Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Alajuela December 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Alajuela Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Alajuela.dx11901)[Hotels in Alajuela](https://expedia.co.uk/Alajuela-Hotels.d11901.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Alajuela](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Alajuela.d11901.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Alajuela Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Alajuela.d11901.Car-Hire-Guide)[Alajuela Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Alajuela.d11901.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Alajuela ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Alajuela Types of activities [Alajuela travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Alajuela.dx11901) ![Alajuela](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4ed394581e7f25e5b2cfb3e59e0b5532.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Alajuela](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/adb5dc14d9a8c58837b6a1b6ee159339.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Alajuela](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/976e8ec08cd77cf308fa0fad708b3ba9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Alajuela](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/a52a50dfc18bedea44eba902ba31911f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Alajuela](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/a3e600a260cab585e7f98638c1bd3373.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Alajuela Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Alajuela has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Alajuela, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Alajuela with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Alajuela Alajuela is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Alajuela, and make it a breeze to explore Alajuela and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Alajuela to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Alajuela, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Alajuela. #### Alajuela attractions Alajuela has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Alajuela to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Alajuela. Looking for things to do in Alajuela can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Alajuela or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Alajuela attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Alajuela ### Tours & day trips [See all 44 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4963637/56b19452-0650-4dfc-b6d5-d4c3f3f7f252.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José 16h 8.2/10 33 reviews Free cancellation available £82 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-trip-tortuga-island-from-san-jose.a4963637.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214544/7df70423-eafc-40be-8c77-f92706b2ef95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose 14h 9.2/10 51 reviews Free cancellation available £119 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-experience-full-day-tour-from-san-jose.a1214544.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2054373/fcff911d-1325-4e5d-bdab-e9b6d1d9184f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio 3h 30m 9/10 7 reviews Free cancellation available £64 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/catamaran-ocean-king-manuel-antonio.a2054373.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/664950/24b375a0-61de-4b73-a3ef-5a65cc7b7633.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch 16h 7.2/10 12 reviews Free cancellation available £101 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/one-day-tour-fortuna-hots-springs.a664950.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Exper...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44830499/9e7c212b-c73c-457c-b4c9-7631a54b0779.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Exper... 9h 9.8/10 37 reviews Free cancellation available £135 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-poas-volcano-waterfall-gardens-and-coffee-tour.a44830499.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214523/02562c43-9305-4aa6-bf2e-1a5e3426a13a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner 14h 9/10 23 reviews Free cancellation available £141 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-full-day-combo-tour-with-lunch-and-dinner.a1214523.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![All-inclusive package 7 nights 8 days in the best destinations in Costa Ric...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3061027/bbf8c834-c968-459f-acf7-6d5f4470320c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### All-inclusive package 7 nights 8 days in the best destinations in Costa Ric... 8d Free cancellation available £1,109 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/all-inclusive-package-7-nights-8-days-in-the-best-destinations-in-costa-rica.a3061027.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Volcano, Waterfalls, Zipline, Hot Springs Full Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214525/8108bc3d-e2d1-4146-804e-ac5528007c4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Volcano, Waterfalls, Zipline, Hot Springs Full Day Tour 14h 10/10 17 reviews Free cancellation available £141 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/costa-rica-full-day-combo-tour-zip-lining-waterfalls-volcano-hot-springs.a1214525.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Arenal Volcano and Baldi Hot Spring](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2978537/956c29c9-3cb6-4d35-99df-f4ff5fb1eea5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arenal Volcano and Baldi Hot Spring 10h 9.2/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available £146 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-and-baldi-hot-spring.a2978537.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jos...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1353988/9cfc7e85-2db9-46d8-92db-3d3adb2671dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jos... 12h 9.2/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available £126 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/manuel-antonio-national-park-sightseeing-and-wildlife-day-tour-from-san-jose.a1353988.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 13 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/664950/24b375a0-61de-4b73-a3ef-5a65cc7b7633.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch 16h 7.2/10 12 reviews Free cancellation available £101 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/one-day-tour-fortuna-hots-springs.a664950.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Exper...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44830499/9e7c212b-c73c-457c-b4c9-7631a54b0779.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Exper... 9h 9.8/10 37 reviews Free cancellation available £135 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-poas-volcano-waterfall-gardens-and-coffee-tour.a44830499.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48181042/b63aeead-196e-4e0d-b26f-1de739eee7a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting 2h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/alajuela-coffee-plantation-guided-tour-with-tasting.a48181042.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Night Tica Gastronomy and Folk Dance in Costa Rica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49617111/5577d9c2-a681-4d27-a565-76983d87e457.