Catedral Travel Guide
San José
Popular places to visit
National Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the entertainment choices 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.
Plaza de la Cultura
Find out about the history of San José when you spend time at Plaza de la Cultura. Discover the entertainment choices in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.
San Jose Cathedral
After visiting San Jose Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.
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.
Top hotels in Catedral
Hotel Presidente
We had a great stay here! Hotel is within walkable distance to a lot of other restaurants/shops. The ambience was great and they have excellent breakfast (free!) options. The room has basic amenities. The only issue was the AC stopped working on day 2, but otherwise, everything else was good. Their ...
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Wasn’t offered breakfast,staff wasn’t very informed parks were beautiful
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
This is a nice hotel situated in the downtown area with plenty of restaurants etc. close by. It's in safe area too and the casino is right next door. The rooms are well appointed and comfortable but unfortunately, ours was above the main street and it was very noisy so ask for a quiet room if you ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Clean room
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Great place to stay right beside the airport. Breakfast decent and rooms very clear. Free shuttle to airport provided too. Would recommend.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Staff are very friendly. The facility is pretty old. But staff is friendly and willing to help us move our luggage upstairs
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Catedral
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.
Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
