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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 916 reviewsSan Jose Walking Tour
Discover San José, its architecture and history, and taste its flavours with a historian. "The best way to start or end your trip to Costa Rica."
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 88 reviewsIrazú Volcano and Cartago City by train
Take a train ride to Cartago, explore the city's history, architecture, and visit the Volcán Irazú for a short hike. National Park ticket included.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 2442 reviewsFlavors of San José: Markets, Coffee & Cooking
Discover San José through its flavors! Uncover market secrets, sample tropical fruits, and step inside a specialty coffee shop to craft your own traditional Costa Rican empanadas.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 292 reviewsEnjoy and Discover San Jose
For people who want to explore different parts of the city.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 418 reviewsLearn about the culture of Bribri
Immerse yourself in the tribal culture, known for living in harmony with nature.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 92 reviewsLive Alajuela city untold history on foot
Explore Alajuela’s history and culture on a custom route built from local research.
5 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviewsWalking through the cemeteries of San José
Discover little-known mausoleums, crypts and monuments in the General, Obreros, Extranjeros and the little-known Cólera cemeteries. We will see a lot of architecture, characters and stories.
5 out of 5 average rating, 86 reviewsMurdered, Hanged, and Myths of the Josefinos
We will walk through Barrio Amón and Barrio Otoya, to discover their myths, crimes and architecture; talk about the most famous Medium in Costa Rica and the most controversial murders of the 20th century.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 452 reviewsTransfer to Guanacaste
Personalized transfers with elegance, punctuality and attention. The price is the total per group, not per person, and applies to the Tamarindo area and its surroundings from Liberia Airport.
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviewsWalking Tour of San José, Historic City Tour
Walk with me through the San José that few tourists discover: the National Theatre, the Market, Barrio Amón and its coffee plantations mansions. As a certified barista, I'll wrap up the tour with a coffee tasting.
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New place to staySeeing the Invisible: Costa Rica After Dark
Enter the rainforest after dark and learn to see what others miss. We’ll track movement, sounds and clues while discovering frogs, reptiles, insects, mammals and their hidden world.
4 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsCultural walking tour of Heredia
Go beyond beaches and rainforests to discover how Costa Rica’s history shaped the culture, values and daily life of its people while exploring the historic streets of Heredia.
5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviewsSan José cultural walking tour
We will walk through the city of San José, visiting places that are emblematic of Costa Rica's history. This tour is ideal for understanding the country's historical and social context. 9:00 a.m. or 1:30 p.m.
New place to stayBribri - Cacao and Ceremonial Chocolate
I will teach you about the culture and traditions of the ancestral Bribri cacao, and how the spiritual guide uses it for rituals. We will visit the temple where these ceremonies are held and share.
New place to stayDiscover the essence of Costa Rica towards La Fortuna
Enjoy a guided tour to La Fortuna with authentic stops, typical food, incredible landscapes and surprises along the way. Experience the essence of Costa Rica beyond the destination
5 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviewsPirate History Pub Crawl
Unforgettable afternoon adventure blending history, swashbuckling tales, and enough rum to unleash your inner pirate. Great for solo travelers/couples/groups. Part Pub Crawl, Part History, All Fun.
5 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviewsCoffee, Chocolate and Sugar Cane Experience
Come and learn about the history and processes of preparing coffee, cocoa and sugar cane and take a great experience on your palate.
5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviewsLatin Dance in La Fortuna with Drink Included
Immerse yourself in Latin culture through dance: basic steps, turns, and fluidity. A dynamic class with music, movement and fun, ideal for travellers who want to experience Costa Rica through dance
5 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviewsDiscover and create Chorotega art in Guaitil
Enjoy a cultural experience in Guaitil, Guanacaste. Learn Chorotega pottery with local artisans, shape your own piece with ancestral techniques and take a local souvenir home.
5 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviewsQueerly Chepe: Explore LGBT San Jose
You will take a three-hour walking tour throughout San Jose's unofficial queer neighborhoods (barrios): San Pedro, Los Yoses, Escalante, Otoya & Amon.
