Costa Rica is one of the most beautiful and tranquil places in the world. The country is known for its gorgeous flora and fauna as well as its diverse landscapes ranging from jungle to beach. Many travelers touchdown in San Jose, the nation’s capital, and head off on adventures in the Costa Rican wilderness. While many come to Costa Rica to experience the abundance of beauty in the nature, San Jose is a city that offers special insight into the culture as well. If your plan is to fly to San Jose and jump on a bus to the next town, consider spending a day in San Jose and see a little bit of the city. Here are some fun activities in San Jose:
Barrio Bird Two Hour Food Tasting
The local Costa Rican food is just one reason to love the culture. The Hungry Bird Walking Tour allows its guests to walk through various bakeries, street vendors and markets trying out the local cuisine. You’ll sip out of fresh coconuts as you walk and learn about the Costa Rican history and its food. The cost of the tour is $15 or 7,500 colones but they suggest bringing some extra spending cash depending on what you want to sample. Payments for the tour can be made via Paypal or in cash in person.
San Jose City Tour
San Jose has some impressive attractions including the Costa Rican Contemporary Art Museum and the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum. The tour lasts four hours and costs $37. The company provides round trip transportation from your hotel if needed. Aside from different buildings guests will also view the residential areas of Rohrmoser and the Nunciatura where Nobel Peace Prize winner Arias Sanchez has his personal residence. You can book the tour online or call toll-free at 1-888-735-0703.
Reventazon River Rafting
If you want to start your Costa Rican adventure early San Jose can be the place to begin the action. Head out on the Reventazon River for some wild river rafting. The tour starts early as you get picked up from your hotel and join your group for a delicious breakfast before heading out into the water. The river is set in a tropical landscape surrounded by sugar cane fields and tropical forests. It’s the perfect place to get a feel for Central American culture. The tour costs $99 and includes roundtrip transportation, breakfast and lunch, safety equipment, and bilingual translation if needed. Pregnant women are not allowed to participate but it’s safe enough for kids as young as 14. You can book this online at their website or call toll-free at 1-888-456-3212.