Central Valley
Travel Guide
Visit Central Valley
Where to stay in Central Valley
La California
Check out the restaurants, shopping, and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater.
Barrio Escalante
Barrio Escalante might not have many top sights, but San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Carmen
If you're spending some time in Carmen, Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture are top sights worth seeing.
Mata Redonda
If you're spending some time in Mata Redonda, National Stadium of Costa Rica and Estadio Nacional are top sights worth seeing.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Chirripo National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.
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Popular places to visit
Poás Volcano National Park
Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Poas Volcano National Park, a popular green space in San Jose. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and waterfalls.
La Paz Waterfall Gardens
Meet the native and exotic animals and discover why La Paz Waterfall Gardens is a favorite in Vara Blanca. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and charming coffeehouses.
Central Park
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.
Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening at Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
National Museum of Costa Rica
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.
Morazan Park
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.
- Poás Volcano National Park
- Multiplaza Mall Escazu
- Sabana Park
- National Stadium of Costa Rica
- Braulio Carrillo National Park
- Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
- Central Park
- Costa Rica Convention Center
- University of Costa Rica
- Parque Viva
- Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu
- National Museum of Costa Rica
- Morazan Park
- Irazu Volcano National Park
- National Theater
- Museum of Costa Rican Art
- San Pedro Mall
- Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center
- Plaza Real Cariari
- Camara de Ganaderos de San Carlos
- Hospital Cima San José
- Mercado Central
- Parque La Sabana
- Parque Nacional Los Quetzales
- City Mall
- Hacienda Alsacia
- Estadio Nacional
- Catarata del Toro
- Momentum Lindora Shopping Center
- Cerro de La Muerte Peak
- Children's Eternal Rainforest
- San Jose Cathedral