Popular places to visit
Central Park
You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening in Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
National Theater
You can make plans for a show at National Theater on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Mercado Central
During your trip to San José, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mercado Central. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.
Hacienda Alsacia
Enjoy an outing to Hacienda Alsacia during your stay in San Isidro.
National Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Chinatown
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Stayed here on the first night of my trip, arrived late in San Jose. The airport shuttle was great at getting me to the hotel without navigating taxis late at night. Breakfast buffet the next day has a good amount of options - staff were all really friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Reception desk staff was professional and all the hotel staff were friendly. The room was comfortable. The breakfast was excellent. Great location from the airport although we had to wait 30 minutes for the hotel shuttle.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Barceló San José
Excellent
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Good place to stay the night close to the airport
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Friendly staff, very supportive for the late night departure, amazing thanksgiving dinner buffet!
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Only thing was the agent checking in was in a rush. Didn’t give time for me to ask anything or put away my wallet or documents while at the count and he was already rushing and talking to the customer behind me in my face.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.
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 neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and Asamblea Legislativa.
Barrio Escalante
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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- Poás Volcano National Park
- Multiplaza Mall Escazu
- National Stadium of Costa Rica
- Sabana Park
- Braulio Carrillo National Park
- Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center
- Central Park
- Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
- Momentum Lindora Shopping Center
- Irazu Volcano National Park
- Costa Rica Convention Center
- National Theater
- Mercado Central
- Hacienda Alsacia
- National Museum of Costa Rica
- Plaza Real Cariari
- Hospital Cima San José
- City Mall
- Juan Santamaría Park
- Plaza de la Cultura
- Barva Volcano
- Our Lady of the Angels Basilica
- Clinica Biblica Hospital
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