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Must-do experiences
Arenal Volcano Tour from San Jose: Zip Lining & Hot SpringsFull-day Arenal Volcano tour from San Jose with zip lining, rappelling, hot springs, and two meals included: coffee plantation stop, waterfall views.
- 3,744 reviews
- 4.92★
- Duration
- 14h
- Every day
- 06:30
Arenal Volcano Tour: Coffee, Waterfalls & Hot SpringsFull-day Arenal Volcano tour from San Jose with coffee tasting, La Paz Waterfall, indigenous culture presentation, Costa Rican lunch and dinner.
- 1,712 reviews
- 4.88★
- Duration
- 14h
- Every day
- 06:30
San Jose Food Tour: Markets, Cooking Class & CoffeeWalk San Jose's markets and historic sites, then cook plantain empanadas and learn traditional Café Chorreado at Mr. Sloth Coffee Shop with a small group and local guide.
- 1,944 reviews
- 4.82★
- Duration
- 3h 30m
- start times · Mon–Sat
- 4
Recommended (7)
San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees
- 1,244 reviews
- 4.94★
- Duration
- 2h 30m
Manuel Antonio: Wildlife Day Trip & Beaches from San Jose
- 840 reviews
- 4.87★
- Duration
- 12h
Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfalls & Coffee Day Trip from San Jose
- 823 reviews
- 4.90★
- Duration
- 10h
Tortuga Island Day Trip from San José: Dolphins & Snorkel
- 714 reviews
- 4.45★
- Duration
- 12h–18h
San Jose Cocktail & Cooking Class: Farm-to-Table Evening
- 564 reviews
- 4.84★
- Duration
- 4h
San Jose: La Carpintera Zip Line, Rappel & Rainforest Hike
- 555 reviews
- 4.94★
- Duration
- 3h
Monteverde: Rain Forest Night Walk with Wildlife SightingUS$ 35US$ 23per person
- 400 reviews
- 4.65★
- Duration
- 2h
Top rated (10)
San Jose: Costa Rica's Only Winery & Golden Berry Liqueur TastingCosta Rica's first commercial winery with international wines from three countries. Guided tour of vineyards with 6-wine tasting and pairing included.
- 121 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 3
San Jose: Sarapiqui River Class III & IV Whitewater RaftingClass 3-4 whitewater rafting on Costa Rica's Sarapiqui River near Arenal. 14 miles, 2+ hours paddling, certified guides, lunch & gear included. Small groups from San Jose.
- 108 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 2
San Jose: Aquiares Coffee Tour & Tasting 2 HoursCoffee farm tour near Turrialba with roasting, cupping and tasting. Small groups, professional guide, entrance fees included. Departs 9am or 2pm from Aquiares.
- 105 reviews
- 4.98★
- Duration
- 2h
- start times · Every day
- 2
La Fortuna: Zipline Adventure & Arenal Volcano ViewsFeel the rush on a zipline course near La Fortuna with Arenal Volcano views, wildlife spotting, and family-friendly fun. Includes all gear and local guides.
- 386 reviews
- 4.96★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 4
Pacuare River Rafting from Turrialba: Class III & IV RapidsPacuare River rafting near Turrialba with class III-IV rapids, 18 miles, waterfalls & jungle. Includes guide, lunch, transfer from Turrialba. Full day adventure.
- 196 reviews
- 4.96★
- Duration
- 6h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Pacuare River Rafting from San Jose: 29km White Water AdventurePacuare River whitewater rafting with 29km of Class II-V rapids. Includes transport from San Jose, gear, guide, and lunch. Full day tour from Turrialba.
- 385 reviews
- 4.95★
- Duration
- 6h
- Every day
- 08:00
San Jose: National Theater & Central Market Walking TourSmall-group walking tour of San Jose's National Theater, Central Market, and historic neighborhoods. Includes guide, coffee, water, and souvenir. Around 4 hours.
- 322 reviews
- 4.94★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 12
Pacuare River rafting tour: 4-hour private trip with lunchRaft the Pacuare River on a private 4-hour tour from Turrialba with lunch included, a photographer documenting the run.
