Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Santa Barbara de Heredia September 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Santa Barbara de Heredia Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-De-Heredia.dx6143463)[Hotels in Santa Barbara de Heredia](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-De-Heredia-Hotels.d6143463.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Santa Barbara de Heredia Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Santa-Barbara-De-Heredia.d6143463.Car-Hire-Guide)[Santa Barbara de Heredia Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-De-Heredia.d6143463.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Santa Barbara de Heredia ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Santa Barbara de Heredia Types of activities [Santa Barbara de Heredia travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-de-Heredia.dx6143463) ## Santa Barbara de Heredia Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Santa Barbara de Heredia has to offer! 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Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Santa Barbara de Heredia ### Tours & day trips [See all 132 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&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 8/10 26 reviews Free cancellation available £81 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-trip-tortuga-island-from-san-jose.a4963637.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&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 45 reviews Free cancellation available £117 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=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&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 6.8/10 7 reviews Free cancellation available £63 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/catamaran-ocean-king-manuel-antonio.a2054373.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/664950/a78449f6-3c54-4a7c-aa12-b01859f80f4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch 16h 6/10 6 reviews Free cancellation available £100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/one-day-tour-fortuna-hots-springs.a664950.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47970907/9858f2e7-49d1-494c-b4b0-cdc4bfb19774.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ 12h 9.8/10 7 reviews Free cancellation available £100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/isla-tortuga-desde-san-jose.a47970907.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/419793/83a26255-dc37-4453-80a6-e842a9037dae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo 2h+ 7.6/10 28 reviews Free cancellation available £49 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rainforest-adventures-in-costa-rica-aerial-tram-tour-braulio-carrillo.a419793.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![Monkey Tour With Local Cuisine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2580302/2985163b-83c2-470b-ace5-d4dad8e1977b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monkey Tour With Local Cuisine 3h 9.8/10 6 reviews Free cancellation available £59 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monkey-tour-with-local-cuisine.a2580302.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&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 8.4/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available £145 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-and-baldi-hot-spring.a2978537.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&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 28 reviews Free cancellation available £129 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=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![Half-Day San Jose Evening Bus Tour with Dinner and Pickup](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1353945/cf9daff9-0730-43c7-aa3b-606160f17783.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half-Day San Jose Evening Bus Tour with Dinner and Pickup 5h 9/10 12 reviews Free cancellation available £58 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-san-jose-evening-bus-tour-with-dinner-and-pickup.a1353945.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 37 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/419793/83a26255-dc37-4453-80a6-e842a9037dae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo 2h+ 7.6/10 28 reviews Free cancellation available £49 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rainforest-adventures-in-costa-rica-aerial-tram-tour-braulio-carrillo.a419793.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&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 22 reviews Free cancellation available £136 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=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![One Day Tour 2 Activities to choose (Zipline, quad bike and more) from San ...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1166298/07ae1a03-bdd8-4ae5-829e-8237fb675db8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### One Day Tour 2 Activities to choose (Zipline, quad bike and more) from San ... 10h 10/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available £144 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/one-day-tour-2-activities-to-choose-zipline-quad-bike-and-more-from-san-jose.a1166298.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![Combo Arenal: Waterfalls, Hanging Bridges, Thermal Spa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47802416/82e5b086-ff3b-42e5-9399-24ea3131d65d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Combo Arenal: Waterfalls, Hanging Bridges, Thermal Spa 12h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £206 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/combo-arenal-waterfalls-hanging-bridges-thermal-spa.a47802416.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&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 6/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £176 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=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![From San José: Poas Volcano, Café Doka and La Paz Waterfalls](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47964825/1509110a-59c4-4fe4-aafd-82631a318eaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From San José: Poas Volcano, Café Doka and La Paz Waterfalls 10h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £114 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-tour-to-poas-volcano-cafe-doka-and-la-paz-waterfalls.a47964825.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![From San Jose: Zipline, quad bike and Waterfalls Combo Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48579171/c1235901-c8e1-43ca-ab48-518f6d4ad7a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From San Jose: Zipline, quad bike and Waterfalls Combo Tour 10h Free cancellation available £149 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-san-jose-zipline-quad-bike-and-waterfalls-combo-tour.a48579171.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![Rio Celeste Waterfall at Tenorio Volcano and Sloth Watching Tour From San J...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1642564/1d45f469-eaac-4397-925f-eca3503a8326.