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San José is Costa Rica’s capital. It is called “Chepe”, a local nickname for those called “José”. There you find museums, historic buildings, parks, street fairs, restaurants and bars at walking distance from the historic center.
What to do in San Jose?
San José is a vibrant city as many capitals of the world. One of its main attractions is "Avenida Central", a long street that connects with the historic center. You can appreciate the perfect blend between its old and modern architecture.
We suggest starting your visit in “Plaza de la Cultura” at the historic center. This is a place where you’ll see street artists performing live. You can also visit some historic buildings like the National Theater, the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, the Numismatic Museum, The Metropolitan Cathedral, the Melico Salazar Theater, the Metallic Building, The Jade Museum, the National Museum, the Democracy Plaza among other interesting places.
San José is a vibrant city as many capitals of the world. One of its main attractions is "Avenida Central", a long street that connects with the historic center. You can appreciate the perfect blend between its old and modern architecture.
We suggest starting your visit in “Plaza de la Cultura” at the historic center. This is a place where you’ll see street artists performing live. You can also visit some historic buildings like the National Theater, the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, the Numismatic Museum, The Metropolitan Cathedral, the Melico Salazar Theater, the Metallic Building, The Jade Museum, the National Museum, the Democracy Plaza among other interesting places.
Best tours in San Jose:
- San José City Tour
- San José gastronomic Tour
- Biking Tour in San José
- Explore San José outskirts to watch some fauna like sloths, birds, and butterflies.
- San José City Tour
- San José gastronomic Tour
- Biking Tour in San José
- Explore San José outskirts to watch some fauna like sloths, birds, and butterflies.
Where to stay in San Jose?
The best place to stay in San José is near the Alajuela airport to avoid traffic. But if you’re interested in exploring the city the nicest and safest areas of town are Cariari and San Antonio-Belén areas.
The best place to stay in San José is near the Alajuela airport to avoid traffic. But if you’re interested in exploring the city the nicest and safest areas of town are Cariari and San Antonio-Belén areas.
Best hotels in San Jose:
- InterContinental Hotel
- Barceló San José
- DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari
- Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
- Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
- InterContinental Hotel
- Barceló San José
- DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari
- Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
- Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
What to eat in San Jose?
If you are planning on experiencing authentic Costa Rican food, we recommend you trying a delicious soup or gallos (similar to tacos), seafood or beef stew and you don’t want to miss the black beans.
If you are planning on experiencing authentic Costa Rican food, we recommend you trying a delicious soup or gallos (similar to tacos), seafood or beef stew and you don’t want to miss the black beans.
Traditional food in San Jose:
- Casado. Meat, rice, beans, vegetables, yuca and fried plantains.
- Beef or Fish with fried plantains.
- Gallo Pinto. Beans and rice with fried eggs and corn tortillas.
- Ceviche. Raw fish marinated with lemon juice and spices.
- Casado. Meat, rice, beans, vegetables, yuca and fried plantains.
- Beef or Fish with fried plantains.
- Gallo Pinto. Beans and rice with fried eggs and corn tortillas.
- Ceviche. Raw fish marinated with lemon juice and spices.
- Gallo. Corn tortillas that can be filled with shredded meat of the type you prefer and salad with ingredients of your choice.
Where to eat in San Jose?
Restaurants in San José offer the most varied types of food. In the capital city you will find from traditional Costa Rican food, Central American food, seafood and even Italian food, all of excellent quality, for the most demanding taste. Come and enjoy the true meaning of the phrase: Pura Vida!
Restaurants in San José offer the most varied types of food. In the capital city you will find from traditional Costa Rican food, Central American food, seafood and even Italian food, all of excellent quality, for the most demanding taste. Come and enjoy the true meaning of the phrase: Pura Vida!
Best restaurants in San Jose:
- Restaurant Silvestre (Latin and international food)
- 11.47 Restaurant (Central American and Costa Rican food)
- Restaurant and Viewpoint Ram Luna (Costa Rican and International food)
- La Criollita (Latin and Central American food)
- El Mercado Central (the most inexpensive option)
- Restaurant Silvestre (Latin and international food)
- 11.47 Restaurant (Central American and Costa Rican food)
- Restaurant and Viewpoint Ram Luna (Costa Rican and International food)
- La Criollita (Latin and Central American food)
- El Mercado Central (the most inexpensive option)
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