Top San Jose Tours & Sightseeing

Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner

• 10 Reviews
• In just one day, it’s possible to visit top Costa Rica attractions like Arenal Volcano, La Paz Waterfall, and Arenal Hot Springs when you book this guided tour from San Jose. All-inclusive private transport smooths over otherwise tricky transportation logistics, and your guide keeps you well entertained and informed as you explore. This tour includes all entrance fees plus two meals, adding up to a great value.
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Arenal Volcano and Tabacón Hot Springs Day Trip from San Jose

• 83 Reviews
• Find your bliss with a classic Costa Rican experience that combines a seismic dose of adventure and relaxation! On this full-day trip from San Jose, visit the very active Arenal Volcano and explore its base with a guided nature hike. Then, unwind with a soak in a variety of geothermal pools at the luxurious Tabacón hot springs. The tour also includes a stop at the artisan town of Sarchí, plus delicious lunch and dinner.
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San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour

• 12 Reviews
• Explore the Costa Rican capital’s rich history, landmark buildings, and modern culture on a combo bus and walking tour of San Jose. Get a great introduction to city highlights like the National Theater and Art Museum, and stop to walk through bustling markets and public plazas to feel the pulse of this modern Central American metropolis. Get an extra boost of Costa Rican culture by listening to traditional folkloric music onboard the bus.
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5D-4N Authentic Costa Rica

• We are a company dedicated and specialized in the tour for several days, we adapt to the needs of our customers, so we have our own guides and vehicles, we are a local tour operator in the area
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Irazu Volcano, Orosi Valley and Lankester

• 49 Reviews
• Discover orchid gardens, colonial architecture, and a magnificent volcano on this full-day trip to Orosi Valley from San Jose. Admire Irazu Volcano — the tallest in the country — and wander the historic streets of Orosi’s town center. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and take a leisurely stroll through the gorgeous Lankester Botanical Gardens.
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Orosi and Lankester from San José

• Explore the Orosi Valley and the Lankester Botanical Gardens on this guided combination half-day tour from San José. The gardens, which are located outside of Cartago, serve as a center for orchid research, including more than 800 species of orchids, bromeliads, and other plants. Following the gardens, head to the town of Orosi to view the 18th-century Iglesia de San José de Orosi and colonial churches.
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Manuel Antonio National Park Day Trip from San Jose

• 87 Reviews
• Discover one of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica on this full-day trip from San Jose to Manuel Antonio National Park. After a scenic drive along the Pacific coast, you’ll arrive at this protected reserve that features lush tropical rain forest and unspoiled stretches of white sandy beach. Relax on the shore or explore the jungle with a guided nature hike, where you’ll have a chance to spot birds, sloths, monkeys and other resident wildlife.
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ATV & Canopy from San Jose

• Let the ATV do the hiking for you on this full-day, guided tour through the rainforest trails. Learn to use your ATV and take a few practice laps before heading out to the muddy trails traversing rivers and paths taking in vegetation and tropical wildlife along the way. Stop for a swim along the way at Herradura Beach and enjoy lunch when you return.
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Half-Day Manuel Antonio Catamaran Cruise

• Experience the best of land and sea a 4- to 5-hour catamaran excursion along the forested coast of Manuel Antonio National Park. Cruise past a tropical rain forest and white-sand beaches, snorkel in coral reefs on the morning tour, or enjoy a panoramic view of the ocean sunset on the afternoon tour. Hotel pickup, typical Costa Rican lunch, and natural juices included.
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La Paz Waterfall Gardens from San José

• La Paz Waterfall Gardens showcases Costa Rican wilderness at its most picturesque, with lush tropical rain forest, thundering cascades, white rivers, and a rich variety of wildlife. This tour provides round-trip transportation from San José and allows you to see the highlights of La Paz in a single day. Your guide navigates through the park’s many trails and takes you to White Magic Waterfall, the butterfly observatory, and other attractions.
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San Jose by Night with 3-course Dinner and Wine at a favorite local restaurant

• 42 Reviews
• Discover San Jose’s hidden delights with this unique evening tour of the Costa Rican capital. Wander through a maze of vendor stalls and to learn about staples of local cooking at the Central Market, and see the opulent National Theater and other architectural highlights on a twilight walking tour. Drive to the ritzy Paseo de la Luz the east side of San Jose well known for its gastronomy. Finish the night with a 3-course meal and wine pairings at a gourmet Costa Rican restaurant.
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San Jose Costa Rica City Tour with Lunch

• 2 Reviews
• San Jose is the cultural capital of Costa Rica and boasts a rich and varied history. Get acquainted with the city’s charms on a private 5-hour tour, featuring a customizable itinerary of must-see attractions and private transportation through the city’s maze of trafficked avenues.
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Half-Day Trip to Irazu Volcano and Cartago from San Jose

