La California Travel Guide
San José
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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 fascinating museums 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.

Hacienda Alsacia
Enjoy an outing to Hacienda Alsacia during your stay in San Isidro.
Things to do

Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose

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

San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets

San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees

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

Barceló San José
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around La California

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

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.

Chinatown
The restaurants and museums are a few reasons travellers visit Chinatown. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit National Theater and Plaza de la Cultura, a few notable attractions nearby.

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

Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.

Dolorosa
Though Dolorosa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Jose Cathedral and Central Park.
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