10 TOP Things to Do in Alajuela Province (2026 Activity Guide)

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Things to do

Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, lateralis, Sloths & Jungle

P2,310

per adult

86% of travellers recommend

Skip-the-Line La Fortuna Waterfall Admission Ticket

P1,216

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4 in Costa Rica

P4,681

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Monteverde: Night Walk with Guide and Flashlights

P1,216

per adult

La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour

P6,383

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner

P11,247

per adult

92% of travellers recommend

Arenal Hanging Bridges Self-Guided Walk at Mistico Park

P2,371

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience

P2,128

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

La Leona Waterfall Hike

P3,040

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

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Volcano Hike, Waterfall & Hot Springs on Rincon de la Vieja

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Rio Celeste, Sloth Watching & Waterfall Rainforest Experience

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Arenal Volcano Canyoning and Waterfall Rappelling from La Fortuna

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Spa & wellness

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Arenal Hanging Bridges, Volcano Hike & Hotsprings Tour with Lunch

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Classes & workshops

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Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting

Free cancellation available

What to do in Alajuela Province

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Arenal Volcano

9.6/10 (3,997 reviews)

Explore Arenal Volcano, a popular spot to commune with nature in La Fortuna, and enjoy the volcano viewpoints. Wander the lush forest or discover the hot springs in this romantic area.

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Where to stay in Alajuela Province

Find the best Alajuela Province areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Alajuela Province

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Barrio Pilo

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Pilo and surrounding area, you can visit Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and Arenal Adventure World.

El Millon

While El Millon isn't home to many top sights, Butterfly Conservatory and Costa Rica Sky Adventures are some notable places to visit nearby.

Stuart Hertz

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Stuart Hertz and surrounding area, you can visit Jardín Botánico Else Kientzler and Catedral de la Mercedes.

Rincón Rodríguez

Check out nearby sights like Botanical Orchid Garden La Garita while you're spending some time in Rincón Rodríguez and the surrounding area.

El Indio

While there might not be top attractions in El Indio, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jardín Botánico Else Kientzler and Catedral de la Mercedes.