Merced Travel Guide
San José
Popular places to visit
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.
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 acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
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 fascinating museums 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 Merced
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025
Hotel Quinta Avenida
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Barceló San José
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Merced
San Bosco
While San Bosco isn't home to many top sights, Museum of Costa Rican Art and Sabana Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum 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.
Chinatown
The restaurants and museums are a few reasons travellers visit Chinatown. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit National Theater and Plaza de la Cultura, a few notable attractions nearby.
Mata Redonda
While visiting Mata Redonda, you might make a stop by sights like National Stadium of Costa Rica and Estadio Nacional.
- Mercado Central
- Children's Museum
- Mercado Borbón
- 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
- City Mall
- Clinica Biblica Hospital
- Juan Santamaría Park
- Our Lady of the Angels Basilica