- 204 reviews
- 4.94★
- Duration
- 2h–4h
- Every day
- 07:30
Sarapiquí River Rafting: Class II & III Rapids for FamiliesPaddle Class II and III rapids on the Sarapiquí River for three hours with an internationally certified guide, lunch, and all safety gear included.
- 201 reviews
- 4.93★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 4
San José: Chocolate Making & Tasting WorkshopMake your own chocolate at a San José factory workshop. Taste cocoa stages, craft personalized bars, take home your creations. 2–3 hours, all supplies included.
- 161 reviews
- 4.91★
- Duration
- 2h
- Every day
- 15:00
Lowest price (10)
Sarapiqui Night Frog Tour: 35+ Amphibian SpeciesNight tour through Sarapiqui's tropical forest to spot over 35 frog species with a guide and lantern: listen to their calls, watch their behaviors.
- 12 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 1h–2h
- Every day
- 19:00
San Jose Private Walking Tour: Customized to Your InterestsPrivate walking tour of San Jose with a local guide who tailors the route to what you want to see, from the National Theater to La Sabana Park.
- 50 reviews
- 4.76★
- Duration
- 2h–8h
- start times · Every day
- 19
San Jose Art Walking Tour: Contemporary Galleries & Street ArtTwo-hour art walking tour in San Jose with a live guide through galleries, graffiti, indigenous works and urban fashion.
- 45 reviews
- 4.69★
- Duration
- 2h
- Every day
- 10:15
San Jose Walking Tour: 40+ stops, galleries & public artWalking tour of San Jose with a guide covering 40+ stops at galleries, historic sites, parks, and public art. Small groups, 10:15am start.
- 74 reviews
- 4.24★
- Duration
- 2h
- Every day
- 10:15
Monteverde: Curicancha Birdwatching Tour for Quetzals & Cloud Forest BirdsWatch resplendent quetzals & 30+ bird species in Monteverde’s Curicancha Cloud Forest. Small group tour with expert guide, spotting scope, and flexible timing included.
- 109 reviews
- 4.69★
- Duration
- 3h 30m
- start times · Tue–Sun
- 2
Downtown San Jose Walking Tour: National Theater & Historic SitesWalk downtown San Jose past the National Theater, a cathedral filled with art, and the National Monument in three hours with a live guide in English or Spanish.
- 20 reviews
- 4.70★
- Duration
- 2h
San Jose: Downtown Bar Crawl with Shots & Entry FeesJump into San Jose’s nightlife with a downtown bar crawl: includes shots, local beer or Smirnoff, and covers at top bars. Meet locals, laugh, and feel the city’s pulse.
- 169 reviews
- 4.79★
- Duration
- 3h
- Thu–Sat
- 21:00
Bungee Jump & Canopy Ziplining near San José: 150m jump over La Balsa riverBungee jump 150 meters above La Balsa river, then zipline through cloud forest canopy on 10 cables with hanging bridge and Tarzan swing.
- 11 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 5h
San Jose to SJO Airport: Private Minivan Transfer & Meet-GreetPrivate minivan transfer from San Jose to Juan Santamaría International Airport. Chauffeur meets you at your hotel, handles luggage, includes water. Up to 6 passengers.
- 12 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 30m–45m
San Jose to La Fortuna Transfer: 2.5 hours, no rental carShared shuttle from San Jose or SJO Airport to La Fortuna with hotel pickup. Air-conditioned, WiFi, bilingual driver, one rest stop. Starts at $44.
- 225 reviews
- 4.71★
- Duration
- 3h
- Every day
- 08:00
San Jose at a glance ✓ 2026-11-04
- Most booked: Arenal Volcano Tour from San Jose: Zip Lining & Hot Springs, US$ 185 (14h, 4.92★ · 3,744).
- Top rated: Arenal Volcano Tour: Coffee, Waterfalls & Hot Springs, US$ 165 (14h, 4.88★ · 1,712).
- Best value: San Jose Food Tour: Markets, Cooking Class & Coffee, US$ 35 (3h 30m, 4.82★ · 1,944).
Of the 226 experiences: 220 with free cancellation, 204 with instant confirmation, 185 with hotel pickup and 108 bookable last-minute.