Kristina's Guidebook - Places to Visit Nearby
Sightseeing
A must-see volcano, one of the biggest craters in the world! However there is always a 50% chance you won't get to see it due to the weather...but it's a risk that's worth it! Tickets must be bought online (SINAC). Approximately a 1 hr and $23-$25 (one way) Uber ride - we suggest making arrangements with the same Uber to pick you up as it might be hard to grab an Uber from there.
401 yerel halk öneriyor
Poás Volcano
A must-see volcano, one of the biggest craters in the world! However there is always a 50% chance you won't get to see it due to the weather...but it's a risk that's worth it! Tickets must be bought online (SINAC). Approximately a 1 hr and $23-$25 (one way) Uber ride - we suggest making arrangements with the same Uber to pick you up as it might be hard to grab an Uber from there.
Perfect for walking near waterfalls and seeing some animals (although it is more a zoo-like environment so if you don't enjoy that please be aware). Approximately a $23-$25 (one way) and 1 hr Uber ride - we suggest making arrangements with the same Uber to pick you up as it might be hard to grab an Uber from there. Tickets cost around $48 and you can expect to be there for around 2 hrs.
288 yerel halk öneriyor
La Paz Şelale Bahçeleri
Perfect for walking near waterfalls and seeing some animals (although it is more a zoo-like environment so if you don't enjoy that please be aware). Approximately a $23-$25 (one way) and 1 hr Uber ride - we suggest making arrangements with the same Uber to pick you up as it might be hard to grab an Uber from there. Tickets cost around $48 and you can expect to be there for around 2 hrs.
One of Costa Rica's most famous and important churches! Approximately a 1 hr and $20-$23 (one way) Uber ride - we suggest making arrangements with the same Uber to pick you up as it might be hard to grab an Uber from there.
79 yerel halk öneriyor
Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles
Calle 1One of Costa Rica's most famous and important churches! Approximately a 1 hr and $20-$23 (one way) Uber ride - we suggest making arrangements with the same Uber to pick you up as it might be hard to grab an Uber from there.
A must-see volcano, with a very unique crater! Tickets must be bought online (SINAC). Approximately a 2 hr and $45-$47 (one way) Uber ride - we suggest making arrangements with the same Uber to pick you up as it might be hard to grab an Uber from there.
235 yerel halk öneriyor
Irazú Volcano
A must-see volcano, with a very unique crater! Tickets must be bought online (SINAC). Approximately a 2 hr and $45-$47 (one way) Uber ride - we suggest making arrangements with the same Uber to pick you up as it might be hard to grab an Uber from there.
A non-profit foundation perfect for seeing animals. It is not a zoo but rather a rehabilitation center. Approximately a 30 min and $12 (one way) Uber.
120 yerel halk öneriyor
Zoo Ave (Rescate Yaban Yaşam Merkezi)
A non-profit foundation perfect for seeing animals. It is not a zoo but rather a rehabilitation center. Approximately a 30 min and $12 (one way) Uber.
Food Scene
Take a coffee tour OR simply visit the coffee shop! The coffee shop has a great view and all our guests that have gone here have really enjoyed it. Approximately a 40 min and $16-$20 (one way) Uber ride. We suggest making arrangements with the same Uber to pick you up as it might be hard to grab an Uber from there.
71 yerel halk öneriyor
Hacienda Alsacia - Starbucks
Take a coffee tour OR simply visit the coffee shop! The coffee shop has a great view and all our guests that have gone here have really enjoyed it. Approximately a 40 min and $16-$20 (one way) Uber ride. We suggest making arrangements with the same Uber to pick you up as it might be hard to grab an Uber from there.
Cute little dining space in Belén that is perfect for breakfast or brunch, and amazing desserts! It is a very peaceful spot. Approximately a 5 min and $2 (one way) Uber ride.
El Cacaotal
Cute little dining space in Belén that is perfect for breakfast or brunch, and amazing desserts! It is a very peaceful spot. Approximately a 5 min and $2 (one way) Uber ride.
Honestly one of our favorite pizza and hamburger places in Costa Rica! It is a hidden but popular spot (we suggest making a reservation). Approximately a 20 min and $6-$9 (one way) Uber ride.
You can also find them on Uber Eats. (:
Dark Kitchens
Calle 5Honestly one of our favorite pizza and hamburger places in Costa Rica! It is a hidden but popular spot (we suggest making a reservation). Approximately a 20 min and $6-$9 (one way) Uber ride.
You can also find them on Uber Eats. (:
Cute little coffee and antique shop! Approximately a $6 (one way) and 15 min. Uber ride.
Cafe El Retiro
Cute little coffee and antique shop! Approximately a $6 (one way) and 15 min. Uber ride.
Nice atmosphere, a variety of foods, and drinks. The perfect spot! Approximately a $2-$3 (one way) and 10 min Uber ride.
8 yerel halk öneriyor
Por Media Calle Mercado Gastronómico, Santa Verde
Nice atmosphere, a variety of foods, and drinks. The perfect spot! Approximately a $2-$3 (one way) and 10 min Uber ride.
Tasty Costa Rican food with good prices! Approximately a 10 min and $2 (one way) Uber ride.
Boquería Palmeras
124Tasty Costa Rican food with good prices! Approximately a 10 min and $2 (one way) Uber ride.
A great spot for a nice view of San José with typical Costa Rican food (the food is not our favorite but it is decent and the view makes up for it)! We suggest making reservations due to COVID restrictions. Approximately a 25 min and $8-$10 (one way) Uber ride away - we suggest making arrangements with the same Uber to pick you up as it might be hard to grab an Uber from there.
42 yerel halk öneriyor
Mirador Tiquicia
A great spot for a nice view of San José with typical Costa Rican food (the food is not our favorite but it is decent and the view makes up for it)! We suggest making reservations due to COVID restrictions. Approximately a 25 min and $8-$10 (one way) Uber ride away - we suggest making arrangements with the same Uber to pick you up as it might be hard to grab an Uber from there.
Santa Ana Town Center has a gastronomic market with food options for everyone! Approximately a $5.50 (one way) and 20 min Uber ride away.
20 yerel halk öneriyor
Santa Ana Town Center
Santa Ana Town Center has a gastronomic market with food options for everyone! Approximately a $5.50 (one way) and 20 min Uber ride away.
Neighborhoods
Barrio Escalante has become a very popular neighborhood for dining. You will find a wide variety of restaurants and cute little spots.
190 yerel halk öneriyor
Barrio Escalante
Barrio Escalante has become a very popular neighborhood for dining. You will find a wide variety of restaurants and cute little spots.
Malls
This mall is a very unique space in Costa Rica, it has all the things you think of when you think of a mall (stores, dining, movie theater) but it also has spaces for running/jogging and hanging out in the green areas. Approximately a 12 min and $4 (one way) Uber.
38 yerel halk öneriyor
Oksijen Alışveriş Merkezi
111This mall is a very unique space in Costa Rica, it has all the things you think of when you think of a mall (stores, dining, movie theater) but it also has spaces for running/jogging and hanging out in the green areas. Approximately a 12 min and $4 (one way) Uber.