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(Sightseeing Tours, Walking Tours, Biking Tours, Market & Food Tours in San Jose & Sightseeing Day Trips From San Jose Costa Rica)
San Jose is not only the capital of Costa Rica, but the very heart of Costa Rica culture. SJO is the most popular international airport, so this is the starting point for so many when planning their Costa Rica vacation. There are a variety of sightseeing tours in San Jose to choose from. You can explore the city of San Jose and all of its historical landmarks. Most of which are within walking distance. Or, you can explore several other popular destinations such as Volcanoes, hot springs & waterfalls all within reach on any one of our day trips from San Jose. We have selected the best of the best San Jose Sightseeing & Cultural Tours in Costa Rica for you to choose from. Better yet, we offer you the best deals on all the best Costa Rica tours too!
Sightseeing in San Jose Costa Rica
San Jose has not one, but 2 pedestrian-only streets that run the length of the city center. It is no wonder why our clients say our San Jose Walking Tours are among some of their favorite sightseeing tours in Costa Rica. Then lots to forget about the luscious park system throughout the city. And the newly reclaimed green system right in the heart of the historical district. Oh, and the eclectic historical monuments and cultural sites that dot the city. And the food! Costa Rica's central market is among the some of best markets in Central America. So don't just jump to explore the rest of Costa Rica's most famous destinations. Get to know the heart of the country on one of our sightseeing tours in San Jose.
Ready to explore the city? Among the favorites is our Private San Jose Walking Tour. Here you can hit up some of the local favorite hideaways as well as hit up the San Jose Central Market, the best market in Costa Rica. After a day in San Jose with your own private guide, you will feel like a local "Chepe". And there is nothing more local than getting to know the classic cantinas of San Jose. We can take you there too!
If you are traveling solo and prefer to join a group, we have a public Highlights of San Jose sightseeing tour that includes transportation from your hotel to the heart of the city. Because the tour is done in a van or bus, you get to hit all the local hot spots, but you also get to cover a bit more ground than our walking or biking tours. But if you are looking for the ultimate nightlife in San Jose, the Ram Luna Dinner Show is where it is at! A spectacular cultural event with folkloric dancers and traditional Tico cuisine in a venue overlooking Latin America's city of lights.
Speaking of biking. If you want to see the city, but like a bit more adventure, then our San Jose Bike Tour is perfect for you. Riding a bike in San Jose adds a bit more thrill to your average sightseeing tour...especially in San Jose. Costa Rica has never been known for its incredible public road system after all. So yeah, sightseeing in San Jose via bike is a whole other adventure on its own. Not to worry though, you will be in the hands of some local biking enthusiasts that know the best routes and happen to have a passion for history and culture too!
Day Trips From San Jose Costa Rica
Sightseeing in San Jose is great, but don't miss out on the opportunity to explore the Central Valley too. The Central Valley of Costa Rica is also the center of culture in Costa Rica. Many things you probably associate with Costa Rica, such as coffee, painted ox carts and volcanoes are all within a few hours drive the San Jose. So we have gathered a collection of all the best day trips from San Jose for you to choose from.
There is nothing that has shaped the modern culture of Costa Rica more than coffee production. Four generations of coffee growers have molded modern day Costa Rica into what it is now. More importantly, the growing conditions of the coffee beans in Costa Rica are perfect. Whereas most countries harvest the beans once per year, Costa Rica has more than one harvest season. See for yourself on one of our San Jose sightseeing tours out to the Doka Coffee Plantation. Doka is located near the beautiful city of Grecia, and Sarchi, home of the painted oxcarts. You can hit all 3 sites on popular our Doka, Grecia & Sarchi sightseeing tour. Or add in a vist to one of Costa Rica's famous volcanoes on the Doka, Grecia, Sarchi & Poas Volcano sightseeing tour combo.
