15 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.

Get some historical perspective at Metropolitan Church (Catedral Metropolitana) and Ruins of Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Limpia Concepcion. You'll discover tucked-away gems like La Paz Waterfall and Peace Lodge Gardens and Parque Nacional Braulio Carrillo. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around San Jose: Cartago (Santuario Nacional Nuestra Senora de Los Angeles & Ruins of the Church of Carthage), Iglesia de San Jose de Orosi and the Museum (in Orosi) and Our Lady of the Pillar Cathedral (in Alajuela). Next up on the itinerary: have fun and explore at Museo de los Ninos, take an in-depth tour of Museo Nacional De Costa Rica, indulge your thirst for a good beer at Costa Rica's Craft Brewing Co., and head outdoors with Parque Aventura San Luis.

To see where to stay, maps, reviews, and tourist information, go to the San Jose route planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Tobias Bolanos International Airport, Juan Santamaria International Airport and Limon International Airport. In July, daily temperatures in San Jose can reach 80°F, while at night they dip to 67°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.