Catedral

San José
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Popular places to visit

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National Museum of Costa Rica

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

National Museum of Costa Rica
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National Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at National Theater during your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

National Theater
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San Jose Cathedral

You can find out about the history of San José with a trip to San Jose Cathedral. Amble around this vibrant area's beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

San Jose Cathedral
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Plaza de la Cultura

Find out about the history of San José with a stop at Plaza de la Cultura. Discover the acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area, or seek out the local tours.

Plaza de la Cultura
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Jade Museum

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Jade Museum in San José. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Jade Museum
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Clinica Biblica Hospital

Though Clinica Biblica Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of San José while you are here.

Clinica Biblica Hospital

Things to do

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Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose

P1,881
Per adult
Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose
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Small Group Cultural Walking Tour in San Jose Costa Rica

P2,324
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small Group Cultural Walking Tour in San Jose Costa Rica
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San Jose Like a Local: Customized Private Tour

P3,320
Per adult
San Jose Like a Local: Customized Private Tour
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Shuttle from Puerto Viejo to San Jose

P3,320
Per adult
Shuttle from Puerto Viejo to San Jose
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Explore San Jose on Foot: Food, and Sightseeing Tour

P2,545
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Explore San Jose on Foot: Food, and Sightseeing Tour
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San Jose City Tour with lunch. Semi Private Tour

P9,129
Per adult
San Jose City Tour with lunch. Semi Private Tour
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Top hotels in Catedral

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
2 out of 5
Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25, San José, San Jose
The price is P513 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
P513
per night
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Stay at this hostel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa ...
7.4/10 Good! (231 reviews)
"Exactly what I was looking for, did the job can’t ask for much more really. Pool could’ve been slightly colder although I only went in it at the heat of the day"

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2024

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
Hotel Presidente
Hotel Presidente
4 out of 5
Avenida Central, Calle 7, San José, San Jose
The price is P7,326 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
P7,326
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and very accommodating. Room was clean but construction noise in room next door at 8 am was annoying. Other than that our stay was wonderful and will be booking it on our return route home."

Reviewed on Jun 3, 2024

Hotel Presidente
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Hotel Cultura Plaza
3 out of 5
Avenida Central, Calle 5, 25 Mt de la Plaza de la Cultura, San José, San Jose
The price is P3,719 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
P3,719
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (245 reviews)
"This hotel was great for the one night we spent ahead of our flight. It was located in an area that has a lot of museums and is very walkable, but the area itself is the downtown of a major city so it didn’t feel the safest. That being said, our experience was completely fine; just be vigilant. Our ..."

Reviewed on May 31, 2024

Hotel Cultura Plaza
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
3 out of 5
Avenida 3 entre calles 9 y 11, Frente al Parque Morazan, San José, San Jose
The price is P5,011 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
P5,011
per night
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (934 reviews)
"Air conditioning didn’t work well, but I suppose that made the hotel more eco friendly"

Reviewed on May 22, 2024

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Costa Rica Guesthouse
3 out of 5
Avenida 6, Entre Calle 21 y 25, San José, San Jose
The price is P674 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
P674
per night
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (477 reviews)
Stayed 2x i liked it so much!
"I stayed at Costa Rica Guesthouse twice - the beginning and end of my solo trip because i liked it so much! The location was great for walking to local attractions and driving to the airport. The free parking was perfect. The staff was great and super helpful and the room was spacious!"

Reviewed on May 15, 2024

Costa Rica Guesthouse
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 out of 5
Francisco J. Orlich Road, Alajuela, Alajuela
The price is P4,694 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
P4,694
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (480 reviews)
"Muy cerca del aeropuerto."

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2024

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
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Other neighbourhoods around Catedral

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La California

Check out the restaurants, shopping, and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Park or National Museum of Costa Rica.

La California
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Amón

If you're spending some time in Amón, TEOR/éTica and Edificio Metálico are top sights worth seeing.

Amón
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Carmen

If you're spending some time in Carmen, National Park and Morazan Park are top sights worth seeing.

Carmen
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Barrio Escalante

Barrio Escalante might not have many top sights, but National Park and San Pedro Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Barrio Escalante
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Zapote

While there might not be top attractions in Zapote, you can explore the larger area and discover places like San Pedro Mall and Multiplaza del Este Mall.

Zapote
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Hospital

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Chirripo National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Hospital

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