• 8 Reviews
• Satisfy your inner explorer on this 6-hour tour from San Jose that combines a trek to towering Irazú Volcano with a visit to the historic ruins and basilica of Cartago. Take in spectacular views from the summit of Costa Rica's tallest volcano, and uncover centuries of history among fascinating parish ruins and the rich iconography of the Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels.
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Rainforest Adventure Atlantic Aerial Tram Tour

• 48 Reviews
• Discover Costa Rica’s rain forest from a unique treetop perspective with this aerial tram ride. Accompanied by an expert guide, you’ll glide through the forest canopy in the Braulio Carrillo National Park, where you will have a chance to spot amazing native plants and animals. Round-trip transport from your San Jose hotel and a traditional Costa Rican lunch are included.
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Britt Coffee Tour and Chocolate Tasting from San Jose

• 24 Reviews
• Treat your taste buds to a sampling of Costa Rica’s famed coffee paired with gourmet chocolate on this half-day tour of the Café Britt coffee plantation. See firsthand how this sustainable, gourmet producer grows, harvests, and roasts coffee beans to create the perfect aromatic cup. Visit the on-site coffee bar to taste several of Café Britt’s different roasts, accompanied by chocolate. Round out the day with a farm-fresh buffet lunch of traditional Costa Rican cuisine at the plantation restaurant.
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San Jose: Pura Vida Experience Tour: Tapas, Traditional Masks and Escazu Visit

• 45 Reviews
• Enjoy an insider’s perspective of San Jose on this half-day city walking tour. Accompanied by an expert guide, you’ll get a sense of daily life in the Costa Rican capital as you ride public transportation, stop by a beautiful local park and visit the artisan workshop of a third-generation craftsman. Taste local flavors while you browse stalls at the historic Central Market, savor a traditional lunch at an 80-year-old inn and learn to make tortillas.
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San Jose Walking Tour: Food, History and Architecture

• 26 Reviews
• Get a taste of San Jose’s culture and cuisine on this 3-hour walking tour. Explore Costa Rica’s capital accompanied by an expert guide and learn about the city’s history, architecture and flavor. Explore the produce stalls of two traditional markets and discover what makes Costa Rican coffee so delicious as you sample some local brews. The tour is capped at 12 people for a personalized small-group experience.
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Small-Group Tour: Pacific Rainforest Aerial Tram and Nature Walk from Jaco

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• Explore all three levels of a tropical rain forest on a 3-hour guided small-group tour with 10 people or fewer. Cruise above the treetops onboard an aerial tram before descending to the forest floor, where a guide will lead you on a 45-minute nature walk featuring medical plants, tropical snakes, and colorful flowers. Opt for an 8 a.m. or 11 a.m. tour when you book.
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Full-Day Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge Boat Tour

• Venture near the Nicaraguan border and cruise through the extraordinary wetlands of the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge on this full-day tour from La Fortuna. As you float down the Río Frío with a guide, observe migratory birds like herons and cormorants, and keep an eye out for monkeys and sloths lurking in the trees and caimans lounging on the riverbanks. Chat about your wildlife sightings with fellow travelers over a delicious lunch on the way back to your hotel.
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San Jose City Sightseeing Tour

• 54 Reviews
• Discover highlights of Costa Rican history and culture on this 4-hour city tour of downtown San Jose. Visit the city’s architectural treasures, including the historic National Theater. Take a spin through the galleries of an art museum to admire pre-Columbian treasures, and enjoy the lush landscaping of one of San Jose’s beloved emerald parks.
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Private Transfer: Montezuma, Malpaís or Santa Teresa to SJO Airport by Minivan

• Why spend your precious time waiting in long shuttle or taxi lines. Avoid the language barrier and currency exchange. Travel in style from your hotel in Montezuma, Malpaís or Santa Teresa to San Jose Juan Santarmaría SJO International Airport by private vehicle, and reach your final destination relaxed and refreshed.
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Arrival Private Transfer San Jose Airport SJO to Arenal or La Fortuna by Minivan

• Why spend your precious time waiting in long shuttle or taxi lines. Avoid the language barrier and currency exchange. Travel in style from San Jose Juan Santarmaría SJO  International Airport to your hotel in Arenal or La Fortuna by private vehicle, and reach your final destination relaxed and refreshed.
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Tortuguero National Park

• 93 Reviews
• Explore the natural beauty and protected wildlife of Costa Rica’s Tortuguero National Park with a full-day guided tour from San Jose. Cruise through freshwater rivers on a boat — the only way to access the inner reaches of this beautiful nature reserve. Learn about the park’s incredible biodiversity from your naturalist guide, and visit a green sea turtle nesting site. Take a break from your exploration to savor lunch at the eco-chic Evergreen Lodge surrounded by views of a lush tropical forest.
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Private Transfer: Manuel Antonio or Quepos to San Jose SJO Airport by Minivan

• Why spend your precious time waiting in long shuttle or taxi lines. Avoid the language barrier and currency exchange. Travel in style from your hotel in Manuel Antonio or Quepos to San Jose Juan Santarmaría SJO International Airport by private vehicle, and reach your final destination relaxed and refreshed.
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