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San Jose

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San Jose Travel Guide

San Jose is a city in San Jose, Costa Rica. It has many popular attractions, including Central Avenue, National Museum of Costa Rica, National Theater of Costa Rica, making it well worth a visit.
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Experience San Jose

What to Do

Looking for things to do in San Jose? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Central Avenue

Central Avenue

5.0
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"Featured Neighborhoods"
National Museum of Costa Rica

National Museum of Costa Rica

5.0
5.0/55 Reviews
"Museums"
"Popular Spots"
Volcan Irazu
Nearby City

Volcan Irazu

5.4
4.8/59 Reviews
"Volcanoes"
National Theater of Costa Rica

National Theater of Costa Rica

4.5
4.9/57 Reviews
"Popular Spots"
"Historical Sites"
La Sabana Park

La Sabana Park

4.3
5.0/51 Reviews
"City Parks"
Poas Volcano National Park
Nearby City

Poas Volcano National Park

5.1
2 Reviews
"Volcanoes"
"National Parks"
Museum of Costa Rican Art

Museum of Costa Rican Art

4.0
5.0/52 Reviews
"Art Museums"
Jardins da Cachoeira de La Paz
Nearby City

Jardins da Cachoeira de La Paz

4.7
5.0/52 Reviews
"Waterfalls"
Pre-Columbian Gold Museum

Pre-Columbian Gold Museum

3.9
4.0/51 Reviews
"Museums"
Parque Diversiones

Parque Diversiones

3.9
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"Amusement Parks"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in San Jose, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers.
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Hotel Quinta Avenida

Hotel Quinta Avenida

3.7/529 Reviews
AC Hotel San Jose Escazu
Hotel Milan Costa Rica

Hotel Milan Costa Rica

3.8/562 Reviews
Hotel 1492

Hotel 1492

3.9/531 Reviews
Studio Hotel Boutique

Studio Hotel Boutique

4.4/5105 Reviews
Autentico Hotel

Autentico Hotel

4.2/561 Reviews
Luxhigh Hotel San José

What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top San Jose dishes and foodie spots.
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Zuntra Bo. Escalante

Zuntra Bo. Escalante

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"Bars/Bistros"
Doma Escalante

Doma Escalante

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The Cloud

The Cloud

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Isolina

Isolina

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"Latin American"
Azotea Calle 7

Azotea Calle 7

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Average price per person: USD28
"Bars/Bistros"
Restaurante Silvestre

Restaurante Silvestre

1 Reviews
Average price per person: USD37
"Latin American"
Tin Jo

Tin Jo

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Average price per person: USD39
"Vegetarian"
"Open Late"
La Esquina de Buenos Aires

La Esquina de Buenos Aires

4.4/58 Reviews
Average price per person: USD35
"Western-style"
"Open Late"
Bar Rest. Malibu (Theo's)

Bar Rest. Malibu (Theo's)

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Average price per person: USD6
"Western-style"
The Corner Pizzeria

The Corner Pizzeria

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Average price per person: USD12
"Western-style"
"Open Late"
Cafe-Te-Ria

Cafe-Te-Ria

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Average price per person: USD4
"Coffee Shops"
Cafenauta

Cafenauta

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Average price per person: USD15
"Western-style"

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Central American Advanture
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Colombian coffe in La Sabana
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Hotel with great location
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Great variety of Asian food and Product
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Beautiful Park in San Jose
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Most beautiful church in San Jose
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