Top Experiences in National Theater (Teatro Nacional)

Experience San Jose in a unique way, visiting historical landmarks, parks, and neighborhoods.

Taste some local flavors while you get to know the city.

San Jose is the heart of our Nation and the best way to discover it is on two wheels, with zero emissions, and lots of emotions.

The tour includes an experienced bilingual guide during the 2-hour bicycle ride, empanadas, and specialty coffee brewed by a local barista. It also includes an urban bike and a helmet.

The experience is a gastronomic tour in the center of San José, the tour takes you through the three different pedestrian promenades of the center of San Jose, each one very different from the other, during the tour you will learn about our street food culture while your guide tells you peculiarities and myths of our great little city

Immerse yourself in the culture and history of the city. Starting in the Central Market, which is the only way to learn about the city’s food. Stroll the market with your local guide and get to know about uses of the roots, herbs, and fruit common in local cuisines, including ingredients that will play a role in your authentic Costa Rican dinner. After the market, we’ll make our way learning about the city’s history and anecdotes, as well as visiting one of the most architecturally beautiful buildings, the National Theatre, then with a walk through Morazán Park and we will visit Mr Sloth Coffee Shop to make el Morenito, one delicious coffee cocktail. We’ll continue to charm Barrio Amon, one the oldest neighborhoods. We'll be spending the rest of the evening at best private home dining for special menu focused on pre-Hispanic Caribbean food dinner. This cozy establishment offer the best in Costa Rican cuisine, a unique space that offers art, culture, history as well as fine dining.

Experience our Private Full Day Shore Excursion tailored exclusively for Cruise Ship Passengers!

Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of Costa Rica as you make your way to the heart of the city. Upon your arrival, meet your seasoned tour guide, ready to lead you on an enchanting tour of San Jose.

Discover the awe-inspiring allure of the Metropolitan Church (Catedral Metropolitana), marvel at the grandeur of Parque Nacional Park, and capture iconic moments at landmarks like the Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, Jade Museum, Parque Espana, and many more.

Indulge in delectable local cuisine and explore a myriad of unique souvenirs to commemorate your journey.

Our excursions are meticulously designed to align with your ship's schedule, allowing you to savor every moment without the worry of returning to your ship on time.

We'll greet you directly at the port and ensure you return with ample time to relax and relish your day.

Unmask the beauty and culture of contemporary Costa Rican life on this San Jose walking tour. You’ll get up close and personal, through local food, history, culture even the herbal remedies of folk medicine. Enjoy a hands on lesson on exotic plants, fruits, vegetables in the Borbon Market. We’ll take a stroll through the vibrant Central Market, tasting empanada with cheese and beans. Seeing diverse sites like the Cathedral, National Theater, and the beautiful Morazan parks will help you get to know the country and its rich history and from this experience, you’ll have another sense taste to get more in tune with San Jose. For the end visit Mr. Sloth Coffee Shop where you will find gourmet coffees and chocolates produced by women, in this special place tasting and learn to prepare Cafe Chorreado, enjoy a tamal cooked by local families and wrapped in a banana leaf, learn how to make plantain empanadas with cheese, try our famous Agua de Sapo make with sugar cañe and lemon.

Visiting San Jose’s markets with a guide turns an everyday scene into a rich cultural experience as your guide tells you the stories behind the markets’ offerings and takes the guesswork out of deciding what’s worth a try. After visiting top San Jose markets, head to the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum to take a look at the city’s early history.

Highlights:
Discover the secrets behind handicrafts, herbal remedies, and fresh produce at Borbon and San Jose Central Market
Visit top markets to learn about local culture through food
Lots of fruits, empanada, ceviche and coffee tastings included, plus museum entrance
Good way for first-time visitors to learn about San Jose history and culture

Experience our Private Full Day Shore Excursion tailored exclusively for Cruise Ship Passengers!

Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of Costa Rica as you make your way to the heart of the city. Upon your arrival, meet your seasoned tour guide, ready to lead you on an enchanting tour of San Jose.

Discover the awe-inspiring allure of the Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, marvel at the grandeur of Metropolitan Church (Catedral Metropolitana), and capture iconic moments at landmarks like the Parque Espana, Jade Museum, Parque Nacional Park, and many more.

Indulge in delectable local cuisine and explore a myriad of unique souvenirs to commemorate your journey.

Our excursions are meticulously designed to align with your ship's schedule, allowing you to savor every moment without the worry of returning to your ship on time.

We'll greet you directly at the port and ensure you return with ample time to relax and relish your day.

Discover San José like never before, we are the only operators that gives you the opportunity to truly integrate and get to know the culture of Costa Rica on a city tour, we combine the walking tour and guarantee maximum benefit from the experience while We also have all the comforts of tourist transportation.

This tour will take you through the most important part of the city of San José, we will visit beautiful typical shops, monuments, museums, government buildings and churches that are important for the People of Costa Rica, in addition you will have a highly trained guide to carry out the tour. this activity.

Full day City Tour San Jose visit most interesting and cultural places with guide, we pick you up at your hotel in San Jose, Alajuela or Heredia

This city tour provides a bird’s eye view of San Jose enhanced with an authentic cultural experience with on-board folkloric music. The tour includes guided city walks in important historic landmarks like the National Theater, the National Monument and San Jose’s Central Market, Gold Museum and others. It is also important to mention that our tour has been declared of “cultural interest” by the Ministry of Culture of Costa Rica.

