Central Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Valley
Where to stay in Central Valley
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.
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 Chirripo National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.
La Sabana
While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.
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Popular places to visit
Poás Volcano National Park
Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Poas Volcano National Park, a popular green space in San Jose. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and waterfalls.
La Paz Waterfall Gardens
Meet the native and exotic animals and discover why La Paz Waterfall Gardens is a favourite stop in Vara Blanca. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and cosy cafes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
- Poás Volcano National Park
- Sabana Park
- Multiplaza Mall Escazu
- National Stadium of Costa Rica
- Braulio Carrillo National Park
- Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
- Central Park
- Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center
- Costa Rica Convention Center
- National Museum of Costa Rica
- Momentum Lindora Shopping Center
- Irazu Volcano National Park
- National Theater
- City Mall
- Plaza Real Cariari
- Mercado Central
- Hospital Cima San José
- Hacienda Alsacia
- Children's Eternal Rainforest
- Parque Nacional Los Quetzales
- Cerro de La Muerte Peak
- Catarata del Toro
- Our Lady of the Angels Basilica