Popular places to visit

Central Park
You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening in Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.

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.

Hacienda Alsacia
Enjoy an outing to Hacienda Alsacia during your stay in San Isidro.

National Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.

Mercado Central
During your trip to San José, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mercado Central. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.
Activities

Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose

San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner

From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch

Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose
Our pick of the best Zapote Hotel Deals

Barceló San José
Great hotel
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Great clean and quick access to the airport
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Very nice for price
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Easy location for airport and City Mall.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Clean room, the breakfeast
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Clean, friendly staff, great location. Free airport shuttle
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zapote

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 Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.

Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater 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.

Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture.

Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.

San Sebastian
When in San Sebastian, you can plan a visit to Central Park and National Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.


