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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Downtown San Jose Walking Tour: National Theater & Historic Sites
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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
Every dayLive guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 40per person
Bar crawl in San Jose: VIP nightlife tour on a party bus
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Bar crawl in San Jose: VIP nightlife tour on a party busParty across San Jose's nightlife on a deluxe bus with VIP entry to multiple venues, live DJ, karaoke and drinks over 5 hours.
20 reviews
4.60★
Duration
5h
Wed–Sat
19:30
Live guide EN · PT · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 100per person
Tortuguero National Park: Private day tour from San Jose
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Tortuguero National Park: Private day tour from San JoseExperience Tortuguero’s canals, wildlife, and colorful village with a private guide. Includes boat ride, lunch, and pickup from San Jose. Book now.
20 reviews
4.95★
Duration
10h
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 350per person
Private Driver in San Jose, Costa Rica: 10 Hours
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Private Driver in San Jose, Costa Rica: 10 HoursHire a private driver in San Jose for up to 10 hours with your own vehicle, flexible routing, and a knowledgeable local driver who knows the area and adjusts to your pace.
19 reviews
5.00★
Duration
10h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 800per group
Private shuttle San Jose airport to Marriot Los Suenos: 2 hours
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Travelers' pick
Private shuttle San Jose airport to Marriot Los Suenos: 2 hoursPrivate shuttle from San Jose airport to Marriott Los Suenos Herradura with nameplate greeting, flexible pickup times, WiFi, and water to start your Costa Rica getaway.
18 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 160per group
Chocolate Tour in Sarapiqui Rainforest: Make Your Own Bar
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Chocolate Tour in Sarapiqui Rainforest: Make Your Own BarLearn to make chocolate from cacao beans at Tirimbina Reserve in Sarapiqui's rainforest. Cross the region's longest hanging bridge to a traditional.
17 reviews
4.71★
Duration
7h
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 299per person
Pacuare River Rafting: 18 Miles of Class III-IV Rapids
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Pacuare River Rafting: 18 Miles of Class III-IV RapidsRaft 18 miles of Class III and IV rapids on the Pacuare River with a guide and meals included, departing from San José with hotel pickup.
17 reviews
4.76★
Duration
1d
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 124per person
Poás Volcano, Coffee Farm & Artisan Towns Day Tour from San José
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Travelers' pick
Poás Volcano, Coffee Farm & Artisan Towns Day Tour from San JoséVisit Poás Volcano crater, tour a coffee estate with lunch, and explore the artisan towns of Grecia and Sarchí on this nine-hour guided tour from San José.
16 reviews
4.81★
Duration
9h
Every day
08:30
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 125per person
La Paz Waterfall Gardens tour: Waterfalls and wildlife
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La Paz Waterfall Gardens tour: Waterfalls and wildlifeVisit La Paz Waterfall Gardens on a six to seven hour tour from Alajuela through cloud forest to see five waterfalls and over 100 animal species, with hotel pickup and lunch.
16 reviews
4.56★
Duration
6h–7h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 125per person
San José to Manuel Antonio: Private Transfer 3 Hours
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San José to Manuel Antonio: Private Transfer 3 HoursPrivate transfer from San José airport to Manuel Antonio with stops at Tarcoles River for crocodile spotting. Includes WiFi, cold water, and professional driver.
16 reviews
5.00★
Duration
3h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 110per person
San Jose Airport to Jaco Beach Private Shuttle
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San Jose Airport to Jaco Beach Private ShuttlePrivate minivan transfer from San Jose airport to Jaco Beach with bilingual driver, flight tracking and stops along the way. Approximately 1 hour 40 minutes door to door.
16 reviews
4.69★
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 170per group
San Jose Airport to Los Suenos: Private Roundtrip Shuttle
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San Jose Airport to Los Suenos: Private Roundtrip ShuttlePrivate roundtrip shuttle from San Jose airport to Los Suenos with driver at arrivals. WiFi and water included, 24/7 support, flexible pickup times and hotel stops.
16 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 350per group
Poás Volcano & La Paz Waterfall Gardens tour from San Jose
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Poás Volcano & La Paz Waterfall Gardens tour from San JoseFull-day tour from San Jose to Poás Volcano and La Paz Waterfall Gardens with park entry, breakfast, lunch and guide included.
14 reviews
5.00★
Duration
9h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 195per person
Pacuare River Rafting: 30 km Class III-IV Whitewater
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Pacuare River Rafting: 30 km Class III-IV WhitewaterRaft 30 km of Class III-IV rapids on the Pacuare River from San José with professional guides, meals and hotel pickup for an adrenaline-filled day.
14 reviews
4.79★
Duration
4h 30m
Every day
05:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 128per person
La Paz Waterfall Gardens & Sarapiqui River tour from San Jose
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La Paz Waterfall Gardens & Sarapiqui River tour from San JoseLa Paz Waterfall Gardens features five cascades and rescued wildlife, followed by a two-hour Sarapiqui River safari-style boat ride through tropical forest near San Jose.
13 reviews
5.00★
Duration
9h
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 225per person
La Paz Waterfall Gardens & Sarapiqui River Day Trip
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La Paz Waterfall Gardens & Sarapiqui River Day TripDay trip from San Jose to La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Sarapiqui River with bilingual guide, hotel pickup, buffet lunch and all entry fees included.
13 reviews
5.00★
Duration
10h
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 225per person
Tortuga Island Catamaran from San Jose: Snorkeling & Beach Day
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Tortuga Island Catamaran from San Jose: Snorkeling & Beach DayFull-day catamaran to Tortuga Island from San Jose with hotel pickup, breakfast, lunch, live music and 4 hours on the beach. Returns evening.
12 reviews
3.83★
Duration
14h
Every day except Saturday
05:00
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 169per person
Aquiares Coffee Tour: Seed to cup on a working farm
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Likely to sell out
Aquiares Coffee Tour: Seed to cup on a working farmFull-day coffee tour at Aquiares farm near Turrialba with professional guide, covering planting and picking, waterfall swim.
12 reviews
5.00★
Duration
8h
Every day
08:30
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 108per person
Sarapiqui Night Frog Tour: 35+ Amphibian Species
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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
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 33per person
San Jose to SJO Airport: Private Minivan Transfer & Meet-Greet
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Travelers' pick
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
Every dayHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 52per person
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