10 days in San Jose Itinerary

A trip to San Jose, the capital, commercial center, and cultural hub of Costa Rica, gives you a chance to experience the lively atmosphere and rich cultural past of this vibrant country.

Explore San Jose's surroundings by going to Alajuela (Hacienda Alsacia Starbucks Coffee Farm, monument of Tomas Guardia, &more), Jaco (Mirador de Jaco, Canyoning & Rappelling Tours, &more) and Jardins da Cachoeira de La Paz (in Vara Blanca). The adventure continues: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Poas Volcano, cruise along Top Travel Costa Rica, get engrossed in the history at Museo Nacional De Costa Rica, and examine the collection at Pre-Columbian Gold Museum.

For traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the San Jose road trip app.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiports are Tobias Bolanos International Airport, Juan Santamaria International Airport and Limon International Airport. In April in San Jose, expect temperatures between 33°C during the day and 22°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sun) so you can travel back home.