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Things To Do
La Casona del Maíz
$$ If you're spending a night near the airport and want to try some authentic Costa Rican cuisine, make sure to stop by La Casona del Maíz.
La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park
Birds, big cats, frogs, snakes, butterflies, flowers... La Paz Waterfall offers a unique opportunity for those looking to experience the biodiversity of Costa Rica without having to travel for hours.
Britt Coffee Tour
After Costa Rica's independence in 1821, coffee was key in the country's economic and social development. Today, coffee or "el grano de oro" (the golden grain) holds a special place in the country's culture and traditions. If you're spending a day in the Central Valley and are interested in learning more about this crop, we encourage you to visit one of the many coffee plantations that surround the area. Britt's coffee tour is one of the most popular ones, but we also recommend Doka Estate's and COOPEDOTA's.
Restaurante Grano De Oro
$$$$ Located inside a boutique hotel, the Grano de Oro Restaurant offers a beautiful and elegant experience for those looking to indulge in one of the best restaurants in downtown San José.
Restaurante Machu Picchu
$$ Peruvian food is without a doubt one of the best cuisines in Latin America. If you're looking for an authentic take, look no further than Restaurante Machu Picchu. Specially recommended for all of you seafood lovers (and of course, if you're allergic to seafood you might want to reconsider it.)
La Esquina de Buenos Aires
$$$ Make a reservation If you love steak and happen to spend a night in downtown San José, don't think twice about stopping by La Esquina de Buenos Aires. There you'll find some of the best meat cuts in the country in a traditional Argentinian ambience. The restaurant tends to get really crowded at night, so don't forget to make a reservation!
Museo del Jade y la Cultura Precolombina
This historical, cultural, and archeological museum has an extensive collection of pre-Columbian artefacts, such as stone tables (metates), ceramics, ceremonial heads, adzes, and other decorative pieces from 500 BC to 800 AD., as well as more than 2500 pieces of jade archeological pieces.
Mercado Central
$ A must-see attraction for those of you interested in engaging in an authentic Costa Rican experience while exploring downtown San José. There you'll find anything from local spices to souvenirs. Don't forget to try the meat or beans and cheese empanadas at La Puntarenense stand or Lolo Mora's artisanal Ice Cream (they only have one magnificent flavour, a mix between vanilla and pumpkin spice.) If you're adventurous and don't mind banana-leaf-wrapped food, stop by "Donde Tala" for some delicious cheese tortillas and Gallo Pinto.
Gallo Rojo
$$ For those of you looking for an innovative take on Asian fare, don't miss chef Andres Sandoval Tsao's Gallo Rojo. Inspired by street food in Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Gallo Rojo's the place to go if you're looking for spot on flavours and a creative and healthy experience at a reasonable price.
Product-C
$$-$$$ Perfect for any seafood aficionados staying in Escazú. Just steps away from the Holiday Inn San Jose Escazu (see TRAVEL), Product C offers a variety of incredibly fresh and sustainably caught seafood as well as a great selection of local craft beers.
Los Anonos Steak House
$$ If you want to try some authentic Costa Rican food without having to leave Escazú, stop by Los Anonos Steak House. With much more reasonable prices than La Esquina de Buenos Aires, Los Anonos is the place to go if you're looking for good cuts of meat and delicious Costa Rican side dishes (don't forget to try their sweet plantains.)
Manuel Antonio National Park
Regarded as one of the world's most beautiful national parks, the Manuel Antonio National Park is well known for its beautiful beaches and hiking trails, as well as its visitors' common encounters with monkeys, sloths, and other local fauna. We encourage you to visit this small park, which is less than an hour and a half away from Los Sueños, our wedding location.
Arenal Volcano
The Arenal Volcano area is ideal for those of you interested in visiting the Costa Rican rainforest. Although the volcano entered into a resting phase in 2010 it is still a stunning sight to behold. Don't miss the area's luscious hot springs.
Guanacaste Province
You can't go wrong with the province of Guanacaste. With more than 400 miles of coast line, Guanacaste holds some of the best beaches in the country. We recommend visiting Sámara, Avellanas, Carrillo, Flamingo, Santa Teresa, Mal País (too many to choose from), and if you don't mind touristy areas, don't miss Tamarindo for great food and night life.
Rio Celeste
Famous for its blue waters, Rio Celeste is ideal for those of you who enjoy hiking and nature. Despite being one of the most popular and beautiful attractions in the country, take into consideration that getting there entails a steep, rocky, and muddy hike.