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Trip.Best Top 8 Best Things to Do in Costa Rica [2024]

Explore the best things to do in Costa Rica! Uncover top activities and experiences for an unforgettable visit.
Updated Oct 2024
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    4.8/5
    13 Review
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    "Visitors to Arena Volcano Park are welcome, and the bubble volcanic hot springs are simply too enjoyable. The country is really a country that is brave! There are more than 270 volcanoes here, the most famous is Arena volcano located near the famous tourist resort of La Fortuna in northern Costa Rica. It had a devastating eruption in 1968, and it entered a long dormant state after 2010. Now it is a national park for tourists to visit. On the way to the volcano, you can see many small ants moving in groups and against the mini leaves to the observation deck. The view is very good. There is always a cloud and mist around the crater, surrounded by cloud and fog forests. There is a dining shop next to it, you can have a drink and look at the volcano. The scenery here is too suitable for wide angles, enjoy pure life pura vida! ❤️ For more local fun in Costa Rica, please consult me!"
    La Fortuna
    9.4 km from downtown La Fortuna
    Highlights: Arenal Volcano Park is located in Arenal Reserve. There are actually two volcanoes in this national park, Arenal Volcano with a height of 1633 meters and Chato Volcano with a height of 1140 meters. The latter has been active for nearly 3500 years. A collapsed crater and a beautiful lagoon. In contrast, Arenal Volcano is a very active volcano in Costa Rica. It erupted in 1968 and 1973. Until July 2010, the eruptions of large and small volcanoes continued, and the severity was much lower, but almost every day. There was smoke and lava coming out.
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    5.0/5
    5 Review
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    "The National Museum of Costa Rica is a large area, with many precious ancient sculptures and artworks such as gold and silver jewelry. It is the best place to learn about Costa Rica, with a comprehensive display of Costa Rica's history, humanities, minerals and other content."
    San Jose
    1.3 km from downtown San Jose
    Highlights: You can appreciate the antiquities and culture from Maya to Spanish rule to modern times. The second floor platform overlooks San Jose, which is a good place to learn about Costa Rica's natural, cultural and historical development.
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    4.8/5
    9 Review
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    "Active volcano, the altitude is a bit high. But you must go to Costa Rica. The scenery is really good and there are seas of clouds. You can see the Caribbean Sea when the weather is good. There is a direct bus opposite the National Grand Theatre."
    Goicoechea
    19.2 km from downtown Goicoechea
    Highlights: Irazu Volcano is an intermittent volcano, mainly composed of basalt and andesite. It is located in central Costa Rica, about 35 kilometers east of San Jose. There are buses from San Jose and Cartago to there, but there are not many trains. The volcano is 3432 meters above sea level and is the highest volcano in Costa Rica.
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    5.0/5
    5 Review
    "Manuel Antonio National Park is the most famous national park in Costa Rica. It not only has dense rainforests, but also lives many rare wildlife, such as Monkeys, Smiling Monkeys, Raccoons, etc. You may see it here. Hiking is the best way to travel here and you will see many precious scenes that are definitely worth a visit."
    Quepos
    5.1 km from downtown Quepos
    Highlights: Manuel Antonio National Park is a popular attraction for climbing, surfing, sunbathing and animal watching. You can see all kinds of animals and birds here, such as white-faced monkeys, squirrel monkeys, sloths and other animals. It is recommended to hire guides in advance, because they have professional telescopes and professional knowledge to guide where to see animals. , possibly nothing.
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    4.9/5
    7 Review
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 3633 reviews
    "Pure natural landscape, very, very beautiful, original ecology, no pollution, Latin America's Switzerland, there are Tabacon Hot Springs, Mount Irasu, Waterfall Park, Blue River Forest Park, etc., come once and let people linger!"
    San Jose
    860m from downtown San Jose
    Highlights: The National Grand Theater (TeatroNacional), which broke ground in 1891, was completed and opened on October 21, 1897, with a construction period of seven years. The theater can be said to be a relatively exquisite historical building in the capital San Jose.
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    4.9/5
    8 Review
    "This reserve is a great example of private conservation. Cloud forest is amazing hiking experience"
    Monteverde
    2.3 km from downtown Monteverde
    Highlights: The Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve (monteverde) is a cloud forest reserve, one of the few remaining cloud forests in the world. Unlike rain forests, cloud forests are much higher above sea level, so they will be in dense fog. There are all kinds of trees and animals here, and the air is very fresh. You can also play bungee jumping and zipline here. You can find an agency by yourself.
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    4.8/5
    6 Review
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    "La Fortuna Falls in Costa Rica is a spectacular waterfall, although he is not very wide, but the water volume is very large. The water mist that sparked when the waterfall fell was very large, like a fairyland. There are many tourists swimming in the pool below, very happy."
    La Fortuna
    4 km from downtown La Fortuna
    No.1 of Water Fun Attractions in Costa Rica
    Highlights: The Fortuna River waterfall is 70 meters high, and visitors must enter the tour rest area through about 530 steps. There is a spacious and comfortable area in front of the waterfall to take photos and take a dip in the Fortuna River.
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    5.0/5
    5 Review
    "The Central Cathedral is the largest church in Alajuela, located in the heart of the city. The entire church has a distinct Spanish style, with beautiful murals depicted on the long arched roof inside. In addition, the central dome and shrine are extremely luxurious, which is the highlight of the entire church, and you must watch it carefully."
    Alajuela
    147m from downtown Alajuela
    Highlights: Alajuela Central Cathedral is located in the center of the city. The church is a Spanish colonial-style building next to the central square, which is a landmark building in Alajuela.
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FAQ

What Best Things to Do are there in Costa Rica?
These are all Best Things to Do in Costa Rica:Arenal Volcano National Park, National Museum of Costa Rica, Volcan Irazu, Manuel Antonio National Park, National Theater of Costa Rica
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Costa Rica?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Costa Rica include:Arenal Volcano National Park:4.8, National Museum of Costa Rica:5.0, Volcan Irazu:4.8, Manuel Antonio National Park:5.0, National Theater of Costa Rica:4.9
At what locations in Costa Rica can Best Things to Do in Costa Rica be found?
The Best Things to Do in Costa Rica are mainly located in:Arenal Volcano National Park:La Fortuna, National Museum of Costa Rica:San Jose, Volcan Irazu:Goicoechea, Manuel Antonio National Park:Quepos, National Theater of Costa Rica:San Jose
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