If you want to get to know a bit more about the original capital of Costa Rica, a bit deeper into the Central Valley, you will find Cartago. There are a few must visit places that are a must see in Costa Rica that are nearby Cartago. Within he city, you can visit the stunning Lankester Gradens. As you continue on towards the Irazu Volcano, you will encounter the lush Orosi Valley. The view is spectacular when viewed from above. You can visit Cartago, Lankester Gardens, and the Orosi Valley in a 6 hour day trip from San Jose. And if you have a little more time, make a full day of it and visit the Irazu Volcano too!
Speaking of volcanoes, if you are a big fan of volcanoes, be sure to check out our selection of Volcano & Hot Springs Tours from San Jose for a complete list of Volcano day trips from San Jose.
At The Real Deal Tours you can book knowing you are getting the best deals in Costa Rica on the best sightseeing tours in San Jose. Browse through our list of San Jose sightseeing and cultural tours in Costa Rica below and choose your favorite adventure below.
Sightseeing Tours in San Jose, Costa Rica
Local Hideaways & Central Market Tour
Discover all the favorite local hangouts, hideaways, parks, the best markets and historical landmarks in San Jose, Costa Rica with your own private guide. Become a local “Chepe” in just one day! This private San Jose walking tour is the best way to start to any Costa Rica vacation.
Private San Jose, Costa Rica Walking Tour - Local Hideaways & Central Market Tour deposit is $10.00 per person.
(The balance of $36.00 per person in cash must be paid the day of the tour)
This tour departs at two different times.
Highlights of San Jose City Tour
When you think of Costa Rica, beaches, volcanoes, rainforest, rivers and sustainable tourism all come to mind. But what about the heart of Costa Rica, its people and its culture that have allowed all that is beautiful in this country to flourish? We bring you to San Jose and its historic district.
Highlights of San Jose City Tour deposit is $10.00 per Adult and $9.00 per Child.
(The balance of $46.00 + taxes per Adult and $33.00 + taxes per Child in cash must be paid 36 hours before the date of service through a secure payment link)
This tour departs at two different times.
San Jose Nature Walk in the Heart of the City
Sightseeing in San Jose is not just about culture & history; it is surrounded by nature too! Just on the edge of the most historical neighborhoods of Barrios Amon & Otoya is a greenbelt just waiting to be explored. Join us as we stroll through nature seeking out sloths and butterflies on this lovely waking tour in San Jose.
San Jose Nature Walk in the Heart of the City deposit is $10.00 per person.
(The balance of $36.00 per person in cash must be paid the day of the tour)
This tour departs at two different times.
San Jose Bike Tour
Looking to take your San Jose sightseeing tour up a notch? Why not peddle your way through the heart of Costa Rica on this super fun bike tour in San Jose! Your own private guided sightseeing tour in Costa Rica on two wheels!
San Jose Bike Tour deposit is $10.00 per person.
(The balance of $35.00 per person in cash must be paid the day of the tour)
This tour departs at 10:00 am.
Mirador Tiquicia Dinner Show & Cultural Show
Treat yourself to a delicious dinner accompanied by a cultural show, with an open bar and great company. Mirador Tiquicia cultural fiesta and dinner show includes all this with an impossibly divine view from the top of the world….ok well the top Costa Rica´s central valley anyway but spectacular none the less.
Mirador Tiquicia Dinner Show & Cultural Fiesta deposit is $10.00 per person.
(The balance of $54.00 + taxes per Adult and $40.00 + taxes per Child in cash must be paid 36 hours before the date of service through a secure payment link)
This tour departs Only Thursdays at 6:30 PM.
San Jose Cantina Crawl
There is no better way to get to know the heart of any Latin American city than a visit to its local cantinas. Wander the less traveled streets and back alleys and discover the hidden gems of San Jose on our San Jose Cantina Crawl.
Doka Costa Rica Coffee Tour, Grecia & Sarchi OxCarts
The Doka Coffee Plantation is located on the fertile slopes of the Alajuela Poas Volcano. The rich soil and ideal altitude and climate have made them famous for their outstanding coffee. The main objective of this Costa Rica Coffee Tour in Costa Rica is to educate and inform local and international visitors about the entire coffee production process.!
