's National Stadium and La Sabana Park, our hotel is in the tallest building in Costa Rica. We are surrounded by embassies, corporate offices, and tourist attractions. The city center cultural sites, restaurants, and museums are four kilometers away. Enjoy spectacular views of the city from our 31st floor pool or our restaurant on the 18th floor.

Day 4 | Morning

Metropolitan Cathedral of San José

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: Calle Central, Avenida Segunda, Av. 2, Catedral, San José Province, San José, Costa Rica

Beautiful stained glass paintings on the main altar and windows of this church, with a statue of Pope John Paul at the door, a must-see for art and architecture lovers

Day 4 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Metropolitan Cathedral of San José, Parque Nacional Park next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Parque Nacional Park

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: Bordered by Avdas 1/3 and Calles 15 19 | Barrio Carmen, San Jose 10104, Costa Rica

A park located in downtown San Jose. Beautiful gardens and interesting architecture from different periods in Costa Rican history.

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