Tigre

Tigre isn't the only place in this popular region worth experiencing; visitors should also take a day trip or two to experience the charms of the surrounding countryside, towns and cities. San Agustin Church and Mini Zoo and Jardin Yori in and around Sarapiqui, are good spots to visit. Sarapiqui, is roughly 5 miles (8 kilometers) away from Tigre. If you feel like doing more in this region, make your way over to Heredia to visit the Parque Nacional Braulio Carrillo and Palace of Sports (Palacio de los Deportes). Heredia is 5 miles (8 kilometers) away.

Alajuela is about 30 miles (48 kilometers) from Tigre. This regional center features a diverse range of points of interest, such as Central Park, ARA Project and Zoo Ave. Parque Nacional Juan Castro Blanco and Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto are a number of other places definitely worth visiting for those who find themselves with time to spare.

Many people who visit Northern Plains enjoy the wide range of open-air markets dotted throughout the region.

Travelers with special interests will enjoy Tigre's guided nature walks.

When it is time to leave this unique place, say farewell the way they do in Spanish, with a hearty "Adiós."