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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Nauyaca Waterfalls & Hacienda Ébano tour from San Jose
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Nauyaca Waterfalls & Hacienda Ébano tour from San JoseTour from San Jose to Barú's waterfalls with a naturalist guide, ocean views, and a hike through nature reserves while enjoying Costa Rican cuisine.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
5h–6h
Every day
07:30
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 170per person
Private Transfer San Jose Airport to Monteverde: Welcome service included
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Private Transfer San Jose Airport to Monteverde: Welcome service includedPrivate transfer from San Jose Airport to Monteverde with a name-sign welcome and English-speaking driver. Six hours of comfortable travel with stops as needed.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
6h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 199per group
San Jose Airport to Jaco Transfer: Private, up to 5 people
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San Jose Airport to Jaco Transfer: Private, up to 5 peoplePrivate transfer from San Jose airport to Jaco in an air-conditioned minivan with bilingual driver and a crocodile viewing stop at Tarcoles River.
1 review
5.00★
Every dayLive guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 118per group
Arenal Volcano hike and hot springs from San Jose
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Arenal Volcano hike and hot springs from San JoseHike Arenal Volcano's slopes and soak in natural hot springs fed by the volcano, with hotel pickup from San Jose, Alajuela or Heredia included in this Costa Rica adventure.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
4h
Every dayLive guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 142per person
San José Private Cultural Walk: Historic Architecture Tour
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San José Private Cultural Walk: Historic Architecture TourPrivate walking tour of San José's historic center with a local guide: Plaza de la Cultura, the National Theatre, an 18th-century church.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 349per person
Rafting and Canopy Tour from San Jose: Sarapiqui
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Rafting and Canopy Tour from San Jose: SarapiquiCanopy and white-water rafting in Sarapiqui from San Jose with lunch, guide and hotel pickup. Class II-III rapids and nine cables over secondary forest.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
10h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 215per person
Rio Grande de Orosi rapids Class II-III: 5.5 km whitewater
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Rio Grande de Orosi rapids Class II-III: 5.5 km whitewaterRaft 5.5 km of Class II-III rapids on the Rio Grande de Orosi with a qualified guide, safety briefing and lunch included.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
7h 30m
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 110per person
13-day Costa Rica tour: Jungle, volcano, cloud forest and beach
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13-day Costa Rica tour: Jungle, volcano, cloud forest and beach13-day Costa Rica tour visiting Tortuguero, Arenal Volcano, Monteverde and Manuel Antonio with a naturalist guide, lodging and transport included throughout.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
13d
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 3,190per person
Private Transfer SJO Airport to Monteverde: Bilingual Driver
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Private Transfer SJO Airport to Monteverde: Bilingual DriverPrivate transfer from SJO airport to Monteverde hotels with bilingual driver, WiFi and water included. A few hours each way.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
2h 40m
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 117per person
San Jose Airport to Puerto Viejo Transfer: Private Minivan
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San Jose Airport to Puerto Viejo Transfer: Private MinivanPrivate minivan transfer from San Jose SJO airport to Puerto Viejo hotels for up to 6 passengers. English-speaking driver meets you at arrivals with a name sign.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
4h 10m–4h 40m
Every dayHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 304per person
Tarcoles River Crocodile Tour from San Jose: Private & Guided
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Tarcoles River Crocodile Tour from San Jose: Private & GuidedPrivate crocodile boat tour on Tarcoles River with rainforest walk in Carara National Park.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
8h
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 275per person
Private shuttle San Jose to Monteverde: Minivan or SUV
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Private shuttle San Jose to Monteverde: Minivan or SUVThree-hour private shuttle from San Jose or the airport to Monteverde in an air-conditioned minivan or SUV.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
3h
Every dayHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 249per group
Airport to San Jose Private Transfer: Door-to-Door Service
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Airport to San Jose Private Transfer: Door-to-Door ServicePrivate transfer from Juan Santamaria Airport to San Jose with dedicated driver and nameplate greeting for seamless arrival.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
25m
Every dayPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 73per person
San José to Puerto Viejo de Limón Private Transfer: 4.5 Hours
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San José to Puerto Viejo de Limón Private Transfer: 4.5 HoursPrivate transfer from San José or Juan Santamaría Airport to Puerto Viejo de Limón in an air-conditioned vehicle with bilingual driver. Pickup included.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
4h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 299per group
Monteverde Cloud Forest Guided Hike Tour from San Jose
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Monteverde Cloud Forest Guided Hike Tour from San JoseDay trip from San Jose to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve with naturalist guide, breakfast, entrance and lunch included.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
12h
Every day
06:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 229per person
San Jose to Manuel Antonio: Private Transfer
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San Jose to Manuel Antonio: Private TransferPrivate transfer from San Jose or Juan Santamaria Airport to Manuel Antonio hotels for groups of 4 or 10, with bilingual drivers and complimentary stops en route.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
3h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 345per group
Private Transfer from San Jose Airport to La Fortuna: 3-Hour Ride
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Private Transfer from San Jose Airport to La Fortuna: 3-Hour RidePrivate transfer from San Jose airport to La Fortuna de Arenal in an air-conditioned minivan with bilingual driver, hotel pickup and WiFi included.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
3h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupInstant confirmationfromUS$ 240per group
San Jose Airport to Cahuita Private Transfer: Welcome Service
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San Jose Airport to Cahuita Private Transfer: Welcome ServicePrivate transfer from San Jose airport to Cahuita with airport welcome service and English-speaking driver for direct arrival.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
6h
Every dayLive guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 272per group
Private Transfer San Jose Airport to Jaco Beach: Welcome Service
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Private Transfer San Jose Airport to Jaco Beach: Welcome ServicePrivate transfer from San Jose airport to Jaco Beach with driver holding a nameplate at arrival, hotel pickup available, English-speaking driver.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
2h
Every dayLive guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 190per group
Pacuare River Rafting 2-Day: Class III & IV Rapids, Lodge
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Pacuare River Rafting 2-Day: Class III & IV Rapids, LodgePaddle 36 kilometers of Class III and IV whitewater on the Pacuare River over two days from San Jose, with overnight lodge stay.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
2d
Every day
06:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 375per person
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