Doka Costa Rica Coffee Tour, Grecia & Sarchi OxCarts deposit is $14.00 per Adult and $10.00 per Child.
(The balance of $52.00 + taxes per Adult and $39.00 + taxes per Child in cash must be paid 36 hours before the date of service through a secure payment link)
This tour departs at 9:00 AM.
Lankester Gardens & Orosi Valley
We will begin this excursion with a trip to the Province of Cartago, which until 1823 was the original capital of Costa Rica. Here we pay a visit to the Basilica of our Lady of the Angels, home to the Patron Saint of Costa Rica and a holy pilgrimage site for many believers.
Lankester Gardens & Orosi Valley deposit is $13.00 per Adult and $10.00 per Child.
(The balance of $64.00 + taxes per Adult and $48.00 + taxes per Child in cash must be paid 36 hours before the date of service through a secure payment link)
Exact meeting instuctions will be provided on your confirmation voucher.
Poas Volcano, Doka Coffee, Grecia & Sarchi Oxcarts
Don't want to miss a single detail in Costa Rica's central valley? This super combo tour departing San Jose packs in the infamous Costa Rica coffee, the historical town of Grecia, Costa Rica's icon the painted oxcarts of Sarchi and finally the quintessential Costa Rica experience; a visit to the crater at the Poas Volcano National Park.
Poas Volcano National Park, Doka Coffee Plantation, Historical Grecia & Sarchi Oxcarts deposit is $20.00 per Adult and $16.00 per Child.
(The balance of $75.00 + taxes per Adult and $56.00 + taxes per Child in cash must be paid 36 hours before the date of service through a secure payment link)
This tour departs at 6:30 AM.
Irazu Volcano, Orosi Valley & Lankester Gardens
If you only have one day in San Jose and you want to pack in the most quintessential Costa Rica sightseeing experience, our Irazu Volcano, Orosi Valley & Lankester Gardens combo tour is one of your best bets! On a clear day on the summit of Irazu Volcano, you have the chance of seeing both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans...amazing!!
Irazu Volcano, Orosi Valley & Lankester Gardens deposit is $22.00 per Adult and $17.00 per Child.
(The balance of $83.00 + taxes per Adult and $62.00 + taxes per Child in cash must be paid 36 hours before the date of service through a secure payment link)
Exact meeting instructions will be provided on your confirmation voucher.
Poas Volcano, Doka Coffee & La Paz Waterfall Gardens Tour
Only have one day in San Jose and want to make the best of your Costa Rica experience? We suggest our best-selling sightseeing tour in San Jose, the Poas Volcano, Doka Coffee Plantation & La Paz Waterfall Gardens tour. There is no better sightseeing tour in Costa Rica that offers you a most complete experience.
Poas Volcano, Doka Coffee & La Paz Waterfall Gardens Tour Super Combo Waterfall Gardens deposit is $24.00 per Adult and $18.00 per Child.
(The balance of $119.00 + taxes per Adult and $89.00 + taxes per Child in cash must be paid 36 hours before the date of service through a secure payment link)
This tour departs at 6:00 AM.
Manuel Antonio National Park
Staying in San Jose but want to escape to the beaches for the day? It is said that Manuel Antonio National Park is one of THE most beautiful of the beautiful and vibrant parks Costa Rica offers, making Manuel Antonio National Park an absolute “must see” on your Costa Rica vacation itinerary!
Manuel Antonio National Park One Day deposit is $21.00 per Adult and $15.00 per Child.
(The balance of $103.00 + taxes per Adult and $77.00 + taxes per Child in cash must be paid 36 hours before the date of service through a secure payment link)
This tour departs at Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays only.
