Location: Puerto Limon
Top Things to do in Puerto Limon
The 6 Best Free Things to do in Puerto Limon, Province of Limon
Puerto Limón (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈpweɾto liˈmon]), commonly known as Limón (Spanish for "lemon"), is the capital city and main hub of Limón province, as well as of the cantón (county) of Limón in Costa Rica. It is the sixth-largest city in Costa Rica, with a population of over 55,000 (including surrounding towns), and is home of a multicultural community. Part of the community traces its roots to Italian, Jamaican and Chinese laborers who worked on a late nineteenth-century railroad project that connected San José to Puerto Limón. Until 1948, the Costa Rican government did not recognize Afro-Caribbean people as citizens and restricted their movement outside Limón province. As a result of this "travel ban", this Afro-Caribbean population became firmly established in the region, which influenced the decision to not move even after it was legally permitted. Nowadays, there is an important outflow of Limón natives who move to the country's Central Valley in search for better employment and education. The Afro-Caribbean community speaks Spanish and Limonese Creole, a creole of English.
Restaurants in Puerto Limon
1. Red Frog Tours
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 89 reviews
Shore excursions for cruiseship passengers from Puerto Limon at the Caribbean coast and from Puntarenas at the Pacific coast of Costa Rica
2. Catedral Sagrado Corazon de Jesus
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4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By Tim479 - Glen Arm, United States
We asked our tour driver to stop for pictures and he was happy to do so. The Cathedral is likely the most beautiful place in Puerto Limon and well worth a look. Although it was well after Christmas the elaborate manger display was still up. Free but you are welcome to donate.
3. Redfrogteam
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4.5 based on 13 reviews
Hallo wir das Redfrogteam sind eine Organisation die im Naturschutz und im Ökoturismus tätig sind .Wir bieten ihnen tolle Tagesausflüge in der Province Limon bis in die Talamancaberge in Bri Bri .Mit unserem erfahrenen Team lernen sie die Tiere,Pflanzen und Menschen Costa Ricas kennen .Wir freuen uns auf ihre Touranfrage .Pura Vida ihr Redfrogteam
4. Maestros Wine & Grill
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4.5 based on 9 reviews
5. Playa Bonita
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3.5 based on 90 reviews
Reviewed By MindiB_11 - Scotts Valley, United States
We didn't spend much time here, but I thought it was a great beach. The waves were really big the day we were there. So I didn't spend much time in the water. Just walking around and enjoying the warm weather was a treat! Lots of families were at the beach playing, eating and having fun.
6. Vargas Park
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3.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By 684feliciab - Fort Pierce, United States
There are sidewalks, There are HUGE palms. There are statues and art work and nearby crafts. And a seaside view. And....the best part? Locals will point out sloths and owls that live in the palms! Rest on benches. Eat local handheld food. Enjoy the sun and walks. The park is not large but it holds delightful things for those who care to stop and see.
