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There’s no denying that most people travel to Costa Rica for the country’s natural attractions—but if you skip San Jose, you’re truly missing out. San Jose, Costa Rica tours are the best way to see the city’s highlights, whether that means strolling through the lively Central Market or catching a show at the National Theater. You can also use San Jose as a starting point for your adventures, including day trips to popular spots like Arenal Volcano and Tortuga Island.

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Tortuga Island Full Day Tour from San José with Lunch
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Tortuga Island Full Day Tour from San José with Lunch

Enjoy a special day surrounded by nature, seeing dolphins, islands, birds and many more species during the journey until you reach Isla Tortuga, our destination where we will give you approximately 5 hours of beach time to relax under the shade of the beautiful palm trees and enjoy its refreshing sea.
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  • 12 to 18 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$115
Price varies by group size
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All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio
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All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio

Sail along the coastline of Manuel Antonio National Park on this half-day tour from Quepos. Onboard a catamaran, cruise to snorkeling and swimming spots in Biesanz Bay and spot marine life in its natural environment. Lunch is included with fresh fruit, cocktails, fruit drinks, and Costa Rican coffee to keep you refreshed and energized. Snorkeling gear is included so you don’t need to rent or buy your own.
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  • 3 to 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$83
Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience
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Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience

Combine coffee, a volcano, and wildlife on this full-day combo tour from San Jose with a small group. Enjoy convenient pickup from your hotel and travel to San Isidro to learn about coffee production at a coffee plantation. At Poas Volcano, admire the main crater, then hike to Botos Lagoon. Afterwards, see the animals and waterfalls at La Paz Waterfall Gardens.
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  • 9 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$175
Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner
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Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner

In just one day, it’s possible to visit top Costa Rica attractions like Arenal Volcano, La Paz Waterfall, and Arenal Hot Springs when you book this guided tour from San Jose. All-inclusive private transport smooths over otherwise tricky transportation logistics, and your guide keeps you well entertained and informed as you explore. This tour includes all entrance fees plus two meals, adding up to a great value.
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  • 14 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$185
San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour visit Markets
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San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour visit Markets

Sample a wide variety of Costa Rican flavors while learning about the country's cultural heritage with this San Jose walking tour. You'll shop for fruits and veggies at the Mercado Central and the Mercado Borbón, visit the National Theater and La Laguna Plaza, and try all sorts of local treats along the way.
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  • 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$35
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
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Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose

Get out of San Jose on a day tour to the Arenal Volcano region, where you’ll get a glimpse of Costa Rica’s famous biodiversity and natural beauty. Travel through scenic farmland and villages to reach the volcano. Stop at a coffee plantation, waterfall, and look out for wildlife en route. In the shadow of the volcano, soak in natural hot springs for a refreshing experience, before returning to San Jose.
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  • 14 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$159
La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Wildlife Refuge Tour from San Jose
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La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Wildlife Refuge Tour from San Jose

Safely immerse yourself in Costa Rican nature and wildlife on a 7-hour tour to La Paz Waterfall Gardens. Leave the busy streets of San Jose behind in comfortable air-conditioned transportation from your hotel. Discover more than 100 species at the sanctuary, including titi monkeys, 2-toed sloths, pumas, and toucans. You can even feed hummingbirds by hand. Have your camera ready for the cloud forest, waterfalls, and aviary.
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  • 7 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$130
Price varies by group size
Arenal Volcano and Baldi Hot Springs Full Day Tour from San Jose
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Arenal Volcano and Baldi Hot Springs Full Day Tour from San Jose

Head to La Fortuna, home to the Arenal Volcano, on this guided all-day tour from San Jose. Sit back and relax as you travel through diverse plantations and cattle ranches on the roughly 3.5-hour drive. After arriving, enjoy lunch with a view of the volcano. Then, take a dip in the area’s thermal waters and indulge in an optional massage or other treatment.
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  • 13 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$197
Sloths Observation and Coffee, Chocolate, Sugarcane Experience
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Sloths Observation and Coffee, Chocolate, Sugarcane Experience

Hiking in the Costa Rican rainforest can be a dangerous if you don’t know what you’re doing. Book this La Fortuna Sloths, Coffee, and Chocolate Experience and go with a guide who will keep you safe and well informed. Set out through the rainforest to spot sloth and other wildlife before stopping at a chocolate and coffee farm for tastings.
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  • 3 to 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$95
Chocolate Making and Tasting at a Local Factory in San José
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Chocolate Making and Tasting at a Local Factory in San José

