Carmen Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Morazan Park
Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Parque Espana
After visiting Parque Espana, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
National Park
After visiting National Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital
If Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of San José.
National Center of Art and Culture
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Center of Art and Culture in San José. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Casa Amarilla
You can learn about the history of San José with a visit to Casa Amarilla. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Activities
Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience
Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner
From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch
San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour
White Water Rafting Pacuare River with Lunch From San Jose
Our pick of the best Carmen Hotel Deals
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Beautiful, large room. One of the best breakfasts at a hotel. Great people. Located right in downtown shopping. Worth the few extra dollars.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Taormina Hotel and Casino
Overall a pleasant stay
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
This is a must see for solo travelers. Sports Entertainment Food Fun bar Billiards Cigars The food and the sports bar are the best, but I keep coming back for the staff. Especially Hazel. She makes me feel at home, remembers me fondly, and encourages me to join in the fun. Note: when the girls start ...
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Modern, clean and spacious room. Very well located, within 1 block of the center of town. We stayed for one night, but did not have hot water. They attempted to restart the water heater, but apparently didn’t work. An inconvenience that I hope was temporary and the next guests did not have that ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
Great location in the heart of San Jose. Close to the China Town.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Clean room
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Carmen
Barrio Escalante
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.
La California
Check out the restaurants, shopping and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or Jade Museum.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica 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.
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.
Zapote
Though Zapote may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Pedro Mall and Multiplaza del Este Mall.