Rio Celeste Waterfalls From San Jose One Day Tour
Sightseeing in San Jose is great. We love the city. But if you want to discover the true magic of Costa Rica, we recommend this day tour from San Jose to Rio Celeste waterfalls. Simply a magical destination truly unique to Costa Rica. Don’t forget your cameras. The photo ops here are family Christmas card worthy for sure.
Rio Celeste Waterfalls From San Jose One Day Tour deposit is $25.00 per Adult and $25.00 per Child.
(The balance of $128.00 per Adult and $128.00 per Child in cash must be paid the day of the tour)
Departure times will be in your e - ticket.
Monteverde One Day Tour from San Jose
If you are visiting Costa Rica, sightseeing Costa Rica's 7 Natural Wonders should top your bucket list. Explore the cloud forest canopy on a circuit of 8 hanging bridges, then learn about the importance of the Santa Elena region to Costa Rica's culture. All in one awesome San Jose day trip to Monteverde!
Monteverde One Day Tour from San Jose deposit is $25.00 per person.
(The balance of $188.00 per Adult and $188.00 per Child in cash must be paid the day of the tour)
Departure times will be in your e - ticket.
African Safari + Nacazcolo Beach Guanacaste From San Jose
Looking for a unique adventure in Costa Rica? The African Safari and Nacazcolo Beach combo is perfect. Where else in Costa Rica are you going to find zebras and giraffes roaming free? Trade the concrete jungle of San Jose and book your African Safari & Nacazcolo Beach tour today!
African Safari + Nacazcolo Beach Guanacaste From San Jose deposit is $30.00 per Adult and $25.00 per Child.
(The balance of $112.00 per Adult and $97.00 per Child in cash must be paid the day of the tour)
Departure times will be in your e - ticket.
San Jose Overnight Sightseeing Tours Costa Rica
Tortuguero Costa Rica 2 Day Expedition
If you really want to immerse yourself in nature, the mecca of Costa Rica’s nature tour destinations is the Tortuguero Canals. With so much wildlife and turtles nesting or hatching only at night, a day trip is just not sufficient. An overnight trip includes lodging, meals, guided tours of the Tortuguero canals, and best of all transportation from Puerto Viejo to La Fortuna or San Jose after the excursion. One of the best eco tours in Puerto Viejo is also one of the best deals in Tortuguero too!
Supplement Charge for single occupacion for both standard and economic package : $15USD per night
Tortuguero Costa Rica 2 Day Expedition deposit is $30.00 per Adult with the Economic Package and $30.00 per Adult with the Standard Package.
(The balance of $143.00 + tax per Adult with the Economic Package and $155.00 + tax per Adult with the Standard Package to be paid via provided payment link 48 hours prior to departure)
Tortuguero Costa Rica 3 Day Expedition deposit is $30.00 per Adult with the Economic Package and $30.00 per Adult with the Standard Package.
(The balance of $183.00 + tax per Adult with the Economic Package and $211.00 + tax per Adult with the Standard Package to be paid via provided payment link 48 hours prior to departure)
Tortuguero + Rafting Pacuare Costa Rica 3 Day Expedition deposit is $50.00 per Adult with the Economic Package and $50.00 per Adult with the Standard Package.
(The balance of $263.00 + tax per Adult with the Economic Package and $283.00 + tax per Adult with the Standard Package to be paid via provided payment link 48 hours prior to departure)
This tour departs between 5:30 to 6:30 AM.
Tortuga Island Tour and Monteverde Overnight
Are you a beach lover? Can´t decide which destination in Costa Rica to settle on? Get the best of both worlds on our overnight Tortuga Island Tour and Monteverde Tour combo. Take a catamaran boat cruise though the Golf of Nicoya, sink your toes in the white sand beaches of Tortuga Island then experience the Cloud Forest in Monteverde!
Tortuga Island Tour & Monteverde Overnight Combo Tour deposit is $22.00 per Standard Package and $32.00 per Premium Package.
(The balance of $288.00 per Standard Package and $298.00 per Premium Package in cash must be paid in cash 72 hours prior the day of the tour)
This tour departs Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 6:00 AM.
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