Top Things to Do in San Jose

We compared all 226 experiences in San Jose so you can choose in minutes: real prices, verified reviews and our editorial picks.

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

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Doka Coffee Tour, Poás Volcano & La Paz Waterfall from San Jose
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Doka Coffee Tour, Poás Volcano & La Paz Waterfall from San JoseVisit a Costa Rica coffee plantation for breakfast and processing tour, then see Poás Volcano's active crater and walk through La Paz Waterfall Gardens.
37 reviews
4.76★
Duration
10h
Every day
06:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 184per person
3-Day Arenal Volcano & Manuel Antonio Tour from San José
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3-Day Arenal Volcano & Manuel Antonio Tour from San JoséThree-day Costa Rica tour through Monteverde Cloud Forest and Arenal Volcano, ending in Manuel Antonio with guided rainforest hikes and wildlife viewing.
35 reviews
4.71★
Duration
3d
Mon–SatLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 699per person
La Paz Waterfall Gardens tour: 5 waterfalls & wildlife
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La Paz Waterfall Gardens tour: 5 waterfalls & wildlifeVisit Costa Rica's 5 highest waterfalls and rainforest trails where you'll spot marmosets, sloths, toucans and hummingbirds. Includes hotel pickup, guide and lunch.
34 reviews
4.50★
Duration
7h
Every day
10:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 149per person
Snorkeling and Manuel Antonio Park from San Jose
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Snorkeling and Manuel Antonio Park from San JoseSnorkel with dolphins and turtles on a catamaran, then explore Manuel Antonio National Park's jungle on a guided tour, departing San Jose with meals and hotel pickup.
34 reviews
4.41★
Duration
12h
Every day except Tuesday
05:30
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 237per person
La Paz Waterfall Gardens tour: Wildlife exhibits
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La Paz Waterfall Gardens tour: Wildlife exhibitsTour from San José to La Paz Waterfall Gardens with hummingbird gallery, serpentarium, bird house, butterfly garden and frog exhibit. Includes hotel pickup, lunch and guide.
33 reviews
4.39★
Duration
7h
Every day
09:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 149per person
Private Driver in San Jose, Costa Rica: Up to 10 Hours Daily
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Private Driver in San Jose, Costa Rica: Up to 10 Hours DailyHire a private driver and vehicle in San Jose for up to 10 hours daily, with pickup at your location and a knowledgeable local driver who knows.
32 reviews
4.88★
Duration
10h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 1,000per group
Monteverde Night Walk Tour: Nocturnal wildlife with private guide
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Travelers' pick
Monteverde Night Walk Tour: Nocturnal wildlife with private guidePrivate night walk through Monteverde's transitional forest with a guide spotting sleeping birds, nocturnal mammals and insects active only after dark.
32 reviews
4.94★
Duration
2h
Every day
18:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 85per person
La Paz Waterfall Gardens & Coffee Plantation Tour: 8 Hours
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La Paz Waterfall Gardens & Coffee Plantation Tour: 8 HoursEight-hour tour from La Paz combining a working coffee plantation and La Paz Waterfall Gardens with hotel pickup, buffet lunch and guide included.
31 reviews
4.61★
Duration
8h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 175per person
Irazú & Turrialba Volcanoes Tour: Two Peaks in One Day
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Irazú & Turrialba Volcanoes Tour: Two Peaks in One DayFull-day tour from San Jose to Costa Rica's highest volcano and its active twin, featuring crater walks and Cartago ruins with a local guide leading the way.
30 reviews
4.93★
Duration
7h–9h
Every day
08:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 199per person
Sarapiqui River Kayaking: Class I–II Rapids for Beginners
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Sarapiqui River Kayaking: Class I–II Rapids for BeginnersPaddle 12 km down the Sarapiqui River on Class I–II rapids with a certified guide, safety gear and instruction included.
30 reviews
4.80★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 95per person
SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio Transfer: 3–4 Hours
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SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio Transfer: 3–4 HoursTransfer from San José airport to Manuel Antonio with driver pickup at arrivals and complimentary water.
29 reviews
5.00★
Duration
3h
Every dayHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 239per group
San Jose: Central Market & National Museum Walking Tour
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San Jose: Central Market & National Museum Walking TourFull-day San Jose walking tour with Borbón and Central markets, National Museum, and cooking class. Taste exotic fruits, tamales, empanadas and local coffee. Around 6 hours.
28 reviews
4.75★
Duration
5h
Tue–Fri
10:00
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 63per person
Sarapiqui River Rafting: Paddle Class II-III Rapids
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Travelers' pick
Sarapiqui River Rafting: Paddle Class II-III RapidsPaddle the Sarapiqui River's Class II-III rapids in a morning or afternoon session with a certified guide, lifejackets and all gear included.
27 reviews
5.00★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 79per person
Manuel Antonio Beach Tour: Wildlife & Playa Espadilla
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Travelers' pick
Manuel Antonio Beach Tour: Wildlife & Playa EspadillaFull-day Manuel Antonio National Park tour from San José with naturalist guide, Tárcoles River crocodile viewing, and rainforest hiking.
26 reviews
4.65★
Duration
13h
Wed, Fri and Sat
05:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 162per person
Airport to La Fortuna Transfer: Private Van for 11–15 Passengers
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Airport to La Fortuna Transfer: Private Van for 11–15 PassengersPrivate minivan transfer from Juan Santamaria Airport to La Fortuna with bilingual driver for groups of 11-15 passengers, including one hour of complimentary wait time.
25 reviews
5.00★
Every dayLive guide EN · ESPickup optionalInstant confirmationfromUS$ 371per group
Dinner & Folk Dance Show in San José: Mountain Viewpoint
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Dinner & Folk Dance Show in San José: Mountain ViewpointDinner with a Costa Rican folk dance show at a 19th-century house on San José's highest viewpoint: pickup at 5pm, welcome cocktail, wine included.
24 reviews
4.08★
Duration
5h
Thu
17:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 99per person
Ziplining and ATV from San Jose: Choose 2 activities
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Travelers' pick
Ziplining and ATV from San Jose: Choose 2 activitiesTen hours from San Jose includes round-trip transport, lunch, two activities you pick from zipline, ATV jungle, horseback, surfing or chocolate tour.
24 reviews
4.38★
Duration
10h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 218per person
Poás Volcano & La Paz Waterfalls Private Tour Highlights
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Travelers' pick
Poás Volcano & La Paz Waterfalls Private Tour HighlightsPrivate eight-hour tour from La Paz visiting Poás Volcano's active crater and La Paz Waterfall Gardens with five waterfalls.
23 reviews
4.83★
Duration
8h
Every day
07:30
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 255per person
Poás Volcano tour from San José: Small group, coffee stops
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Travelers' pick
Poás Volcano tour from San José: Small group, coffee stopsSmall-group tour to Poás Volcano from San José with hotel pickup, coffee plantation visits, and lunch at Fredo Fresas. You choose the pace at each stop.
21 reviews
5.00★
Duration
4h–6h
Every dayLive guide EN · PT · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 127per person
Bajos del Toro Waterfall Hike from San Jose: Swimming & Lunch
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Bajos del Toro Waterfall Hike from San Jose: Swimming & LunchHike 6–7 km through remote valleys to Bajos del Toro waterfalls with hotel pickup from San Jose, breakfast, lunch and time to swim. Guide included in English or Spanish.
21 reviews
5.00★
Duration
9h–10h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 250per person
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