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.
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.
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
Barceló San José
Rooms spotless staff very friendly my stay was excellent
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Clean room / Amazing breakfast / Good shopette
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
The room was nice and the property is absolutely beautiful. I loved the restaurant on property and the staff was extremely nice. I really have nothing bad to say and would stay there again.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Always my favorite hotel in San José.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Clean room, the breakfeast
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Clean, friendly staff, great location. Free airport shuttle
Reviewed on 6 Nov 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
- Sabana Park
- Multiplaza Mall Escazu
- National Stadium of Costa Rica
- Braulio Carrillo National Park
- Central Park
- Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
- Costa Rica Convention Center
- Irazu Volcano National Park
- National Theater
- Hacienda Alsacia
- Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center
- Plaza Real Cariari
- Mercado Central
- National Museum of Costa Rica
- Hospital Cima San José
- Momentum Lindora Shopping Center
- City Mall
- Juan Santamaría Park
- Plaza de la Cultura
- Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital
- Our Lady of the Angels Basilica
- Barva Volcano
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