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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Private transfer San Jose to La Fortuna: Airport or hotel pickup
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Travelers' pick
Private transfer San Jose to La Fortuna: Airport or hotel pickupPrivate one-way transfer from San Jose airport or hotel to La Fortuna de San Carlos in a modern air-conditioned van with driver pickup at customs or your hotel reception.
7 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h–3h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 190per group
Sarapiqui River Safari Float: Paddle Through Rainforest
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Sarapiqui River Safari Float: Paddle Through RainforestPaddle the Sarapiqui River through rainforest reserves on a guided float from San Jose, spotting sloths, otters, tropical birds and iguanas.
6 reviews
4.83★
Duration
4h
Every day
06:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 111per person
Pacuare River rafting: Class III-IV white water from San Jose
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Pacuare River rafting: Class III-IV white water from San JoseRaft 19 miles of Class III-IV white water through the rainforest on the Pacuare River with hotel pickup from San Jose, meals.
6 reviews
5.00★
Duration
11h
Every day
05:30
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 139per person
SJO Airport to Esterillos Bejuco Private Transfer with Driver
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SJO Airport to Esterillos Bejuco Private Transfer with DriverPrivate transfer from San José airport to Esterillos Bejuco in an air-conditioned vehicle with bilingual driver and WiFi.
6 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h 30m
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 240per group
San José Airport to Puerto Viejo Transfer Private Minivan 4h
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Travelers' pick
San José Airport to Puerto Viejo Transfer Private Minivan 4hPrivate transfer from San José Airport to Puerto Viejo or Cahuita in a minivan for up to four passengers.
6 reviews
5.00★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
19
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 325per group
Central Valley tour: Markets & coffee farm, half-day private
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Central Valley tour: Markets & coffee farm, half-day privateHalf-day private tour of Costa Rica's Central Valley with a live guide who builds the route around your interests: visit local markets, a coffee farm.
6 reviews
4.67★
Duration
3h–4h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 399per group
Irazú and Carthage Volcano Tour from San Jose: Small Group
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Irazú and Carthage Volcano Tour from San Jose: Small GroupSmall-group tour from San Jose visiting Irazú Volcano's three craters, Sanatorium Durán, Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels, and Ruins of St.
5 reviews
5.00★
Duration
8h
Every day
08:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 185per person
Manuel Antonio National Park day trip: Wildlife & beach
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Travelers' pick
Manuel Antonio National Park day trip: Wildlife & beachFull-day tour from San José with pickup at 5am, breakfast at a viewpoint overlooking Tárcoles River crocodiles, guided rainforest walk with a naturalist.
5 reviews
5.00★
Duration
13h
Wed, Fri and Sat
05:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 163per person
Birdwatching tour in Coronado cloud forest from San José
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Birdwatching tour in Coronado cloud forest from San JoséBirdwatching tour in Coronado's cloud forest starting from San José: spot quetzals, hummingbirds and endemic species at 2,200 meters, then lunch at the lodge before returning.
5 reviews
5.00★
Duration
6h
Wed–Sun
06:00
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 142per person
Pacuare River Rafting from San José: Class III–IV rapids
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Pacuare River Rafting from San José: Class III–IV rapidsRaft 24 km of National Geographic-ranked whitewater through rainforest and Cabécar territory with Jonatan's personal guide, including hotel pickup from San José and lunch.
5 reviews
5.00★
Duration
8h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 125per person
13-day Costa Rica tour: San Jose to Manuel Antonio
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13-day Costa Rica tour: San Jose to Manuel Antonio13-day Costa Rica tour from San Jose with bilingual guide visiting Tortuguero, Cahuita, Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio, including hotel pickup.
5 reviews
5.00★
Duration
13d
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 3,290per person
5-Day Caribbean Costa Rica Tour: Tortuguero & Puerto Viejo
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5-Day Caribbean Costa Rica Tour: Tortuguero & Puerto ViejoFive-day tour from San Jose through Tortuguero National Park's rainforest canals with a private guide, then south to Puerto Viejo and Cahuita beaches.
5 reviews
4.80★
Duration
5d
Every day
06:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 1,300per person
Ziplining in San Jose: 9 cables over Carara canopy
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Ziplining in San Jose: 9 cables over Carara canopyZip 9 cables through Pacific canopy forest near San Jose with a guide, van pickup from your hotel, and fresh fruit after. The closest zipline to the city.
5 reviews
5.00★
Duration
6h
start times · Every day
5
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 139per person
Pacuare River Rafting: Class III-IV Rapids & Gorge
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Pacuare River Rafting: Class III-IV Rapids & GorgeRaft class III and IV rapids on Costa Rica's Pacuare River with breakfast, lunch and hotel pickup included.
5 reviews
4.60★
Duration
9h
Every day
06:00
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 195per person
San José Airport to Hotels Transfer: Private Mercedes or SUV
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San José Airport to Hotels Transfer: Private Mercedes or SUVPrivate transfer from San José airport (SJO) to your hotel or vice versa in a Mercedes van or SUV, with complimentary water and local beers, confirmed before pickup.
4 reviews
5.00★
Duration
45m
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 300per group
Private Driver in Costa Rica: 10 Hours, Your Route
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Private Driver in Costa Rica: 10 Hours, Your RoutePrivate driver and vehicle for up to 10 hours in Costa Rica with pickup included, soft drinks provided, and a route you design: up to 200km daily driving distance.
4 reviews
5.00★
Duration
10h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 600per group
San Jose Airport Transfer: Private Ride to Your Hotel
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San Jose Airport Transfer: Private Ride to Your HotelPrivate transfer from San Jose airport with a trained driver who meets you at baggage claim and drives you to your hotel or destination.
4 reviews
5.00★
Every dayHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 198per group
Lake Arenal Boat & Baldi Hot Springs Private Tour from San Jose
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Lake Arenal Boat & Baldi Hot Springs Private Tour from San JosePrivate tour from San Jose with hotel pickup, a 90-minute boat tour of Lake Arenal, lunch and thermal pools at Baldi Hot Springs. Your guide speaks English or Spanish.
4 reviews
5.00★
Duration
10h
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 295per person
SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio Private Transfer: AC Van
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SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio Private Transfer: AC VanGetting from San José airport to Quepos–Manuel Antonio without arranging a rental or taxi: a private air-conditioned minivan picks you up and drives you.
4 reviews
5.00★
Duration
3h
Every daySeason until 30 NovLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 305per group
Private Transfer San Jose to Arenal: Bilingual Driver, 4 Hours
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Private Transfer San Jose to Arenal: Bilingual Driver, 4 HoursPrivate transfer from San Jose to Arenal with bilingual driver, air-conditioned vehicle and WiFi. Depart when you choose and stop for lunch or wildlife spotting along the way.
4 reviews
5.00★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
13
Hotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 220per group
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