Things to do in San Juan

Activities, attractions and tours

Things to do

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

RM350
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour

San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour

RM121
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour
ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ

ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ

RM550
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

RM257
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets

San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets

RM143
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets
Picture 2 for Activity Tarcoles River: Jungle Crocodile Safari & Bird Watching Tour

Tarcoles River: Jungle Crocodile Safari & Bird Watching Tour

RM163
per adult
Tarcoles River: Jungle Crocodile Safari & Bird Watching Tour
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting

Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting

RM143
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
Manuel Antonio National Park from San José

From San José: All-Inclusive Manuel Antonio Park & Beach Day

RM550
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From San José: All-Inclusive Manuel Antonio Park & Beach Day
San Jose By Night: Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class

San Jose By Night: Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class

RM200
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
San Jose By Night: Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class
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Saprissa Stadium

Known as La Cueva del Monstruo, this vibrant stadium pulses with the passionate energy of Deportivo Saprissa's purple-clad fans. Experience Costa Rican football culture at its most electric during evening matches.
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Frequently asked questions

Is San Juan worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in San Juan is visit National Theatre. Tick this top attraction off your itinerary, then discover more of this area's shopping and bars and pubs.
How do I spend a day in San Juan?
Start your sightseeing with a visit to Museo Homenaje Joaquín García Monge. Then, tour other areas of San Juan for a bite to eat and some shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in San Juan?
National Theatre is ranked the top tourist attraction near San Juan, so don't go home without checking it out.
Is three days enough to stay in San Juan?
With a three-day break in San Juan, it'll be easy to enjoy the area's many great attractions, including National Theatre and Museo Homenaje Joaquín García Monge.
Is San Juan a walkable neighbourhood?
If walking around new destinations is your thing, San Juan won't disappoint. You can get to leading attractions like National Theatre and Museo Homenaje Joaquín García Monge on foot. At 3 kilometres from the centre, the popular neighbourhood of Carmen is also close enough for a good stroll. The same goes for Uruca, roughly 3 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in San Juan with kids?
Planning what to do in San Juan with kids has never been so easy. Whether you're travelling with teenagers or little ones, there are loads of family-friendly sights to keep everyone happy here.
What to do in San Juan for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in San Juan, with activities for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Casa Amarilla.
Are there free things to do in San Juan?
You won't have to search high and low for free things to do in San Juan. If you ask a local tour guide and they'll share tips for places and attractions you can experience at no charge. A good free option to check out is Sabana Park.