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 Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Hacienda Alsacia
Enjoy an outing to Hacienda Alsacia during your stay in San Isidro.
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.
Top hotels in Chinatown
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
It was clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Clean
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Staff were excellent
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Very nice and welcoming staff and clean rooms
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Barceló San José
Beautiful well manicured grounds, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
Great staff
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and Jade Museum 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 Jade Museum.
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 National Center of Art and Culture and Casa Amarilla.
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.
