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San Jose Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide

San José · Central Valley & San José

San Jose Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide

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About this experience

Embark on a journey through the heart of San Jose, where you'll explore the city's most significant historical and cultural sites. Begin at the stunning Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, home to the Costa Rican Symphony Orchestra, and indulge in its European-style coffee shop. Continue to Parque Espana, once a parking lot for oxen carts, now a serene park with views of the historic Barrio Amón. Visit Parque Nacional Park, where you'll learn about Central America's united stand against North American slave traders, commemorated by the impressive National Monument. Finally, marvel at the Metropolitan Church, San Jose's main cathedral, filled with exquisite art and history, including a statue of Pope John Paul II, who held a mass for peace here in 1983.

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Getting there

Meets at

Meet your guide front of Hotel Balmoral.

Where

Teatro Nacional Costa Rica

What you'll do

  1. Discover the beauty of this architectural gem, explore the lobby, and enjoy a European-style coffee shop, the cultural hub of San Jose.

    30 min here

  2. Stroll through this charming park that once served as a parking lot for oxen carts and gaze upon the historic neighborhood of Barrio Amón.

    30 min here

  3. Learn about Central America's fight against North American slave traders while admiring the impressive National Monument.

    30 min here

  4. Visit the awe-inspiring main cathedral of San Jose, filled with fabulous art and the statue of Pope John Paul II, a testament to the city's spiritual history.

    30 min here

What's included

Included

  • In-person: English, Spanish, French speaking Guide
  • Private and exclusive tour, there won't be anyone else in your group.
  • Help from our team to book the tickets for the desired visits.
  • Walking tour
  • Customization of the tour

Not included

  • Drink or Food
  • Tips (Optional)
  • Entry to monuments and museums
  • Transportations (The cost of using public transport during the tour is at your own expense)

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Easy physical level
  • Public transport nearby

Guided in en, fr, es.

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • It's a city tour and not a tour inside the monuments.
  • Please note: A minimum of 2 participants is required for the group option.
  • Recommended for everyone

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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