Top Things to do in San Jose
Things to do in San Jose, Province of San Jose: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks
Vibrant and packed with Victorian mansions, Costa Rica's rowdy, bustling capital was built on the profits of the coffee trade and working "golden bean" plantations still surround the city. Try freshly roasted local beans at Mercado Central. For shinier gold, visit the Museo del Oro. Many renovated landmarks now house stylish hotels. Usually viewed as a hub, rather than a destination, nightlife is concentrated in Spanish village-inspired El Pueblo. Don't miss the elegant 1897 National Theater.
Restaurants in San Jose
1. Galeria Talentum
2. Plaza de la Democracie
3. Banco Central de Costa Rica
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4.0 based on 136 reviews
This modern bank building is bordered by a popular plaza.
Reviewed By Susan012014 - Bowser, Canada
On a walking tour of San Jose we stopped and viewed these farmer bronzes which are a representation of the peoples who have built the economy of Costa Rica. The stature (petite) and expressions on the faces of these representations of Tica & Tico people is priceless. Do take time to stop and wonder.
4. Stone spheres of Costa Rica
5. Iglesia de la Merced
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4.0 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By Q7840EUdanl - Bunbury, Australia
This church dates to 1894 but construction was not completed until 1907 with the installation of the tower clock. The church has three interior naves under a continuous ogive. The central nave is the highest, fifteen meters, while the aisles are nine meters. Beautiful mosaic floor, stained glass windows, timber ceiling, artwork and a beautiful altar.This church is a real architectural jewel.
6. Pedestrian Mall
7. Plaza de la Cultura
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3.5 based on 245 reviews
Downtown's main plaza often hosts celebrations, demonstrations, performances, etc.
Reviewed By jc95photo - Boston, United States
If you are a regular tourist you might be very board here, but if you are a photographer there is a ton of street life to capture. Between the architecture of the buildings, local vendors / street performers, and crazy pigeons a photographer can spend several hours alone taking photos in this area.
