Carmen Travel Guide
San José
Popular places to visit
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.
Parque Espana
After visiting Parque Espana, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Casa Amarilla
You can learn about the history of San José with a visit to Casa Amarilla. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
National Park
After visiting National Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital
If Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of San José.
National Center of Art and Culture
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Center of Art and Culture in San José. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience
Top hotels in Carmen
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
Room very good staff friendly and helpful Hotel much improved decoration wise We have enjoyed visiting this hotel many times in the past
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Santo Tomas Hotel
Room is clean , staff was great and helpful. Breakfast was not great. Juice was horrible taste might as well don't offer otherwise just go to waste ...water is fine . Location is great 👍
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Perfect location if you want to see actual wildlife with out having to search for it extensively. Location provides a peaceful spot as it’s not on the main road. Many other tourists we met said they could sleep well because traffic a people were so loud along the strip/main road. We saw monkeys on ...
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
As advertised. Easy check in process
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
Only issue was no facecloths available
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Taormina Hotel and Casino
All 100% good
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Carmen
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.
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 Jade Museum.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica 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.
Santa Teresa
While there might not be top attractions in Santa Teresa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Spirogyra Butterfly Garden and Casa Amarilla.
Merced
If you're spending some time in Merced, Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón are top sights worth seeing.
