Discover La Gran Nicoya: A Cultural Gem in Guardia, Costa Rica
Experience the authentic culture of Costa Rica at La Gran Nicoya in Guardia, where local treasures and warm hospitality await.
Nestled in the heart of Guardia, La Gran Nicoya is a vibrant store that offers a unique blend of local culture and authentic Costa Rican products. Tourists will find an array of handcrafted souvenirs, delicious local snacks, and traditional Costa Rican items that make perfect gifts or personal keepsakes. The warm hospitality of the staff adds to the inviting atmosphere, making every visit memorable.
A brief summary to La Gran Nicoya
- Guardia, Guardia, Guanacaste Province, CR
- +50626670062
- Monday 7 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 7 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 7 am-6 pm
- Thursday 7 am-6 pm
- Friday 7 am-6 pm
- Saturday 7 am-6 pm
- Sunday 8 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Visit during the week for a quieter shopping experience and more personal attention from the staff.
- Ask about the stories behind the artisan products for a deeper appreciation of their cultural significance.
- Don't miss out on trying the local snacks available in-store; they are delicious and represent the region's flavors perfectly.
- Take your time to explore all the corners of the store; each item has a unique story and connection to Costa Rican culture.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Costa Rica Best Trips
3.1 km
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Monk & Capra Coffee Brewers
6.4 km
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Numu Brewing Company
6.5 km
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Mardigi Tours
6.9 km
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Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport.
6.9 km
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Hermosa Heights
9.2 km
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Papagayo Gulf Sport Fishing - North Pacific Tours
10.0 km
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Kuna Vela Sailing Tours
12.0 km
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Catholic church of Playas del Coco
12.1 km
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Pelicano SportFishing & WaterSports
14.8 km
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Piso e Tierra
15.1 km
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Bahia Pez Vela Beach Resort
15.5 km
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Maderos Brewery
16.5 km
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Maleku Tours | Liberia Airport Shuttle
16.8 km
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Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino
16.9 km
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Unmissable attractions to see
Guanacaste Viajes | Tours and Airport Transfers
7.5 km
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Costa Rica Issys tours & Airport Transfers
7.8 km
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Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Iguanita
8.4 km
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Costa Rica Adventures Travels
8.5 km
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Culebra Bay
9.5 km
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Playa Hermosa
9.7 km
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Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
10.0 km
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Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste C.R
10.1 km
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Mirador Playa Coco
10.7 km
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Mirador Playa Hermosa
10.7 km
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Calzon de Pobre Beach
11.3 km
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Witch's Rock Canopy Tour
11.4 km
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Papagayo Floating & Canopy
11.4 km
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Dream On Sport Fishing
11.5 km
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Playa Nacascolo
11.7 km
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Essential places to dine
Soda Lula
2.0 km
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La Marina
4.1 km
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Peninsula CR Steak & Seafood Grill
6.6 km
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Restaurante Santa Rosa
7.2 km
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Seaside Grill
7.4 km
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HACIENDA BLU BEACH
8.1 km
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Ginger Restaurant Bar
9.2 km
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Restaurante Colibrí
9.4 km
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La Casita Del Marisco
9.7 km
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Hotel Restaurant Villa del Sueño
10.0 km
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Restaurante Mar Azul
11.1 km
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Soda Mediterranea
11.4 km
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Poro Poro Restaurant
11.6 km
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Numu Taproom and Bistro by Chef Nicolas Devenelle
11.7 km
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Tandoor Indian Restaurant El Coco
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
La Gran Nicoya
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Bali Home Center Liberia
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Craft Market
5.3 km
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Britt Shop
6.8 km
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Rumbo Pura Vida (Rumbo Shop Aeropuerto Internacional Liberia, Guanacaste)
6.9 km
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Blue Zones Nicoya Liberia
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Terra Tica
7.0 km
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Britt Shop Secrets Papagayo
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Britt Shop - Villa Sol
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Britt Shop Grand Papagayo
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Mini-Mart
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Britt Gift Shop
10.9 km
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Britt Shop Planet Hollywood
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Tafa Souvenir and Indigenous Gallery Art
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Aquamarina Souvenirs / DCT Tours & Info
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Bar Makai
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Pacífico Beach Club
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Zarpe
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The Garden Bar
11.7 km
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Tortuga Bar
12.0 km
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Bar Flipper
12.0 km
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Bar El Ancla
12.0 km
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Chicos Bar
13.2 km
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Boss Sports Bar
13.5 km
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Bar Restaurante Las Piscina
16.2 km
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Bar Rancho Liberiano
16.6 km
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El coyote y el zanate
16.9 km
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Bar y Restaurante Ticos
17.2 km
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Villas del Sol Liberiano bar
17.6 km
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Bar La Selegna
17.6 km
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