Ciudad Cariari Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Jude Newkirk
Photo by Jude Newkirk

Popular places to visit

San Jose featuring forest scenes and mountains

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.

Central Park
National Museum of Costa Rica

National Museum of Costa Rica

You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

National Museum of Costa Rica
Parque Viva

Parque Viva

Learn about the events happening in Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.

Parque Viva
National Theater

National Theater

4/5(2 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at National Theater on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

National Theater
Morazan Park

Morazan Park

Explore the great outdoors at Morazan Park, a lovely green space in San José. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Morazan Park
Mercado Central

Mercado Central

During your trip to San José, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mercado Central. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.

Mercado Central

Activities

Day trip Tortuga Island - From San José

Day trip Tortuga Island - From San José

AU$177
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Day trip Tortuga Island - From San José
Full Day Poas Volcano, Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Tour

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

AU$281
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience
Arenal Volcano Experience Day Trip

Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose

AU$256
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

AU$138
per adult
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
Open-Air Rainforest Gondola Flight

Rainforest Adventures in Costa Rica Aerial Tram Tour Braulio Carrillo

AU$119
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Rainforest Adventures in Costa Rica Aerial Tram Tour Braulio Carrillo
Irazú Volcano Half DayTrip

Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica

AU$154
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
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Our pick of the best Ciudad Cariari Hotel Deals

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
3.5 out of 5
Sobre Autopista General Cañas, Ulloa, Heredia
The price is AU$167 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$167
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,047 reviews)
"Good breakfast"

Reviewed on 6 Feb. 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas, 3 Miles South of Intl Airport, La Asunción, Heredia
The price is AU$179 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$179
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,491 reviews)
"Excellent services"

Reviewed on 5 Feb. 2025

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
4 out of 5
Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio, San Antonio Belen Intersection, La Asunción
The price is AU$243 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$243
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The hotel is so beautiful; however, the area is very loud located next to the hospital and major hwy. The breakfast buffet is great, but the items off the menu (room service meals) we ordered were terrible, especially for the price. For these 2 reasons, we would likely choose a different location ..."

Reviewed on 3 Feb. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
3 out of 5
Diagonal a McDonalds, del Centro Comercial Real Cariari, Ulloa, Heredia
The price is AU$160 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
AU$160
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Very clean- good breakfast!"

Reviewed on 7 Feb. 2025

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd, Rio Segundo
The price is AU$247 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$247
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 3-star 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! (2,277 reviews)
"It’s a decent airport stop…. Clean and with enough amenities before a flight. This mornings bag breakfast is the only negative I have and that’s because it had a fully rotten apple in my bag. Like push your finger into it rotten. So I don’t know if they pack the bags way in advance?? Otherwise a ..."

Reviewed on 6 Feb. 2025

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
1 Km E from Juan SantaMaria Airport, Rio Segundo, Alajuela
The price is AU$304 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$304
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 3-star 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! (1,321 reviews)
Airport access
"Clean comfortable room. 1 night airpot stay"

Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Ciudad Cariari

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Pavas

While Pavas isn't home to many top sights, Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Amusement Park San Jose are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pavas
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Cacique

Cacique might not have many top sights, but Ojo de Agua Spa Park and City Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cacique
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Rohrmoser

Though Rohrmoser may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Estadio Nacional and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

Rohrmoser
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Uruca

If you're spending some time in Uruca, Amusement Park San Jose and Pueblo Antiguo are top sights worth seeing.

Uruca
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Mata Redonda

While visiting Mata Redonda, you might make a stop by sights like National Stadium of Costa Rica and Estadio Nacional.

Mata Redonda
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Agonía

While visiting Agonía, you might make a stop by sights like Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto and Alajuela Cathedral.

Agonía

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