Heladeria El Barco: A Sweet Escape in Jacó

Getting There

• Walking

  Heladeria El Barco is located on Pastor Diaz Avenue in Jacó. From most points in central Jacó, it's easily accessible on foot. Simply head towards the main strip of Avenida Pastor Diaz. The ice cream shop is located near Paseo de Los Surfistas shopping center and Ministerio de Salud - Área Rectora de Salud Garabito. Walking from Jaco Walk Open Air Shopping Center takes approximately 5 minutes.

• Taxi

  Taxis are readily available in Jacó. You can hail one on the street or have your hotel call one for you. A short taxi ride within Jacó typically costs between $2 and $5 USD. Ensure the taxi is an official red taxi with a yellow triangle door decal to guarantee a fair price. Official taxis use a meter. From the southern end of Jacó Beach, a taxi ride to Heladeria El Barco will cost approximately 2,374 CRC.

• Parking

  If you are driving, parking is available in Jacó, but it can be limited, especially during peak hours. Jacó Parking Lot, located on Calle Cocal, offers secure parking with hourly and daily rates. Rates at Jacó Parking Lot are around 1,000 CRC per hour, 5,000 CRC for 8 hours, 7,000 CRC for 12 hours, and 12,000 CRC for 24 hours. Some local businesses offer parking deals for their patrons. Beach parking lots charge around 1,000 colones (about $2 USD).