Santa Lucia Travel Guide
San José
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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.
Top hotels in Santa Lucia
Barceló San José
Fantastic stay at the Barceló. Clean rooms, friendly staff and nice amenities.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
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
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
Beautiful setting and the breakfast is outstanding. More like a resort than a hotel
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Airport shuttle was easy to get, and the staff was very helpful
Reviewed on 20 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 Santa Lucia
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Merced
If you're spending some time in Merced, Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón are top sights worth seeing.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Teresa
While there might not be top attractions in Santa Teresa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mercado Central and Plaza de la Cultura.
Santa Lucia Travel Guide
- 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
