Top Things to Do in San Jose

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★4.8 226 experiences from US$ 23 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

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Horseback Riding near Arenal Volcano: Private Tour from San Jose
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Horseback Riding near Arenal Volcano: Private Tour from San JoseRide through rainforest with views of Arenal Volcano, then soak in Baldi Hot Springs thermal pools with lunch included. Private guide and transport from San Jose.
3 reviews
5.00★
Duration
12h
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 335per person
Ziplining in San Luis Cloud Forest from San José
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Ziplining in San Luis Cloud Forest from San JoséZip across 12 lines through Costa Rica's cloud forest, including a Tarzan swing and a 106-meter cable at 55 km/h, with guide, lunch and hotel pickup from San José.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
6h
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 189per person
Heredia Barva Volcano Tour: Mountain Towns & Viewpoints
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Heredia Barva Volcano Tour: Mountain Towns & ViewpointsPrivate mountain tour from San José to El Monte de la Cruz park and villages near Barva volcano, guided and picked up from your hotel.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
5h–6h
Mon–FriLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 175per group
Private Transfer Juan Santamaria Airport to La Fortuna
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Private Transfer Juan Santamaria Airport to La FortunaPrivate transfer from Juan Santamaria Airport to La Fortuna with air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi and bottled water.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
3h–4h
Every dayHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 220per group
Airport Transfer San José Costa Rica: Private Round Trip
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Airport Transfer San José Costa Rica: Private Round TripPrivate round-trip transfer from Juan Santamaría International Airport to your Costa Rica destination in an air-conditioned vehicle with a certified driver.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
1h–5h
Every day
12:00
Hotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 110per group
SJO Airport to Puntarenas Transfer Private Vehicle Bilingual Driver
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SJO Airport to Puntarenas Transfer Private Vehicle Bilingual DriverPrivate transfer from SJO Airport to Caldera Cruise Port in Puntarenas with bilingual driver, air-conditioned vehicle, and complimentary beverages.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 180per group
12-Day Costa Rica Tour: Tortuguero, Arenal & Manuel Antonio
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12-Day Costa Rica Tour: Tortuguero, Arenal & Manuel AntonioTwelve days exploring Tortuguero National Park, Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio on the Pacific coast, with naturalist guides.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
12d
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupInstant confirmationfromUS$ 2,750per person
SJO Airport to San Jose Hotels: Private Transfer for up to 8
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SJO Airport to San Jose Hotels: Private Transfer for up to 8Private transfer from San Jose airport to downtown hotels for up to 8 passengers, with personalized arrival assistance and air-conditioned minivan.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
30m
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 95per group
2-Day Arenal Volcano & Tabacon Hot Springs from San Jose
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2-Day Arenal Volcano & Tabacon Hot Springs from San JoseTwo-day Arenal Volcano tour with thermal pool soaking and rainforest canopy walks via hanging bridges, including hotel pickup, guide, meals and lodging from San Jose.
2 reviews
4.50★
Duration
2d
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 750per person
SJO Airport to Uvita or Dominical: Private Transfer
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SJO Airport to Uvita or Dominical: Private TransferPrivate transfer from San José airport to Uvita or Dominical with a bilingual driver, air-conditioned vehicle, and optional crocodile stop at Tárcoles Bridge.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
3h 30m–4h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 290per group
Costa Rica 8-day tour: Tortuguero, Arenal & Tortuga Island
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Costa Rica 8-day tour: Tortuguero, Arenal & Tortuga IslandEight-day Costa Rica tour visiting Tortuguero National Park, Arenal Volcano, and Tortuga Island with a naturalist guide leading wildlife encounters and waterfall hikes.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
8d
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 1,899per person
Private Transfer San José Airport to Puerto Viejo or Cahuita
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Private Transfer San José Airport to Puerto Viejo or CahuitaPrivate minivan transfer from San José airport to Puerto Viejo or Cahuita in Limón, with hotel pickup and air-conditioned transport.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
4h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 299per group
Manuel Antonio National Park Tour: Beaches & Wildlife
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Manuel Antonio National Park Tour: Beaches & WildlifeFull-day private tour from San José to Manuel Antonio National Park with certified naturalist guide, national park entry.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
10h–12h
start times · Every day except Tuesday
3
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 270per person
San Jose Airport to Hotel Transfer: Private Roundtrip
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San Jose Airport to Hotel Transfer: Private RoundtripPrivate roundtrip transfer from San Jose airport to downtown hotels for up to three passengers.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
30m
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 110per group
Wildlife Rescue Center Private Tour from San Jose
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Wildlife Rescue Center Private Tour from San JosePrivate tour of San Jose's Wildlife Rescue Center with naturalist guide, hotel pickup and entrance included. See over 125 rescued animal species across five hours.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
5h
Every day
08:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 185per person
Waterfalls & Cavern Tour from San José: 4WD Private Access
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Waterfalls & Cavern Tour from San José: 4WD Private AccessSix to eight hours exploring hidden waterfalls and a cave near San José with a private 4WD driver, bottled water and a rustic picnic lunch included.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
6h–8h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 750per group
Private Transfer La Fortuna Arenal with Bilingual Driver
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Private Transfer La Fortuna Arenal with Bilingual DriverPrivate transfer to La Fortuna or Arenal with a bilingual driver in an air-conditioned vehicle, including flexible stops and pickup coordination for groups of one to four.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
1h–4h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 180per group
La Fortuna Zipline and Coffee Chocolate Tour: 9 cables with volcano views
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La Fortuna Zipline and Coffee Chocolate Tour: 9 cables with volcano viewsZipline 9 cables above Arenal Volcano, then taste fresh coffee and artisanal chocolate in La Fortuna: both in one morning with pickup from downtown.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 93per person
Animal Rescue Center tour San José: See sloths & wildlife
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Animal Rescue Center tour San José: See sloths & wildlifeGuided tour of Costa Rica's animal rescue center near San José with English or Spanish-speaking guide, air-conditioned transport, and entry included. 45 minutes from the city.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
4h
start times · Mon
3
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 160per person
Poás Volcano & La Paz Waterfalls from San José: Private tour
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Poás Volcano & La Paz Waterfalls from San José: Private tourEight-hour private tour from San José to Poás Volcano's active crater, La Paz Waterfall Gardens, and a coffee plantation, with hotel pickup and English-speaking driver.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
8h
start times · Every day
13
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 243per person
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