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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Tarcoles River Crocodile Safari & Carara Park Tour
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Tarcoles River Crocodile Safari & Carara Park TourCruise the Tarcoles River to spot American crocodiles, then walk Carara National Park's transitional forest with a bilingual guide. Includes park entry.
12 reviews
4.67★
Duration
5h–6h
Every day
08:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 170per person
Whitewater Rafting Sarapiquí River Class 3-4 from La Fortuna
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Whitewater Rafting Sarapiquí River Class 3-4 from La FortunaWhitewater rafting on Costa Rica's Sarapiquí River with class 3-4 rapids, guide, equipment and lunch included. Pickup from La Fortuna, eight hours total.
12 reviews
4.92★
Duration
8h
Next departure: 13 Jun 2027Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 122per person
Pejibaye River Tubing from San José with Private Guide
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Pejibaye River Tubing from San José with Private GuideFloat Class I-II rapids through Turrialba rainforest on the Pejibaye River with a private guide and lunch, departing from San José.
11 reviews
5.00★
Duration
6h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 95per person
Bungee Jump & Canopy Ziplining near San José: 150m jump over La Balsa river
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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
Tue–SunLive guide EN · PT · HE · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 45per person
Day trip San Jose to Arenal Hanging Bridges & hot springs
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Day trip San Jose to Arenal Hanging Bridges & hot springsDay trip from San Jose to Mistico Park's suspension bridges over Lake Arenal, volcano views, and thermal waters at Baldi Hot Springs with dinner.
11 reviews
4.64★
Duration
13h
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 300per person
Pacuare River Rafting 2-Day Class III & IV Adventure
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Pacuare River Rafting 2-Day Class III & IV AdventureTwo-day rafting on Costa Rica's Pacuare River with hotel pickup from San José, overnight lodge stay, all meals and equipment included.
10 reviews
4.90★
Duration
2d
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 370per person
Arenal Volcano & Hot Springs Tour from San José
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Arenal Volcano & Hot Springs Tour from San JoséFull-day tour from San José through Sarchí to La Fortuna, with Arenal Volcano views and six natural thermal pools at Ecotermales.
9 reviews
5.00★
Duration
11h–12h
Every day
07:30
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 222per person
Arenal Hanging Bridges & Hot Springs: Private Tour from San Jose
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Arenal Hanging Bridges & Hot Springs: Private Tour from San JosePrivate twelve-hour tour from San Jose to Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, where you'll walk canopy trails and soak in natural hot springs at Baldi.
9 reviews
4.56★
Duration
12h
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 295per person
San Jose Airport to City Transfer: Private Minivan Pickup
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Travelers' pick
San Jose Airport to City Transfer: Private Minivan PickupPrivate transfer from San Jose Juan Santamaría SJO airport to San Jose City Center in a minivan with meet-and-greet at arrivals.
9 reviews
4.78★
Duration
30m–45m
Every dayHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 52per person
San José: Río Celeste hike with swim & Caldera beach stop
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San José: Río Celeste hike with swim & Caldera beach stopExperience Río Celeste’s blue waters on a guided hike from San José, swim in a private stretch of river, enjoy local lunch, and end at Caldera beach. Includes pickup.
9 reviews
4.56★
Duration
11h–13h
Every day
05:30
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 282per person
Poás Volcano tour from Alajuela: Crater and active fumaroles
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Poás Volcano tour from Alajuela: Crater and active fumarolesHalf-day tour to Poás Volcano National Park from your hotel in Alajuela, with bilingual guide, park entry and air-conditioned transport.
9 reviews
5.00★
Duration
5h–6h
Tue–SunLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 110per person
Poas Volcano & La Paz Waterfalls: Private Tour from San Jose
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Poas Volcano & La Paz Waterfalls: Private Tour from San JosePrivate tour from San Jose to Poas Volcano and La Paz Waterfalls Gardens with naturalist guide, park entry, lunch and hotel pickup.
9 reviews
5.00★
Duration
10h
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 300per person
Poás Volcano, La Paz Waterfalls & Coffee Farm Tour
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Poás Volcano, La Paz Waterfalls & Coffee Farm TourPrivate tour from La Paz covering Poás Volcano crater, La Paz Waterfall Gardens with five waterfalls and wildlife.
8 reviews
4.88★
Duration
7h–8h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 295per person
9-Day Costa Rica Tour: Volcano, Cloud Forest & Beaches
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9-Day Costa Rica Tour: Volcano, Cloud Forest & BeachesNine-day Costa Rica tour featuring Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest and Manuel Antonio beaches with guided hikes, wildlife viewing and beachside relaxation.
8 reviews
4.88★
Duration
9d
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 2,285per person
8-Day Romantic Getaway: All-Inclusive Honeymoon Tour San Jose
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8-Day Romantic Getaway: All-Inclusive Honeymoon Tour San Jose8-day romantic tour from San Jose featuring volcanic landscapes, rainforest hikes and Pacific coastline, staying in 4-star hotels with guided excursions and meals.
8 reviews
5.00★
Duration
8d
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 1,789per person
Ziplining near San Jose: Canyoning, Rappel & 4x4 Combo
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Ziplining near San Jose: Canyoning, Rappel & 4x4 ComboZiplining and canyoning combo from San Jose with hotel pickup: two ziplines, five waterfall rappels, 4x4 jungle ride and natural pools in one 7-hour adventure.
8 reviews
5.00★
Duration
7h
Every day
10:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 264per person
ATV Riding in Playa Flamingo: Beach to Jungle Off-Roading
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ATV Riding in Playa Flamingo: Beach to Jungle Off-RoadingTwo-hour ATV ride from Playa Grande to Atapalo Beach through tropical dry forest, rivers and estuaries. Your guide provides helmet and pickup.
7 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h
Every dayLive guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 150per person
Suspension Bridges & Hot Springs from San Jose: Arenal in one day
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Suspension Bridges & Hot Springs from San Jose: Arenal in one dayFull-day tour from San Jose featuring 2.5 hours on six suspension bridges 45 meters above the rainforest, then natural hot springs and lunch in Arenal.
7 reviews
5.00★
Duration
10h
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 224per person
San José Airport to La Fortuna Private Transfer: WiFi and restroom on board
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Travelers' pick
San José Airport to La Fortuna Private Transfer: WiFi and restroom on boardPrivate minibus pickup at San José Airport with experienced English-speaking driver, delivering to La Fortuna hotels with stops along the way if needed.
7 reviews
5.00★
Duration
1h–3h
Every dayHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 215per group
Private Transfer San Jose to Puerto Viejo: 4-6 hours
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Private Transfer San Jose to Puerto Viejo: 4-6 hoursPrivate transfer from San Jose airport to Puerto Viejo with experienced driver, air-conditioned vehicle and WiFi.
7 reviews
5.00★
Duration
4h–6h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 340per group
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