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 Jade Museum.
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 Sabana
While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and Jade Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Ciudad Cariari
Ciudad Cariari is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cariari Golf Course or Cariari Bowling Center.
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Breakfast was awesome with lots of options. Free shuttle to the airport was very convenient. Overall a great place to stay before and after a flight! Food was sooo good at the restaurant for supper.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Nice clean and friendly
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Barceló San José
Fantastic stay at the Barceló. Clean rooms, friendly staff and nice amenities.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
Rooms were cleaned and staff was helpful..
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
Always a wonderful stay here! Great location, rooms are comfortable and nice, breakfast is nice to start the day, and the pool is my favorite spot to hangout and relax.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
Clean place, modern, safe, and easy walking to bars, eateries, and small shops! Will be my go to spot in San Jose next trip!
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
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.
Hacienda Alsacia
Enjoy an outing to Hacienda Alsacia during your stay in San Isidro.
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.
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.
- Poás Volcano National Park
- Sabana Park
- Multiplaza Mall Escazu
- National Stadium of Costa Rica
- Braulio Carrillo National Park
- Central Park
- Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
- Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center
- Costa Rica Convention Center
- Irazu Volcano National Park
- National Theater
- Hacienda Alsacia
- Mercado Central
- Plaza Real Cariari
- National Museum of Costa Rica
- Hospital Cima San José
- Catarata del Toro
- Momentum Lindora Shopping Center
- City Mall
- Parque Nacional Los Quetzales
- Cerro de La Muerte Peak
- Poas Volcano
- Turrialba Volcano National Park
- Chirripo National Park
