Top Things to do in Province of Alajuela
Top Restaurants in Province of Alajuela
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Province of Alajuela, Costa Rica
Discover the best top things to do in Province of Alajuela, Costa Rica including Souvenir Leo, Souvenir Museum, Souvenir Muy Tranquilo, Costa Rica Dog Rescue & Adoption, La Fortuna Rentals - Scooters, ChocoMuseo La Fortuna, Our Lady of the Pillar Cathedral, Juan Santamaria Historical Cultural Museum, Lake Arenal, Coco Loco Art Studio & Gallery.
Restaurants in Province of Alajuela
1. Souvenir Leo
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By diverup1 - Langhorne, United States
The folks at the Tree House Hotel recommend that we stop here and we were glad we did. We purchased a few handmade items that Leo and his wife Marisol made themselves and were given a wonderful tour of their gardens that were full of orchids and other local flowers. Leo propagates many of the orchids himself and is proud of them. They also have several parrots that live freely in their yard and will give you an opportunity to hold them and take a photo. Not all of what they sell is handmade and you can find some of it in other shops, however, here you will definitely find wood carvings, jewelry, and other unique crafts that Leo and Marisol proudly call their own. We were happy to stop by this "mom and pop" souvenir shop and support this wonderful, local couple and we had a great time doing it. A highlight for me personally (as a beekeeper) was when Leo showed me his colony of tiny, non stinging pollinating bees that pollinate his orchids. He then walked me across the street to show me a few more that were living wild in some trees. We finished our time off there with a fresh coconut that leo offered us as a refreshing drink!
2. Souvenir Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 69 reviews
We are a SHOP, specialized in authentic Costa Rican handicrafts. We are a MUSEUM, because behind each handicraft there is a story to be shared, and yes! We share it. We are proud storytellers of our country its traditions and culture. We offer a guided visit through our unique store. It is a special place, full of authentic handicrafts of Costa Rica with a story to tell, designed thinking in the comfort of our visitors and the responsible use of the resources. It is a learning experience of the Costa Rican culture. During 20 minutes, we take our visitors from the definition of handicrafts in Costa Rica, its characteristics and classification, to the understanding of authenticity and how it can be found in any handicraft of the world. Our curating processes is unlike any other. Sustainably Fair ™, the concept based on the methodology we create to guarantee the best selection of Costa Rica handicraft in just one place.
Reviewed By amchinamex
Roberto was such an excellent host. We couldn't have asked for a more knowledgeable person help us understand the traditions, culture, and art of the Costa Rican people. A museum where you can actually purchase items at a very reasonable cost! This was our first museum entered in Costa Rica and it was well worth the time we spent there. If I had to do it over again, I'd purchase the seating hammocks and more handmade jewelry by local artists.
3. Souvenir Muy Tranquilo
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Anteriormente Souvenir .Ahora cafeteria en un ambiente retro musical y de arte .El cafe servido es Tarrazu y algunos bocadillos locales para su acopañamiento
4. Costa Rica Dog Rescue & Adoption
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 40 reviews
Costa Rica Dog Rescue is a non-profit organization based in La Fortuna, Costa Rica, that helps rescue, care, and place homeless dogs from Costa Rica into loving homes. At Costa Rica Dog Rescue we are always in need of volunteers! We offer morning and afternoon volunteer programs where you can walk, play, and spend time with our dogs, as well as assist with the care of our facilities.
Reviewed By helloactive - Edmonton, Canada
By chance at lava lounge in La Fortuna a poster was noticed and I was able to participate. This is a fund raiser so one pays. There are numerous dogs and they are taken care of but more donations would help a great deal. They do attempt to adopt out the dogs to other countries including Canada. I enjoyed walking the three dogs that I walked.
5. La Fortuna Rentals - Scooters
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 126 reviews
Rent a scooter and enjoy all the places that you want to visit in La Fortuna, saving money and time, with your own transportation. The best way to visit the Waterfall, the Hanging Bridges, the Hot Springs, the lake, the National Park...wherever! Includes full tank of gas, helmets and reflective bands.
Reviewed By andredecarvalhorocha
I have traveled in more than 65 countries and rarely I found an excellent service as this one! Mr. Hernan and Ms.Valentina are so lovely and gave me The best experience I've lived in Costa Rica. I've made great friends in La Fortuna de San Carlos!! Gracias Hernan y Valentina!!!! Increibles personas!!!
6. ChocoMuseo La Fortuna
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 143 reviews
Visitors may learn about the history of Cocoa, how and where it grows, and how chocolate is made. Choco Museo has its own artisan chocolate factory which makes chocolate from 100% organic Costa Rican cocoa beans. The museum also offers chocolate workshops of approximately 1.30 hours in duration in which participants get to make their own chocolate, as well as day tours to a nearby real Cocoa plantation.
Reviewed By Sian_Nick
Eva Maria gave a fantastic tour, so knowledgeable and friendly! We learnt so much about the production of chocolate, and got to taste lots of samples before buying some gifts to take home with us :-) A really lovely place to stop and look around for half an hour or so, or take advantage of a rainy day with a chocolate workshop!
7. Our Lady of the Pillar Cathedral
8. Juan Santamaria Historical Cultural Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 180 reviews
Juan Santamaria Cultural Historical Museum is the national institution to acquire, preserve, preserve, research and disseminate cultural heritage, related to the National Campaign and the province of Alajuela. It is located in the Old Headquarer and Old Alajuela's City Jail. The Museum have historial and art exhibitions, cafe, bookstore, library and an auditorium where cultural activities take place.
Reviewed By BradO678 - Washington DC, United States
Walking through the doors evokes the history of CR, and the rooms are filled with more history of the country that helped me deepen my appreciation for Costa Rica beyond eco-tourism.
9. Lake Arenal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,892 reviews
Reviewed By keithc989 - Lake Orion, United States
My wife and I recently visited La Fortuna and Arenal to see the volcano and beautiful waterfall. After our stay, we took the ferry across Lake Arenal on our way to Monteverde. The boat ride across the lake was quite tranquil and the Arenal Volcano provided the most scenic of backdrops!! Beautiful views surrounded us from each of 360 degrees. The countryside was lush and the rolling hills were breathtaking! Quite the bonus on our transfer between locations!
10. Coco Loco Art Studio & Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Coco Loco is a FAIR TRADE work shop & gallery for fine local crafts & artwork with a special focus on Costa Rican indigenous culture. It is located 14 km SE of La Fortuna on national route 702 (La Fortuna-San Ramon). Besides indigenous arts & Boruca masks Coco Loco also exhibits the original artwork (arte DK) of the owner, Ruth Deiseroth-Kweton, who works in her studio next to the gallery. As a mixed-media artist Ruth uses any kind of material of the surrounding rainforest to paint and work on: wooden artefacts and surfaces, plant leaves, stones etc. She creates masks, vases, mirrors, crosses and paintings.
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