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Night Tica Gastronomy and Folk Dance in Costa Rica 3h Free cancellation available £88 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/night-tica-gastronomy-and-folk-dance-in-costa-rica.a49617111.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![10 Days Costa Rica Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches and More](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48220892/49c9db17-1385-4ba8-bab8-7994a37504e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 10 Days Costa Rica Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches and More 10d Free cancellation available £1,794 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/10-days-costa-rica-volcanoes-waterfalls-beaches-and-more.a48220892.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Britt Coffee Tour From San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/977092/cd43f83a-a3eb-48d9-a9db-5bc23f5bc99e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Britt Coffee Tour From San Jose 4h 10/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available £63 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/britt-coffee-tour.a977092.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Britt Coffee Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50337720/9a10d0b3-1112-4615-b1c5-c5af129d74af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Britt Coffee Tour Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/britt-coffee-tour.a50337720.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Taste San Jose with 34 Flavours That Define Costa Rica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50808962/c07ddf80-d43e-4977-9318-0fa28dd326a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Taste San Jose with 34 Flavours That Define Costa Rica 3h Free cancellation available £56 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/taste-san-jose-with-34-flavours-that-define-costa-rica.a50808962.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Poás Volcano and La Paz Falls Coffee Tour from San José](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50163488/c690b920-95bc-4496-84ce-46123406cd9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Poás Volcano and La Paz Falls Coffee Tour from San José 8h Free cancellation available £135 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/poas-volcano-and-la-paz-falls-coffee-tour-from-san-jose.a50163488.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Essential Costa Rica Street Food Crawl in San José](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50908181/2a6e792a-3c3b-4daf-89f4-c4ea146aabbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Essential Costa Rica Street Food Crawl in San José 3h Free cancellation available £59 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/essential-costa-rica-street-food-crawl-in-san-jose.a50908181.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 8 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214523/02562c43-9305-4aa6-bf2e-1a5e3426a13a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner 14h 9/10 23 reviews Free cancellation available £141 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-full-day-combo-tour-with-lunch-and-dinner.a1214523.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Monteverde Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges Cloud Forest Tour from San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1351508/dc57ae82-4116-4f8f-9e48-9040b53ea6fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monteverde Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges Cloud Forest Tour from San Jose 13h 6.6/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available £186 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monteverde-sky-tram-hanging-bridges-cloud-forest-tour-from-san-jose.a1351508.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Night hike wildlife observation in Santa Elena Monteverde](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1373435/cb40794e-0138-4d04-a6f2-80f485a2265e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Night hike wildlife observation in Santa Elena Monteverde 3h Free cancellation available £37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/night-hike-wildlife-observation-in-santa-elena-monteverde.a1373435.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![10 Days Costa Rica Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches and More](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48220892/49c9db17-1385-4ba8-bab8-7994a37504e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 10 Days Costa Rica Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches and More 10d Free cancellation available £1,794 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/10-days-costa-rica-volcanoes-waterfalls-beaches-and-more.a48220892.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Full-Day Bajos del Toro Hiking Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3963210/ff729de9-00d8-4acf-88cd-9432f9a705eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Bajos del Toro Hiking Experience 10h Free cancellation available £187 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-bajos-del-toro-hiking-experience.a3963210.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Side-by-Side Adventure Tour Mules and Quads in Guanacaste](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50209480/5de859bf-5813-42f4-8f95-c30a39e3f835.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Side-by-Side Adventure Tour Mules and Quads in Guanacaste 2h 10m Free cancellation available £280 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/side-by-side-adventure-tour-mules-and-quads-in-guanacaste.a50209480.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Peninsula of Life Natural Experience with Humpback Whales](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51199527/db990d58-050d-4f06-afcb-e897819d1f00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Peninsula of Life Natural Experience with Humpback Whales 15h Free cancellation available £598 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/peninsula-of-life-natural-experience-with-humpback-whales.a51199527.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Waterfall Hiking Tour in Costa Rica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48567790/62a2759b-4ff0-4345-adc9-f44ff0c2084f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Waterfall Hiking Tour in Costa Rica 6h Free cancellation available £342 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/waterfall-hiking-tour-in-costa-rica.a48567790.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ### History & culture [See all 6 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&filter.categories=HistoryCulture) ![Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48181042/b63aeead-196e-4e0d-b26f-1de739eee7a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting 2h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/alajuela-coffee-plantation-guided-tour-with-tasting.a48181042.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Hacienda Café Doka, Volcán Poas & Jardines de La Catarata La Paz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46016373/93c51f62-e4a4-4551-89af-83be10b7cc24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hacienda Café Doka, Volcán Poas & Jardines de La Catarata La Paz 13h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £140 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/combo-tour-coffee-poas-volcano-and-la-paz-waterfall-gardens.a46016373.