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio Celeste Waterfall at Tenorio Volcano and Sloth Watching Tour From San J... 8h 6/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £136 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rio-celeste-waterfall-at-tenorio-volcano-and-sloth-watching-tour-from-san-jose.a1642564.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![Full day Poas Volcano, Coffee tour and La Paz waterfalls from San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/709372/344f27ea-3024-4727-b414-1909911ec8da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full day Poas Volcano, Coffee tour and La Paz waterfalls from San Jose 12h Free cancellation available £122 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-poas-volcano-coffee-tour-and-la-paz-waterfalls-from-san-jose.a709372.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&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=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 33 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![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 8.4/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available £145 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-and-baldi-hot-spring.a2978537.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![Dinner + Typical dance show at the best viewpoint in San José](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2869410/8f65e2a3-6704-45e9-b4e7-331c66eb5b59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dinner + Typical dance show at the best viewpoint in San José 5h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £68 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dinner-typical-show-in-the-best-viewpoint-of-the-city.a2869410.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![San Jose : Private Custom Guided Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46362314/de6ebf9f-b3b3-4be8-8091-59d8586553d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose : Private Custom Guided Tour With A Guide (Private Tour) 8h Free cancellation available £61 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-custom-guided-tour-in-san-jose.a46362314.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![Costa Rica Pura Vida 6D/5N Holiday Package](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3281401/78cf3948-1769-483f-a94d-e00342202cbb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Costa Rica Pura Vida 6D/5N Holiday Package 6d Free cancellation available £1,365 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/costa-rica-pura-vida-6d-5n-holiday-package.a3281401.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![Jaco Beach: Surfing in Costa Rica - All levels and Ages](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48153546/c53a480c-815a-4a2d-8970-0cf0f9349a03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Jaco Beach: Surfing in Costa Rica - All levels and Ages 3h Free cancellation available £104 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/jaco-beach-surfing-in-costa-rica-all-levels-and-ages.a48153546.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&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 £277 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=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&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 £129 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=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![Uvita: Kayak & Snorkel Private Tour - Marino Ballena N. Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48112440/04e6b925-1369-406a-8d6a-f201abc20070.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Uvita: Kayak & Snorkel Private Tour - Marino Ballena N. Park 3h Free cancellation available £100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/uvita-marino-ballena-national-park-sea-kayak-snorkel.a48112440.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![San Jose Rafting Class 2-3 with Connection to La Fortuna](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4768910/1e8a164c-d5fb-42ea-a652-49e2b940b5e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose Rafting Class 2-3 with Connection to La Fortuna 8h Free cancellation available £88 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/la-fortuna-sarapiqui-rafting-to-san-jose.a4768910.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![Discover Costa Rica Waterfall from La Fortuna to San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50094507/93825cd5-df99-491f-b8c9-7a742b6d34be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Discover Costa Rica Waterfall from La Fortuna to San Jose 5h Free cancellation available £184 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discover-costa-rica-waterfall-from-la-fortuna-to-san-jose.a50094507.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 10 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![San Jose By Night tour Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3972771/26322841-e285-475e-bde8-f2dd672d830c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose By Night tour Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class 4h 9.2/10 19 reviews Free cancellation available £44 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-jose-by-night-food-culture-and-gourmet-dinner-with-wines.a3972771.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&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=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![Combo Arenal: Waterfalls, Hanging Bridges, Thermal Spa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47802416/82e5b086-ff3b-42e5-9399-24ea3131d65d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Combo Arenal: Waterfalls, Hanging Bridges, Thermal Spa 12h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £206 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/combo-arenal-waterfalls-hanging-bridges-thermal-spa.a47802416.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![Chocolate Making and Tasting at a Local Factory in San José](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46221987/15e34db4-b325-41e5-88c8-87c7eb5af514.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chocolate Making and Tasting at a Local Factory in San José 2h 9.8/10 7 reviews Free cancellation available £42 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chocolate-making-and-tasting-at-a-local-factory-in-san-jose.a46221987.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![Chocolate Tour with Bike machines near San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49730683/9e0eeb5d-5647-4e20-aece-b1e61aac15f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chocolate Tour with Bike machines near San Jose 2h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chocolate-tour-with-bike-machines-near-san-jose.a49730683.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![San Jose: Cacao & Chocolate Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48252436/9758a89c-40ee-40e7-a771-f282ffbc8d6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose: Cacao & Chocolate Workshop 1h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-jose-cacao-chocolate-workshop.a48252436.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![Jaco Beach: Surfing in Costa Rica - All levels and Ages](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48153546/c53a480c-815a-4a2d-8970-0cf0f9349a03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Jaco Beach: Surfing in Costa Rica - All levels and Ages 3h Free cancellation available £104 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/jaco-beach-surfing-in-costa-rica-all-levels-and-ages.a48153546.