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San Jose · Best Landmarks · Curated · Updated 2026
Best Landmarks in San Jose
Discover the best landmarks in San Jose. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.
The 10 best landmarks in San Jose
Parque Metropolitano La Sabana
Escape to San José's largest urban park: a vibrant green space with sports, culture, and recreation for everyone!
San José Province, San José, Sabana
National Museum of Costa Rica
Explore Costa Rica's rich history and culture at the National Museum, housed in the historic Bellavista Fortress in San José.
Cuesta de Moras, Av. Central, San José, Bella Vista, 10101
Plaza de la Cultura
Experience Costa Rican culture in the heart of San José at Plaza de la Cultura, a vibrant hub surrounded by museums, theaters, and lively cafes.
WWMF+C66, Av. Central, San José, Catedral
Parque Central de San José
Experience the heart of San José at Parque Central: history, culture, and community converge in Costa Rica's oldest public space.
WWMC+67G, Calle Central Alfredo Volio, San José Province, San José, Merced
National Theater of Costa Rica
Experience the grandeur of Costa Rica's premier performing arts venue, a symbol of national pride and architectural beauty in the heart of San José.
Avenida 2, C. 5, San José, Catedral
La Paz Waterfall
Discover Costa Rica's natural beauty at La Paz Waterfall Gardens: majestic waterfalls, diverse wildlife, and lush rainforest trails await!
126, Provincia de Alajuela
Museo del Jade
Explore the world's largest collection of American jade and delve into Costa Rica's rich pre-Columbian history at Museo del Jade.
13 bis, y, Av. Central, San José Province, San José
Parque Nacional
Discover a green oasis in San José: Parque Nacional, where history, culture, and tranquility meet in the heart of the city.
Avenida 3. Calles 15 y, C. 19, San José
Ruinas de Ujarrás
Explore the historic Ruinas de Ujarrás in Costa Rica's Cartago Province, a serene landmark with colonial-era church ruins and lush gardens.
R5H7+4GF, Cartago Province, Ujarrás
Guayabo National Monument
Uncover the mysteries of Costa Rica's largest pre-Columbian city at Guayabo National Monument, an archaeological marvel amidst a lush rainforest.
Guayabo, Santa Cruz, Cartago Province, Turrialba
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