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Doka, Grecia & Sarchi Oxcart Factories and stores From San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/471789/ec852b22-d14c-493d-b64c-ded3153552c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Doka, Grecia & Sarchi Oxcart Factories and stores From San Jose 7h 8/10 9 reviews Free cancellation available £106 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/doka-grecia-sarchi-oxcart-factories-and-stores.a471789.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![10 Days Costa Rica Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches and More](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48220892/49c9db17-1385-4ba8-bab8-7994a37504e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 10 Days Costa Rica Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches and More 10d Free cancellation available £1,794 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/10-days-costa-rica-volcanoes-waterfalls-beaches-and-more.a48220892.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Wild Costa Rica: Best destinations in Costa Rica for 8 days](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3880789/2b4c6d3f-50b2-4774-a4aa-ee15e8a6c253.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wild Costa Rica: Best destinations in Costa Rica for 8 days 8d Free cancellation available £1,485 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wild-costa-rica-best-destinations-in-costa-rica-for-8-days.a3880789.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ![Puntarenas to Sarchi Bus Tour Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50399188/a3fbf1ad-5942-4ec4-bd4e-0d7acfb4338a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Puntarenas to Sarchi Bus Tour Experience 8h Free cancellation available £131 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/puntarenas-to-sarchi-bus-tour-experience.a50399188.activity-details?&rid=11901&location=Alajuela&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Alajuela | Number of things to do | 51 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Britt Coffee Tour](/things-to-do/britt-coffee-tour.a50337720.activity-details): £23 | | Top 5 things to do | [Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose](/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-experience-full-day-tour-from-san-jose.a1214544.activity-details)[Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner](/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-full-day-combo-tour-with-lunch-and-dinner.a1214523.activity-details)[Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José](/things-to-do/day-trip-tortuga-island-from-san-jose.a4963637.activity-details)[Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Exper...](/things-to-do/full-day-poas-volcano-waterfall-gardens-and-coffee-tour.a44830499.activity-details)[From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch](/things-to-do/one-day-tour-fortuna-hots-springs.a664950.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio](/things-to-do/catamaran-ocean-king-manuel-antonio.a2054373.activity-details)[Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting](/things-to-do/alajuela-coffee-plantation-guided-tour-with-tasting.a48181042.activity-details)[Night hike wildlife observation in Santa Elena Monteverde](/things-to-do/night-hike-wildlife-observation-in-santa-elena-monteverde.a1373435.activity-details)[Speciality Coffee Cupping](/things-to-do/speciality-coffee-cupping-in-san-jose.a46301799.activity-details)[Outdoor Yoga Session in La Sabana](/things-to-do/outdoor-yoga-session-in-la-sabana.a49966358.activity-details) | | With kids | [Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José](/things-to-do/day-trip-tortuga-island-from-san-jose.a4963637.activity-details)[Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Exper...](/things-to-do/full-day-poas-volcano-waterfall-gardens-and-coffee-tour.a44830499.activity-details)[Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio](/things-to-do/catamaran-ocean-king-manuel-antonio.a2054373.activity-details)[Monteverde Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges Cloud Forest Tour from San Jose](/things-to-do/monteverde-sky-tram-hanging-bridges-cloud-forest-tour-from-san-jose.a1351508.activity-details)[Doka, Grecia & Sarchi Oxcart Factories and stores From San Jose](/things-to-do/doka-grecia-sarchi-oxcart-factories-and-stores.a471789.activity-details) | ## What to do in Alajuela --- ### Popular places to visit ![San Jose featuring forests and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/115000/115800-San-Jose-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Park-Hospital.d507591.Attraction) ![Parque Viva](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a44e30db32b9516405a7b00d72b69f1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Parque-Viva-San-Jose.d553248634304701374.Attraction) ![Hacienda Alsacia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c9b65385e463c7f7ae69f12c222fcb02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hacienda Alsacia Enjoy an outing to Hacienda Alsacia during your stay in San Isidro. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hacienda-Alsacia-San-Jose.d553248635976095285.Attraction) ![National Theater](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/c112e3191cf77f29d1d0f769294fd85f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Theater-San-Jose.d502510.Attraction) ![Mercado Central](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/131e3bde18d92bc0159a7031686e0a49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mercado-Central-San-Jose.d502512.Attraction) ![National Museum of Costa Rica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0053286962ad58d985a019b1d3908252.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Museum-Of-Costa-Rica-Catedral.d502506.Attraction) #### National Stadium of Costa Rica Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Stadium-Of-Costa-Rica-San-Jose.d6101134.Attraction) #### Sabana Park Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sabana-Park-La-Sabana.d507595.Attraction) #### Multiplaza Mall Escazu During your visit to San Rafael, you can enjoy retail therapy at Multiplaza Mall Escazu. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Multiplaza-Mall-Escazu-San-Jose.d6128290.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Alajuela ![San José](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/70ed7ba40240e80182041196e9ea253a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San José ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Alajuela worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Alajuela? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Alajuela? ### Is three days enough to stay in Alajuela? ### Is Alajuela a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Alajuela with kids? > - [Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-trip-tortuga-island-from-san-jose.a4963637.activity-details) > - [Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Exper...](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-poas-volcano-waterfall-gardens-and-coffee-tour.a44830499.activity-details) > - [Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/catamaran-ocean-king-manuel-antonio.a2054373.activity-details) > - [Monteverde Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges Cloud Forest Tour from San Jose](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monteverde-sky-tram-hanging-bridges-cloud-forest-tour-from-san-jose.a1351508.activity-details) > - [Doka, Grecia & Sarchi Oxcart Factories and stores From San Jose](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/doka-grecia-sarchi-oxcart-factories-and-stores.a471789.activity-details) ### What to do in Alajuela for adults? 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