Chinatown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

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 in 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 exploring the galleries in 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 acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

National Theater
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.

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.
Activities

Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose

Oaxaca City: Monte Alban Guided Archaeological Tour with transportation

Skip the Line:Day Ticket-La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge

Half-Day San Jose Evening Bus Tour with Dinner and Pickup

Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose

Arenal Volcano with Ecotermales Hot Springs From San José
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Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown

Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.

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 neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater.

Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like National Center of Art and Culture and Casa Amarilla.

Barrio Escalante
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.

Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Chirripo National Park are top sights worth seeing.

San Bosco
While San Bosco isn't home to many top sights, Parque La Sabana and Museum of Costa Rican Art are some notable places to visit nearby.