Central Costa Rica things to do

Early risers can enjoy the most beautiful view in the country . From the edge of the crater of Irazú volcano, 3432 m, which last erupted between 1963 and 1965, you will experience not just a cold wind,...

This ritual site from pre-Columbian days is the most important dig in Costa Rica . 20 km north of Turrialba, on the slopes of the volcano of the same name, lies Costa Rica’s most important archeologica...

The splendor of the tropics brought together in one garden . This botanical garden, established in the 1940s by English botanist Charles Lankester, is now managed by the University of Costa Rica--and a...

The largest collection of pre-Columbian gold in San Jose.The Gold Museum has a broad collection of decorative objects made of gold, such as animals, jewelry and religious pieces from the era before ...

Don’t visit the National Theater in San José just for its café…. Begun in 1891, this building, modeled on the Paris Opera, opened with “Faus”t in 1897. With its marble steps and frescos, gilded foyer a...

Costa Rica’s history at a glance. Set on a hill overlooking the capital, Costa Rica’s National Museum was once Fort Bellavista, the headquarters of the country’s one-time army. Its historical collectio...

Mi Casa Hostel is located in a premier neighborhood only 5 minutes from San Jose downtown and just one block from La Sabana Park the biggest recreational park. This place is for those who want to stay...

Exotic-sharp Peruvian cuisine: prelude to a delicious ceviche (marinated raw fish) and then maybe picante de mariscos (spicy seafood stew. 32/Av Calle. 1-3, Phone 222 73 84, € € €

The Youth Hostel San José is located east of the center in the district of La California; dorms in a magnificent townhouse. 93 beds, Av. Central / C. 29-31, tel 234 91 86, fax 224 40 85, www.toruma.co...