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San José: Walking Tour with Local Guide

By San José City Striders
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 143 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and history of San José
  • Admire the architectural beauty of the National Theatre
  • Explore the bustling Central Market and discover local flavors
  • Learn about Costa Rica's political history at Democracy Square
  • Discover national monuments and key figures in Costa Rican history

Activity location

    • San Jose
    • San Jose, San José, Costa Rica

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Cuesta de Moras, Av. Central, San José, Bella Vista, 10101, Costa Rica | We will meet in front of the National Museum, by the rounded structure
    • San José, San José, Costa Rica

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Service of a certified, bilingual, and history-expert local guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Culturally immersive experience rich in history and anecdotes
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Recommendations for local food, museums, and transportation
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transportation to the starting point.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips for the guide.

What you can expect

Meet your guide in front of the National Museum or the National Theater and set off on a walking tour that captures the soul of San José. Focus on history, vibrant culture, and urban life as you explore the city.

Admire Costa Rica's architectural jewel, the National Theatre, and hear the stories of the coffee elite who built it. Learn about the country's political context and the famous stories behind the abolition of the military at Democracy Square and the Legislative Assembly.

Discover national monuments and the tales of key figures in Costa Rican history at the National Park. Explore the Central Market (Mercado Central), an explosion of local flavor, color, and life. Visit sodas (local diners), learn about medicinal herbs, and pick up some Tico slang.

Location

Activity location

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    • San Jose
    • San Jose, San José, Costa Rica

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Cuesta de Moras, Av. Central, San José, Bella Vista, 10101, Costa Rica | We will meet in front of the National Museum, by the rounded structure
    • San José, San José, Costa Rica