In the hands of experts you will discover in an entertaining way the entire process of cocoa to become chocolate, you will also receive all the supplies to manufacture and carry your own personalized chocolates.
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  • 2 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$58
San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour
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San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour

Explore the Costa Rican capital’s rich history, landmark buildings, and modern culture on a combo bus and walking tour of San Jose. Get a great introduction to city highlights like the National Theater and Art Museum, and stop to walk through bustling markets and public plazas to feel the pulse of this modern Central American metropolis. Get an extra boost of Costa Rican culture by listening to traditional folkloric music onboard the bus.
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  • 5 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$78
Tortuguero: All-inclusive Package 2 nights 3 days from San José
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Tortuguero: All-inclusive Package 2 nights 3 days from San José

Enjoy one of the best packages in Costa Rica, Tortuguero is one of the most sought after destinations in the world and this tour is designed for people without much time but who want to enjoy this wonderful experience from San José. Departing daily from the city of San José, you can enjoy this package any day, starting your experience you can enjoy the wonders of the rain forest and also the Caribbean flavor of the area.
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  • 3 days
  • Free Cancellation
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$447
3-Hour Shuttle Service from San Jose Airport to La Fortuna
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3-Hour Shuttle Service from San Jose Airport to La Fortuna

Our priority is to satisfy the needs of the client through a safe, economical and comfortable service in our modern vehicle. On the trip you will enjoy beautiful views of the mountain and forest while the driver is going to take you safely to your destination.
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  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$50
San Jose By Night tour Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class
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San Jose By Night tour Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class

Take the stress out of eating and drinking at night in a new city with this fun-filled dinner and nightlife experience. Explore markets, check out neighborhoods you might otherwise miss, and indulge in a delicious three-course gourmet dinner with wine pairings. Learn about local food and culture from your guide throughout the evening.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$63
Ultimate Mega Zipline Adventure: 18 Lines Over 11 Waterfalls
4.7
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Ultimate Mega Zipline Adventure: 18 Lines Over 11 Waterfalls

Feel the adrenaline rush of soaring over 11 different waterfalls on this small-group canopy tour at Adventure Park Costa Rica. Enjoy breathtaking views over the ocean, mountains, and rainforest on 25 zipline cables, the longest in Costa Rica. Led by a professional guide, this tour emphasizes safety and provides all the necessary equipment. bottled water are included. Transportation to and from this Costa Rica zip line tour is an available option. Participants must be at least seven years old and weigh less than 280 pounds (127 kg).
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  • 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$109
From San Jose: Zipline, Horseback, ATV, Surfing, & Bicycle Tour
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From San Jose: Zipline, Horseback, ATV, Surfing, & Bicycle Tour

This sampler adventure tour from San Jose fits the best of Costa Rica's rivers and rainforests into one action-packed day. En route, go croc-spotting at a famous overlook on the Tarcoles River. Then head to the jungle adventure park where you can choose two activities from a list of thrilling options, including ziplining, horseback riding, surfing lessons, an ATV adventure, a mountain bike tour, and more.
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  • 10 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$161
Tortuguero National Park and Canals Day Trip from San Jose
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Tortuguero National Park and Canals Day Trip from San Jose

If you’re short on time in Costa Rica but want to see the country’s famous biodiversity beyond the concrete capital, this day trip to the Tortuguero National Park is ideal. Travel through the canals and lagoons on a boat and look out for toucans, crocodiles, sloths, iguanas, and much more. The highlight, though, is seeing the sea turtle nesting sites on the beaches, which give the park its name.
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  • 12 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$209
Price varies by group size
Poás Volcano, Café Doka and Peace Falls Day Tour
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Poás Volcano, Café Doka and Peace Falls Day Tour

Our meeting will take you to 3 magical places that will leave you in love with Costa Rica. We will visit the Poás Volcano at only 2,574 meters above sea level, a natural wonder that will impress you. Then The Coffee Tour at the Doka Estate; where you will learn more than you imagine. And finally The wonderful La Paz Waterfalls, without a doubt an experience that you cannot miss. For this and much more we invite you to this magical adventure!
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  • 10 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$155
Monteverde Cloud Forest and Hanging Bridges in Selvatura Tour from San Jose
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Monteverde Cloud Forest and Hanging Bridges in Selvatura Tour from San Jose

