San Jose Trip Overview
Learning how Costa Rica tries to preserve its history in just about every aspect of its culture, while enjoying a wander through the city and tasting local treats at different stops. Have some coffee at a local coffee roaster that still roasts coffee by hand. Get to know the Metropolitan Cathedral and learn about the role of Catholicism in Costa Rica, while observing the fine details in stained glass windows. Discover the secrets behind the herbal remedies of folk medicine, and exotic fruits and vegetables at Bourbon and San Jose Central Market. Then walk along the pedestrian boulevard to the National Theater and visit its beautiful lobby with fine marble. Find some great souvenirs and even some delicacies and true surprises! Nothing gets you closer to authentic San Jose than strolling through the colorful and vibrant markets and neighborhoods with a local, showing you the ins and outs of daily life and allowing you to really immerse in this friendly culture.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 hours
Starts: San Jose, Costa Rica
Trip Category: Walking & Biking Tours >> Walking Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting San Jose, Province of San Jose, Costa Rica
Learning how Costa Rica tries to preserve its history in just about every aspect of its culture, while enjoying a wander through the city and tasting local treats at different stops. Have some coffee at a local coffee roaster that still roasts coffee by hand. Get to know the Metropolitan Cathedral and learn about the role of Catholicism in Costa Rica, while observing the fine details in stained glass windows. Discover the secrets behind the herbal remedies of folk medicine, and exotic fruits and vegetables at Bourbon and San Jose Central Market. Then walk along the pedestrian boulevard to the National Theater and visit its beautiful lobby with fine marble. Find some great souvenirs and even some delicacies and true surprises! Nothing gets you closer to authentic San Jose than strolling through the colorful and vibrant markets and neighborhoods with a local, showing you the ins and outs of daily life and allowing you to really immerse in this friendly culture.
Itinerary
Today you will be picked up at your San Jose hotel and get to know the beauty and culture of real Costa Rican city life. Head out on a walking tour through the streets, bustling markets, landmarks and tranquil parks of San Jose. This is a journey with a true local guide, that will take you into the places of ‘Chepe’ (like San Jose is called by the locals), showing you an insightful look of the city that you would never have found on your own.
