Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Cartago December 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Cartago](https://expedia.co.uk/Cartago-Hotels.d6051371.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Cartago Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Cartago.d6051371.Car-Hire-Guide)[Cartago Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Cartago.d6051371.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Cartago ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Cartago Types of activities [Cartago travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Cartago.dx6051371) ## Cartago Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Cartago has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Cartago, 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 Cartago 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 Cartago Cartago is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Cartago, and make it a breeze to explore Cartago 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 Cartago 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 Cartago, 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 Cartago. #### Cartago attractions Cartago 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 Cartago 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 Cartago. Looking for things to do in Cartago 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 Cartago or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Cartago attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Cartago | Number of things to do | 19 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees](/things-to-do/san-jose-walking-nature-tour-sloths-birds-and-trees.a1246447.activity-details): £27 | | Top 5 things to do | [San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees](/things-to-do/san-jose-walking-nature-tour-sloths-birds-and-trees.a1246447.activity-details)[Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica](/things-to-do/irazu-volcano-half-daytrip.a973653.activity-details)[Zip Line, Rappel, Hiking La Carpintera Tour in San Jose](/things-to-do/zip-line-la-carpintera-half-day-tour-zipline-rappel-hiking-in-san-jose.a2238116.activity-details)[Irazú Volcano National Park (Half Day)](/things-to-do/irazu-volcano-national-park-half-day.a2869024.activity-details)[Orosi Valley & Lankester Garden Day Tour From San Jose](/things-to-do/orosi-valley-lankester-garden-day-tour.a471529.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees](/things-to-do/san-jose-walking-nature-tour-sloths-birds-and-trees.a1246447.activity-details)[Zip Line, Rappel, Hiking La Carpintera Tour in San Jose](/things-to-do/zip-line-la-carpintera-half-day-tour-zipline-rappel-hiking-in-san-jose.a2238116.activity-details)[Zipline tour on the central valley of Costa Rica](/things-to-do/zipline-tour-on-the-central-valley-of-costa-rica.a47517094.activity-details)[2 Hour Art Class Exhibition of More than 100 Art Works](/things-to-do/2-hour-art-class-of-more-than-100-artworks.a48866171.activity-details) | | With kids | [San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees](/things-to-do/san-jose-walking-nature-tour-sloths-birds-and-trees.a1246447.activity-details)[Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica](/things-to-do/irazu-volcano-half-daytrip.a973653.activity-details)[Zip Line, Rappel, Hiking La Carpintera Tour in San Jose](/things-to-do/zip-line-la-carpintera-half-day-tour-zipline-rappel-hiking-in-san-jose.a2238116.activity-details)[Irazú Volcano National Park (Half Day)](/things-to-do/irazu-volcano-national-park-half-day.a2869024.activity-details)[Orosi Valley & Lankester Garden Day Tour From San Jose](/things-to-do/orosi-valley-lankester-garden-day-tour.a471529.activity-details) | ## What to do in Cartago --- ### Popular places to visit ![Our Lady of the Angels Basilica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/fe76cee2bfdf31b87eaf489c34ee78e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Our Lady of the Angels Basilica Learn about the local history of Cartago when you take a trip to Our Lady of the Angels Basilica. Visit the cosy cafes or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Our-Lady-Of-The-Angels-Basilica-Cartago.d6101082.Attraction) #### Cartago Municipal Museum You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Cartago Municipal Museum during your trip to Cartago. Discover the cosy cafes and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Museo-Municipal-De-Cartago-Cartago.d553248621532965415.Attraction) #### Las Ruinas de la Parroquia You can learn about the history of Cartago with a visit to Las Ruinas de la Parroquia. Visit the cosy cafes or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Las-Ruinas-De-La-Parroquia-Cartago.d553248621532965416.Attraction) #### Elias Leiva Museum of Ethnography You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Elias Leiva Museum of Ethnography during your travels in Cartago. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Elias-Leiva-Museum-Of-Ethnography-Cartago.d553248621532965414.Attraction) #### Dr. Max Peralta Jiménez Hospital If Dr. Max Peralta Jiménez Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Cartago. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dr-Max-Peralta-Jimenez-Hospital-Oriental.d887617501773778944.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. --- ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cartago worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Cartago? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Cartago? ### Is three days enough to stay in Cartago? ### What are some activities to do in Cartago with kids? > - [San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-jose-walking-nature-tour-sloths-birds-and-trees.a1246447.activity-details) > - [Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/irazu-volcano-half-daytrip.a973653.activity-details) > - [Zip Line, Rappel, Hiking La Carpintera Tour in San Jose](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/zip-line-la-carpintera-half-day-tour-zipline-rappel-hiking-in-san-jose.a2238116.activity-details) > - [Irazú Volcano National Park (Half Day)](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/irazu-volcano-national-park-half-day.a2869024.activity-details) > - [Orosi Valley & Lankester Garden Day Tour From San Jose](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/orosi-valley-lankester-garden-day-tour.a471529.activity-details) ### What to do in Cartago for adults? 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