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Visit Attractions near Our San José, Costa Rica Hotel

Convenient to all major highways, entertainment and shopping areas, the Radisson provides access to nearby attractions that help you maximize adventure on your Costa Rica family vacation. Located just 25 minutes from San Jose's Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), the Radisson is convenient to Costa Rica attractions such as the Spirogyra Butterfly Garden, a Costa Rica coffee tour, ecotourism venues, Poas Volcano as well as Irazá and Arenal Volcanoes. Reserve your stay online today and experience these and many other exciting attractions on your Costa Rica honeymoon or family vacation.

Our San José, Costa Rica hotel is convenient to the following attractions:

  • Museo Nacional
    History and art buffs will enjoy browsing this museum, set in an old army fort. Learn about Costa Rica's early indigenous inhabitants, colonial history and its ever-changing culture.
  • Parque Nacional
    As San Jose's National Park, this beautiful and green rainy forest is a welcome retreat from the often congested capital.
  • Spirogyra Butterfly Garden
    This winged-insect haven delights tourists. Learn more than you ever thought you'd know about over 30 species of butterflies.
  • Teatro Nacional (National Theatre)
    Architectural enthusiasts visit Costa Rica just to see this impressive 19th-century structure. Theatre-goers can enjoy a quality film production or live performance inside the National Theatre.
  • Volcan Arenal
    This volcano ranks among the top 10 most active volcanoes in the world and makes for a great day trip.

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About San José

San José is the most cosmopolitan city in Costa Rica, and travelers through the region find that it offers the most rewarding restaurants, hotels and nightlife venues between Mexico and Bogotá, Columbia. At first, some visitors may be less than enchanted by the urban sprawl, but once they get into areas like the Plaza de la Cultura and Paseo Colón, they find that much of city's charm is easy to enjoy on foot. Quality museums are definitely in abundance, with the best being the Jade Museum and the Costa Rican Art Museum. However, the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum is a must-see, displaying intricate gold replicas of animals that once served the ancient Diquis inhabitants as religious symbols. Parque Nacional and Parque La Sabana provide green spaces for unwinding, and travelers wanting to get off the beaten path should opt for a cruise around the Gulf of Nicoya or a trip to La Paz Waterfall. The Escazú neighborhood plays host to many fine restaurants, but remember to bring your wallet since the meals can get expensive. For a more economical meal, duck into one of the many cafés for a plato del día. After dinner, escape into one San José's nightspots for dancing and people watching. Two of the best areas are Los Yoses and San Pedro, which cater to the student population. The Mercado Central market is best if you are shopping for variety, but most neighborhoods offer a few intriguing stores. Whether just passing through or planning an extended stay, visitors find that San José is an oasis in a sparsely populated region.

Did you know?

Known as the grano de oro, translated as the golden bean, the coffee bean has provided for the area's economic growth for centuries. All throughout the Central Valley, coffee plantations dot the landscape, employing thousands of workers. In the late 19th century, the first beans were exported to the shores of Europe where Europeans fell madly in love with the rich brew the beans created. And the rest, as they say, is history!

Nearby Attractions

Museo de Arte National Parks Poas Volcano Rain Forest Aerial Tram of Costa Rica La Nacion Digital

Current Weather for San Jose

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Showery. Cloudy. Mild.
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