Catedral Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
National Theater
You can make plans for a show at National Theater on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
National Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Plaza de la Cultura
Find out about the history of San José when you spend time at Plaza de la Cultura. Discover the entertainment choices in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.
Clinica Biblica Hospital
If Clinica Biblica Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of San José.
San Jose Cathedral
After visiting San Jose Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.
Jade Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Jade Museum during your travels in San José. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Activities
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose
Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience
Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Our pick of the best Catedral Hotel Deals
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Good location
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Hotel Presidente
Easy check in and friendly staff. Nice, clean room.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Costa Rica Guesthouse
The rooms were very clean. Staff was helpful and curteous. When a cold spell hit they found us an extra blanket, which was perfect. Complimentry coffee and hot water for tea. Helped us with our shower which wasn't providing us with hot water.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Staff friendly, check in quick, room spotless and comfortable. Would definitely stay again if needed
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Was prepared to dislike this hotel but it turned out to be ok for a nights stay after flying into San Jose in the early evening. Staff throughout stay were pleasant and helpful, rooms bordering onto pools were basic and needed refurbishment but were again OK, breakfast pleasant and the hotel had ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Barceló San José
The bed set up was wonderful for 3 people. I loved it
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Catedral
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 National Theater.
Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like National Center of Art and Culture and Casa Amarilla.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
