10 TOP Things to Do in San José Province October 2026

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A cityscape with a prominent stadium, modern skyscrapers, and lush green parks.

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Teatro Nacional with classical architecture, a fountain, and a modern building in the background.

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Things to do

San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour

£21

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Tortuga Island Tour with Costa Cat

£130

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

£59

per adult

92% of travellers recommend

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

£64

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

Poás Volcano, Café Doka and Peace Falls Day Tour

£116

per adult

94% of travellers recommend

Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose

£123

per adult

94% of travellers recommend

San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour

£60

per adult

82% of travellers recommend

Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting

£26

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Manuel Antonio Catamaran Cruise Sea Quest

£71

per adult

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What to do in San José Province

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National Stadium of Costa Rica

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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.

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Where to stay in San José Province

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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 of Costa Rica.

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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.

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La Sabana

While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

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Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Melico Salazar Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

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Merced

If you're spending some time in Merced, Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón are top sights worth seeing.

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