San Jose Tours and Trips 2024/2025

Holidays in San Jose are not something most people on a Costa Rica tour get to experience. For most holidaymakers, the Costa Rican capital and its airport only serve as a transit point to the coast and the country’s famed beaches. However, a visit to San Jose can be incredibly rewarding because it offers a glimpse into everyday life in Costa Rica in a way you won’t be able to experience at the seaside resorts.

185 Trips in San Jose with 327 Reviews

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Eco Adventure Trip in Costa Rica

of 25 reviews
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I booked this trip for my daughter and me. She wanted action and adventure, every day, and this tri ...
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Rafting & Natural landmarks sightseeing +7 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Boat & Jeep
  • Age Range 12-79 yrs
  • Operated in English
days09 From US$ 2,020 View Tour
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  • Apr 08
  • Apr 09
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Arenal Volcano & Monteverde Cloud Forest

of 9 reviews
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The weather was great! Costa Rica is great! We got adventure and relaxation. Beyond my expectations ...
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Nature and bush walks & Natural landmarks sightseeing +5 more
  • Accommodation Hotel & Resort
  • Transport Boat & Jeep
  • Age Range 2-79 yrs
  • Operated in English
days05 From US$ 870 View Tour
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  • Mar 31
  • Apr 01
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Discover Costa Rica

of 71 reviews
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Beautiful Costa Rica tour with an amazing and passionate guide who expertly led us through the diffe ...
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Wildlife & Marine wildlife +2 more
  • Accommodation Hotel, Lodge & Villa
  • Transport Boat & Bus
  • Age Range 16-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days15 From US$ 4,650 View Tour
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  • Apr 11 Only 2 seats left
  • Apr 18 Only 1 seat left
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Costa Rica Adventure

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I loved this trip! Our tour leader Vicky was the best, very knowledgeable but also fun and joined ev ...
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Wildlife & Cultural, religious and historic sites +2 more
  • Accommodation Lodge, Hotel & Villa
  • Transport Boat, Bus & Private Vehicle
  • Age Range 12-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
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  • Apr 18 Only 1 seat left
  • Apr 20 Only 6 seats left
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Classic Costa Rica

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15 day adventure tour to San Jose, Tortuguero National Park and 5 other destinations traveling through Costa Rica and Panama. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Adventure & National parks +3 more
  • Accommodation Hotel, Lodge & Home-stay
  • Transport Boat, Bus, Private Vehicle & Taxi
  • Age Range 15-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days15 From US$ 2,455 US$ 1,964
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  • Apr 09 Only 5 seats left
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Costa Rica Adventure

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Unbelievable, immaculately organised, stress free 10 days of pure adventure. You will not regret boo ...
  • Tour Type Group Tour
  • Activities Rainforest and jungle visits & Adventure +2 more
  • Accommodation Home-stay, Hotel, Hostel & Resort
  • Transport Private Vehicle, Ferry & Minibus
  • Age Range 18-40 yrs
  • Operated in English
days10 From US$ 1,850 View Tour
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  • Apr 04 Only 4 seats left
  • Apr 25 Only 8 seats left
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Costa Rica's Coastal Secrets

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This is a new option for prospective visitors to Costa Rica and one I would unreservedly recommend. ...
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Marine wildlife & Wildlife +2 more
  • Accommodation Hotel, Lodge, Villa & Resort
  • Transport Boat, Bus & Minibus
  • Age Range 16-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days15 From US$ 6,000 View Tour
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  • Jul 27 Only 8 seats left
  • Aug 10 Only 8 seats left
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Costa Rica Experience

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9 day active and outdoor tour through San Jose, Santa Rosa De Pocosol, Arenal and 3 other destinations in Costa Rica. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Active and outdoor & City sightseeing +5 more
  • Accommodation Home-stay & Hotel
  • Transport Boat, Bus, Private Vehicle & Minibus
  • Age Range 15-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days09 From US$ 1,595 US$ 1,196
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  • Apr 13 Only 5 seats left
  • Apr 15 Only 5 seats left
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Costa Rica Five Star Experience

of 6 reviews
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Awesome Adventure!!
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Rainforest and jungle visits & Zip lining +3 more
  • Accommodation Hotel, Lodge, Bungalow & Eco Lodge
  • Transport Boat, Flight & 4WD Jeep
  • Age Range 12-79 yrs
  • Operated in English
days11 From US$ 5,780 View Tour
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  • Mar 31
  • Apr 01
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Best of Costa Rica

