Carmen Travel Guide
San José
Popular places to visit
Morazan Park
Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Parque Espana
After visiting Parque Espana, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
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 fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant 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.
Top hotels in Carmen
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025
Taormina Hotel and Casino
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Carmen
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.
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 Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Teresa
While there might not be top attractions in Santa Teresa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Spirogyra Butterfly Garden and Mercado Central.
Zapote
Though Zapote may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Pedro Mall and Multiplaza del Este Mall.
Carmen Travel Guide
- Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital
- Casa Amarilla
- National Center of Art and Culture
- Parque Espana
- Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica
- Jacob Karpio Galería
- Templo de Música
- Museum of Contemporary Art and Design
- Edificio Metálico
- Sabana Park
- Poás Volcano National Park
- National Stadium of Costa Rica
- Multiplaza Mall Escazu
- Braulio Carrillo National Park
- Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
- Costa Rica Convention Center
- Central Park
- Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center
- National Museum of Costa Rica
- Irazu Volcano National Park
- National Theater
- Momentum Lindora Shopping Center
- Plaza Real Cariari
- Hacienda Alsacia
- Hospital Cima San José