Visit the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, a 26,000-acre (10,500 hectare) oasis of virgin cloud forest. Visited by roughly 70,000 people a year, the reserve is home to about four percent of the world’s animal species. Walk across suspended bridges and hike among native flora and fauna. You can also pay extra to zipline through the canopy. Lunch and a guide are included.
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  • 12 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$185
San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees
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San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees

Get a dose of Costa Rica’s signature nature without leaving San Jose or fitting in an extra day trip. Led by a local biologist, you’ll traverse the city looking for (and finding) tropical birds, slow-moving sloths, exotic plants, wild berries, and more. Just steps from downtown San Jose lies a green world of adventure, if you know where to look—and with this tour, you will.
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  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$35
Price varies by group size
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Manuel Antonio National Park Day Trip from San Jose
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Manuel Antonio National Park Day Trip from San Jose

Explore Manuel Antonio National Park on this all-day tour from San Jose. On the way to the park, stop for a traditional Costa Rican breakfast. Then, once you arrive, choose to relax on the scenic beaches or hike one of the many trails throughout the tropical rainforest. Be on the lookout for monkeys, iguanas, birds, and three-toed sloths during your visit.
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  • 12 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$175
Price varies by group size
From San José: Poás Volcano Crater, Coffee Tour and Breakfast
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From San José: Poás Volcano Crater, Coffee Tour and Breakfast

This excursion will offer you a half day of adventure and learning about our beautiful Costa Rica, we will start the day enjoying a delicious buffet breakfast and then we will take a coffee tour through an authentic plantation with coffee and chocolate tasting. Then we will visit the Poás Volcano where you can take a short walk to the crater to see its beautiful lagoon, of course taking into account that your sighting depends on the natural climatic conditions of the area. Along the way our guide will give you important information about the forest and the Volcano.
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  • 7 to 8 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$105
Full Day Tour to Tortuga Island from San José
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Full Day Tour to Tortuga Island from San José

The lush rainforest and white-sand beaches of Isla Tortuga are part of the Islas Negritos Biological Reserve, and are located along the eastern coast of the Nicoya Peninsula. With this tour, you'll set sail aboard a large cruise ship, admire views of Isla San Lucas and Isla Tortuga from the water, and enjoy time on the island to swim, snorkel, or relax on the beach.
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  • 10 to 12 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$149
White Water Rafting Pacuare River Full Day Tour From San Jose
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White Water Rafting Pacuare River Full Day Tour From San Jose

Navigate 38 Class III-IV rapids on this white-water rafting course down the Pacuare River from San Jose. Paddle your way through one of Costa Rica's most picturesque river gorges, looking out for native wildlife between rapid runs, on an exciting day trip ideal for teenagers and adults alike. Hotel pickup and drop-off, equipment, and lunch are included.
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  • 10 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$121
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People Also Ask
Q:Are San Jose tours worth it?
A:

Yes, San Jose, Costa Rica tours are worth it for several reasons. Navigating the capital city by rental car or public transportation can be tricky, and certain neighborhoods aren’t considered safe. Plus, tours allow you to relax while your guide does the research and work.

Q:How much do tours cost in San Jose, Costa Rica?
A:

If you plan to stay within the city limits, a walking tour will cost around US$40 per person. For tours outside of San Jose, expect to pay around US$100 to US$200 per person. These tours will typically include transportation and the activity, whether it’s ziplining, hiking, or rafting.

Q:Do they speak English in San Jose, Costa Rica?
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Yes, most Ticos in San Jose will speak English, especially in tourist areas. This makes it easy to interact and get around. That said, Spanish is the primary language. If you want to win over the locals, try to learn a few common phrases in their mother tongue.

Q:Do you tip tour guides in San Jose?
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Yes, it’s customary to tip tour guides in San Jose. For private tours, US$5 per person per day is an excellent place to start, adding on if you feel the guide went above and beyond. Feel free to tip in USD or CRC, Costa Rica’s currency.

Q:How many days is enough in San Jose?
A:

Since San Jose is a relatively small city with fewer than 1 million residents, you only need 1–2 days to see its top historical sites and cultural offerings. After that, most travelers move on to the cloud forests or the beautiful beaches on the Pacific and Caribbean coasts.

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