of 8 reviews
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Excelente servicio. El guía Rony excelente. La atención, la comida perfecta y más que suficient ...
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities National parks & Volcanoes +3 more
  • Accommodation Hotel, Lodge, Eco Lodge & Resort
  • Transport Boat & Private Vehicle
  • Age Range 6-79 yrs
  • Operated in English, Spanish
days13 From US$ 3,125 View Tour
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  • Apr 02
  • Apr 03
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From the Caribbean Coast to the Pacific Side

of 9 reviews
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Its the second time in Costa Rica, the people are nice and its so beautiful here! Dont want to leave
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities National parks & Natural landmarks sightseeing +10 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Boat & Jeep
  • Age Range 10-79 yrs
  • Operated in English
days13 From US$ 3,582 View Tour
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  • Mar 31
  • Apr 01
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Four Days in Osa Peninsula: Corcovado National Park

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4 day trekking and hiking tour in Costa Rica, visiting Corcovado National Park, San Jose and Sierpe. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Trekking and Hiking & Snorkeling +3 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Boat
  • Age Range 12-79 yrs
  • Operated in English
days04 From US$ 1,088 View Tour
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  • Apr 28
  • Apr 29
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Costa Rica Quest

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Everything was well planned out and easy. We had a great guide who showed us so many animals like sl ...
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Wildlife & Cultural, religious and historic sites +2 more
  • Accommodation Hotel & Lodge
  • Transport Boat, Bus & Private Vehicle
  • Age Range 12-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days09 From US$ 1,299 US$ 1,169
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  • Apr 03 Only 8 seats left
  • Apr 04 Only 6 seats left
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Costa Rica Family Vacation

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Excellent guides, well planned, prompt and professionals
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Volcanoes & National parks +6 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Ferry & Boat
  • Age Range 2-79 yrs
  • Operated in English
days06 From US$ 2,570 View Tour
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  • Mar 31
  • Apr 01
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San Jose Tour Reviews

5 - Excellent
Based on 327 customer reviews
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5 - Excellent
  • Montana
“Our guide for the Costa Rica trip, Laura, WAS THE ABSOLUTE BEST! She was very helpful with everything from telling us about the cultures and cities to making sure we were safe and taken care of! She’s the sweetest, funniest and most generous woman who can LITERALLY DO ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING! Everyday she amazed me by going above and beyond for all the girls and I!❤️”
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5 - Excellent
“Exceeded our expectations, well-structured and narrated. Alberto was an enthusiastic guide and pointed out a lot of wildlife that our untrained eyes would have missed. The top-notch company never made us feel rushed and was very patient with questions. Would not hesitate to book with them again! We really enjoyed this week in Costa Rica with Greenway Tours.”
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5 - Excellent
  • Lauren Farrell
“Laura is an amazing travel ninja. She is so attentive, friendly, informative. She is so approachable and makes everyone feel comfortable and safe. She went above and beyond to do everything for us and to keep us safe. Overall tour was great but a lot of the additional activities could have been included as everyone did them.”

San Jose - Tour Highlights and Travel Tips

Tour Highlights

  • Teatro Nacional, or the National Theater, is an opulent building located at the central square called Plaza del Cultura. It hosts a variety of theater performances, concerts and other cultural events.
  • Jade Museum, located in a modern, architecturally distinct building, holds an impressive collection of pre-Columbian artefacts made using this semi-precious stone.
  • Situated in downtown San Jose, the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum treasures over a thousand gold, ceramic and stone artefacts made by various groups who have inhabited present-day Costa Rica.
  • La Sabana Metropolitan Park is a breathtaking urban green space that sprawls for 72 acres. It is the perfect place to unwind away from the capital’s hectic traffic.
  • San Jose is also a great starting destination for day trips in the wider region. Coffee plantations, historical cities and volcanos can be visited within an hour's drive from the main city center. 

Travel Tips

  • If you truly want to soak up the vibrant ambient of the Costa Rican capital, head over to the Barrio Amon, an area nestled north of Plaza Espana. In this historic neighborhood, you will have an opportunity to see picturesque mansions in various architectural styles, some of which in recent years have been converted into boutique shops, restaurants and hotels.
  • Even though downtown San Jose is best explored on foot, the chaotic traffic makes it hard for tourists to get around. Pedestrians generally do not have the right of way, so you should be careful when crossing the street and always watch out for reckless cars and scooters.
  • The Costa Rican capital enjoys warm temperatures year-round, however, if you want to experience the city without worrying about rain, plan your visit during the dry season, which lasts from mid-December to April. 
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