Top Things to do in Escazu
Top 10 Things to do in Escazu, Costa Rica
Discover the best top things to do in Escazu, Costa Rica including Multiplaza, Yoga Massage Therapy, Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, Refugio Herpetologico de Costa Rica, Yoga Massage Therapy, Galeria Namu, Museo de Arte Costarricense, Precolumbian Gold Museum, Avenida Escazu, Jade Museum.
Restaurants in Escazu
1. Multiplaza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 324 reviews
Reviewed By Paul H - Southampton, United Kingdom
We spend an hour there, just walking around, having lunch, and going to the supermarket. It was fairly big with a lot of USA branded shops. The food court was the same with one or two local outlets. The supermarket Auto Mercado was there too. We found things somewhat expensive especially the wines. There was a cinema there too. There were not that too many people there too.
2. Yoga Massage Therapy
Overall Ratings
5 based on 101 reviews
Through fine technique and special ingredients your body will be exfoliated, massaged, and stretched through an invigorating session. This massage contains all of the ancient oriental knowledge and will guide you into body awareness, detox, and deep relaxation.
Reviewed By TheIrishFella - dublin and all over
I was in need of a really good massage and I used trip advisor to make my decision for me. Nyree replied quickly to my query and we arranged an appointment. When I arrived I was given a three page questionnaire to fill out which gave me some reassurance that this was a good professional outfit.
I had a quick shower at the venue and then the massage began. I almost immediately felt completely safe as I was massaged and manipulated into various positions. Afterwards there was a nice warm ginger drink available and nyree kindly took the time to answer some of my questions.
This is a case of something being expensive for a very valid reason and is certainly worth more than any number of mediocre massages.
3. Teatro Nacional Costa Rica
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Since 1897, this elegant theater has been a source of pride.
Reviewed By Prawet J - Washington DC, District of Columbia
I did not have a chance to see inside of the National Theater but just the lobby and the outside. The Teatro Nacional Costa Rica is situated in the heart of the busy old town San Jose. The plaza in front of the building is very lively with a lot activities. According to the history, the Theater was built in 19th Century for performing art purpose and is considered the finest historic building in the country. It is worth stopping by for photos.
4. Refugio Herpetologico de Costa Rica
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By Jamie B - Jacksonville, Florida
Tour guide was amazing, he knew every animal's story about their injury and how they got to the refuge. The animals were amazing and this project sure could use more funding. We enjoyed every minute! There were only two of us and we were made to feel like they were expecting us and that they were there to answer our questions.
5. Yoga Massage Therapy
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
Through fine technique and special ingredients your body will be exfoliated, massaged, and stretched through an invigorating session. This massage contains all of the ancient oriental knowledge and will guide you into body awareness, detox, and deep relaxation.
Reviewed By Zee785 - San Jose, Costa Rica
Nyree is simple the best in town, she creares a relaxing atmosphere, has the most knowledge of proper technique and most of all she has a good deal of physical stamina. She is focus on actually correcting a physical problem, pain, or dysfunction and also relaxing, nurturing, calming the body, mind, emotions and every aspect of your being …
In other words NO ONE LIKE HER and HER TECHNIQUE.
6. Galeria Namu
Overall Ratings
5 based on 165 reviews
Galeria Namu is a fair trade art gallery for local and indigenous artists from Costa Rica and surrounding Central America countries. Established in 1998 at this same location, visitors to Costa Rica's capital city of San Jose can find us easily behind the Holiday Inn (across from Parque Morazan).Knowledge and passion for the artists and their work is what makes a visit to Galeria Namu special; the owner, Aisling, and her son Conall, along with their support staff love to share with visitors the background of the tribe or individual artisans and the remarkable collection of unique and very special pieces available for purchase. For the past 15 years, Galeria Namu has nurtured a relationship with the artists who create folk art, gold and jade replicas, handwoven baskets, originals paintings, tagua carvings and jewelry and much more. Visit the website for hours and a sampling of what you will encounter. Be prepared to catch their enthusiasm for fair trade with these local arts and crafts.
Reviewed By Peytonsage - Barrie, Canada
This was our second trip here and once again we were impressed by many of the items offered for sale. The baskets are such high quality crafts and it's nice to see that many of the indigenous communities they come from are identified. They also have some great reproductions of many of the pre-Columbian artifacts you see in the Gold and Jade Museums. Not your usual souvenir shop!
7. Museo de Arte Costarricense
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 298 reviews
This museum displays works by local artists.
Reviewed By Rachel Z
It's a tiny art museum but it's free. The museum was repurposed from an airport terminal, which renders a sense of history for this museum - reminds me of Musee D'orsay! Pretty amazing collection of Latin artwork! Took an hour to finish viewing all the pieces of artwork. Then it's a good idea to take a walk in the La Sabana Park which is right behind the museum.
8. Precolumbian Gold Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
A large collection of indigenous gold art.
Reviewed By Larry R
This museum, just around the corner from the National Theatre is incredible. It is all underground and should be considered a must see if you are spending any time in San Jose. The gold creations and art created by the precolumbian people may be considered better than some of the recent art I have seen in some more modern museums. The gold jewelry is extremely sophisticated.
9. Avenida Escazu
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By taniakiamowitz - San Jose, Costa Rica
Avenida Escazu has lots of really good restaurants. They have French, international fusion, Peruvian, Italian, Burger, Beer Factory, Sushi, PF Changs, sea food, frozen yogurt shop, gelato, alternative healthy eating, and a regular food court.
There´s a Lego store, photo shop, small market, a few clothing stores, laser tag, a small art gallery, a Residence Inn, lots of parking, and much more. It´s nice to hang out, since it´s outdoors. There is a little water Fountain on the floor that kids love to play with.
Nice for an afternoon out with the family, friends or couple. The movie theater has an Imax option, a sports bar, and the food court downstairs.
10. Jade Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
The Jade Museum and of precolumbian culture is positioned as an innovative state-of-the-art cultural proposal in the protection and conservation of archaeological heritage in Central America. Located in the center of Costa Rics's capital, the building was especially constructed to house the museum's collection, its architecture evoking a cut jade block. Its five levels exhibit objects crafted by artisans specialized in solving their daily subsistence needs, their spiritual and political world.
Reviewed By Prawet J - Washington DC, District of Columbia
The Jade Museum is located very close to the National Museum of Costa Rica and right next to the Mercado Nacional de Artesanias. The Museum is nicely designed and displayed throughout the 4 floors. A lot of information with different things and different era. It is a lot to absorb and to see. The Jade Museum in is dedicated and focused to present the archaeological heritage of the region. According to the information package, the museum has the largest collection of pre-Columbian jade artifacts in the world. I recommend Reading about the displays and what they are before visiting the Museum. It is worth 15 dollars entrance fee.
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