Travel Guide to Parque Central de San José

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from anywhere in Central Valley, navigate to San José using your preferred GPS app. Once you are in San José, head toward the downtown area. Look for signs for Calle Central Alfredo Volio. The park is located at WWMC+55F, Calle Central Alfredo Volio, San José, Merced. There is usually street parking available nearby, but be prepared to pay for parking; rates can vary from 500 to 1000 CRC per hour.

• Public Transportation (Bus)

  Take a bus heading to San José from your location in Central Valley. Major bus terminals, such as Terminal 7-10 or Terminal de Buses Caribe, have frequent departures to San José. Ensure you board a bus that states 'San José' as its destination. Once you arrive at the main bus terminal in San José, walk towards the downtown area. Head toward Calle Central Alfredo Volio; the park is approximately a 10-15 minute walk from the terminal.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  If you prefer a more direct option, consider using a taxi or rideshare service like Uber. Simply input 'Parque Central de San José' or the address WWMC+55F, Calle Central Alfredo Volio, San José, Merced into the app. Depending on traffic, the ride from different locations in Central Valley may cost between 5,000 to 15,000 CRC.

• Walking (from downtown San José)

  If you find yourself in the downtown area of San José, Parque Central is easily accessible by foot. From the National Theater or Plaza de la Cultura, head north on Avenida 2 until you reach Calle Central Alfredo Volio. Turn left onto Calle Central Alfredo Volio and continue walking for about 5 minutes; you will find Parque Central on your right.