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![Outdoor Yoga Session in La Sabana](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49966358/9a60ae99-0152-4dd1-9514-6dde81fa8c0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Outdoor Yoga Session in La Sabana 1h Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/outdoor-yoga-session-in-la-sabana.a49966358.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&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 £62 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/britt-coffee-tour.a977092.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ![Victor's Bird Photography and Watching Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49595983/5432cf1e-5aa1-45ec-aa07-f90fed88e533.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Victor's Bird Photography and Watching Tours 8h £959 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/victors-bird-photography-and-watching-tours.a49595983.activity-details?&rid=6143463&location=Santa+Barbara+de+Heredia&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Santa Barbara de Heredia | Number of things to do | 148 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [eSIM: Airalo Latin America Package](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/esim-airalo-latin-america-package.a50442710.activity-details): £4 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Night hike wildlife observation in Santa Elena Monteverde](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/night-hike-wildlife-observation-in-santa-elena-monteverde.a1373435.activity-details) - [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) - [Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-experience-full-day-tour-from-san-jose.a1214544.activity-details) - [Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/catamaran-ocean-king-manuel-antonio.a2054373.activity-details) - [From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/one-day-tour-fortuna-hots-springs.a664950.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Night hike wildlife observation in Santa Elena Monteverde](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/night-hike-wildlife-observation-in-santa-elena-monteverde.a1373435.activity-details) - [Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/catamaran-ocean-king-manuel-antonio.a2054373.activity-details) - [Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rainforest-adventures-in-costa-rica-aerial-tram-tour-braulio-carrillo.a419793.activity-details) - [Monkey Tour With Local Cuisine](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monkey-tour-with-local-cuisine.a2580302.activity-details) - [Bar Crawl in City centre San Jose](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bar-crawl-in-city-centre-san-jose.a45968827.activity-details) | | 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) - [Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/catamaran-ocean-king-manuel-antonio.a2054373.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) - [ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/isla-tortuga-desde-san-jose.a47970907.activity-details) - [Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rainforest-adventures-in-costa-rica-aerial-tram-tour-braulio-carrillo.a419793.activity-details) | ## What to do in Santa Barbara de Heredia * * * ### 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) ![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 fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Museum-Of-Costa-Rica-Catedral.d502506.Attraction) ![Morazan Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/86b8b516ea350e15454e00eeac924b38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 entertainment choices in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Morazan-Park-San-Jose.d507589.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) ![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) ![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) #### 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 acclaimed art galleries. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sabana-Park-La-Sabana.d507595.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) * * * 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 Santa Barbara de Heredia ![San José](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/70ed7ba40240e80182041196e9ea253a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San José [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose.dx603085) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Santa Barbara de Heredia worth visiting? > Santa Barbara de Heredia has a unique blend of attractions, culture and local charm. Whether you're into history, nature or local cuisine, there's a lot you'll enjoy here. ### How do I spend a day in Santa Barbara de Heredia? > Las Cataratas de Los Chorros and Toucan Rescue Ranch are two good places to kick-start your sightseeing adventures. Be sure to check out the dining and shopping options in Santa Barbara de Heredia while you're there too. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Santa Barbara de Heredia? > The top tourist attraction in Santa Barbara de Heredia is National Theatre, so don't forget to put it on your sightseeing agenda. ### Is three days enough to stay in Santa Barbara de Heredia? > You can easily tick off popular attractions like Alajuela Cathedral, Toucan Rescue Ranch and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum with a three-day break in Santa Barbara de Heredia. On average, many travellers book two days here. There's plenty to see and do nearby too, so stay a little longer and head to San José. ### Is Santa Barbara de Heredia a walkable city? > If exploring on foot sounds like your type of getaway, Santa Barbara de Heredia is an ideal place to visit. Find major attractions, including Museo de Cultura Popular, within walking distance of downtown. You can also go for a stroll around Desamparados, a vibrant neighbourhood located about 3 kms (2 miles) from downtown. ### What are some activities to do in Santa Barbara de Heredia with kids? > Deciding what to do in Santa Barbara de Heredia with kids has never been easier. Whether you have teenagers or little ones, there are loads of family-friendly sights to keep everyone busy here. > > > > - [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) > - [Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/catamaran-ocean-king-manuel-antonio.a2054373.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) > - [ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/isla-tortuga-desde-san-jose.a47970907.activity-details) > - [Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rainforest-adventures-in-costa-rica-aerial-tram-tour-braulio-carrillo.a419793.activity-details) ### What to do in Santa Barbara de Heredia for adults? > There are plenty of things to do in Santa Barbara de Heredia, with activities for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Parque Viva or Casa Amarilla. ### Are there free things to do in Santa Barbara de Heredia? > In Santa Barbara de Heredia, Alajuela Cathedral is a popular spot for anyone wanting to tour the city without opening their wallet. Also, stroll around the green spaces and other neighbourhoods, and ask for ideas from a local tour guide. 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