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San Jose Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide

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Embark on a journey through the heart of San Jose, where you'll explore the city's most significant historical and cultural sites. Begin at the stunning Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, home to the Costa Rican Symphony Orchestra, and indulge in its European-style coffee shop. Continue to Parque Espana, once a parking lot for oxen carts, now a serene park with views of the historic Barrio Amón. Visit Parque Nacional Park, where you'll learn about Central America's united stand against North American slave traders, commemorated by the impressive National Monument. Finally, marvel at the Metropolitan Church, San Jose's main cathedral, filled with exquisite art and history, including a statue of Pope John Paul II, who held a mass for peace here in 1983.

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Duration 2 hours

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Live tour guide

English, French, Spanish

Key facts

Duration 2 hours
Languages English, French, Spanish
Group size Up to 15
Ages Adult 1–99
Accessibility Wheelchair accessible; Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour type Private

What's included

Included

  • In-person: English, Spanish, French speaking Guide
  • Private and exclusive tour, there won't be anyone else in your group.
  • Help from our team to book the tickets for the desired visits.
  • Walking tour
  • Customization of the tour

Not included

  • Drink or Food
  • Tips (Optional)
  • Entry to monuments and museums
  • Transportations (The cost of using public transport during the tour is at your own expense)

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    Discover the beauty of this architectural gem, explore the lobby, and enjoy a European-style coffee shop, the cultural hub of San Jose.

    30 minutes
  2. Stop 2

    Stroll through this charming park that once served as a parking lot for oxen carts and gaze upon the historic neighborhood of Barrio Amón.

    30 minutes
  3. Stop 3

    Learn about Central America's fight against North American slave traders while admiring the impressive National Monument.

    30 minutes
  4. Stop 4

    Visit the awe-inspiring main cathedral of San Jose, filled with fabulous art and the statue of Pope John Paul II, a testament to the city's spiritual history.

    30 minutes

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the starting point

Meet your guide front of Hotel Balmoral.

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Cancellation & confirmation

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  • 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
  • 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before

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