This 5-hour evening tour will begin with pick you up at your hotel, our personalized city tour provides a bird’s eye view of San Jose enhanced with luxury, VIP customer service, bilingual tour guide, dinner local cuisine, beverages, folkloric attire, and an authentic cultural experience with folcloric music. The VIP City Bus tour includes guided city walks in important historic landmarks like Costa Rican Art Museum, Lobby National theater, National Monument, Central Market (shopping) and Central Avenue; where the European-style Double Decker City Bus and staff will greet you with a welcome cocktail. This cultural journey includes more than 25 landmarks, hotel pick-ups and drop-offs, come and enjoy a real local experience.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a local guide. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it to the local for an enlightening introduction to the city. With our private walking tours, you'll skip the mundane historical tours and experience the city through the eyes of a real local. Our local guides are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and insights. The will offer an authentic and personal experience. By the end of the tour, you will feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

- Private walking tour for just you and your group
- Your guide customizes your tour to your interests and personality
- Get a deeper insight into San José life than possible alone
- See San José through the eyes of a local and discover its hidden gems

We made a tour taking into account the past and the present in San Jose.

Immerse yourself in Costa Rican culture and history on this walking guided tour of the capital city. Highlights include the National Theater, the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, the National Museum, the Supreme Court, and Central Market. A bilingual guide is on hand to answer questions and provide insight about what you see along the way.

We know the artistic part, including its most recognized spaces in this area, the culture, history and architecture of the city. The tour will show you the most beautiful areas of San José. The tour describes the past and the present of San José, in order to know it´s actual life. You get to know from art, culture, history and architecture of the city.

We will see the important sites of Downtown San Jose with an emphasis on the rich history and culture of this amazing country.

The tour describes the past and the present of San José, in order to know its current life. You get to know from art, culture, history and architecture of the city. The tour shows you the most beautiful areas in San José.

During this journey you will visit the National Theater, also known as “The jewel of San José”, a masterpiece in art and architecture built by Costa Ricans and completed in 1897. Then visit the Museum of Gold , then the Central Market, place full of the Costa Rican cultural heritage and traditions, where you will be able to browse and buy some local art crafts.
You will also visit the Metropolitan Cathedral. As we travel around the city, we will point you out several historically important or main buildings in our city, for example The Costa Rica University, The Old Train Station, The National Liquor Factory, The National Supreme Election Bureau, the Asamblea Legislativa, The Metallic Building, some parks and various sites of interest. This will be an introduction to our Capital City, and information about our economy, cultural, politics, religion and general current events.
Also, we will visit an Art Gallery, where you will be able to get some souvenirs to take back home.

Enjoy an immersive experience of authentic Costa Rican food. The tour offers a varied and dynamic route to learn about various traditional dishes. The selected spaces illustrate the gastronomic culture of San José and Costa Rica.

Enjoy a worry-free Private Transfer from any location in Manuel Antonio National Park and Quepos town to SJO Airport. The driving time is 3 hours approx. If you are going to take an International flight the recommended arrival time at the airport is 2 hours prior to departure.

Explore the most iconic places in the capital of Costa Rica with this semi-private tour that is operated with only couples, families or small groups in order to provide you with a more personalized service.

Our tour of the Capital San Jose, includes exclusive transportation from your hotel and tours of the main points of the capital.
Our tour includes tickets to the National Museum and a 90-minute tour. In addition, tours of the emblematic buildings including the beautiful National Theater, The Congres, National Culture Center, Supreme Court of Elections, National Library, Metallic Building, Chancellery, historic neighborhoods and the most important parks of the capital.

Our tour also includes a delicious typical lunch in a restaurant located in a 100-year-old house that was part of the coffee history of our country.

As you explore this enchanting city, you'll discover a perfect blend of old-world charm and modern vibrancy.

Our knowledgeable guides will lead you through the streets, sharing captivating histories and transporting you back in time. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the National Theater, a true masterpiece showcasing artistic brilliance. Admire its neoclassical façade, intricate details, and breathtaking murals that bring the culture to life.

Prepare to be amazed at the Central Market, a bustling hub where vibrant colors, aromatic scents, and lively sounds come together. Indulge your taste buds with local delicacies and tropical fruits that will transport you to paradise.

Allow us to be your guide, your storyteller, and your companion as we unlock the secrets of this mesmerizing destination. Book your tour today. San Jose is waiting to capture your heart!

VIP City Bus offers the most fun, informative and cultural city tour in San Jose Costa Rica. Our sightseeing bus combines luxury, culture, and innovation in a unique package: a double-decker bus designed to showcase the capital city from an elevated perspective. Join us on a cultural tour of San Jose for insights to Costa Rica’s historical landmarks and a proper interpretation of what makes this happy and peace loving country so unique in the world. Our tour combines a sightseeing bus ride with guided walks to major attractions in San Jose.

Our favorite places to visit for a guided walk in San Jose
-Estadio Nacional
-Museo Nacional
-Antigua Aduana Barrio Aranjuez
-Museo Rafael Ángel Calderón Guardia
-Hospital de Niños
-Teatro Mélico Salazar
-Teatro Nacional
-Banco Central de Costa Rica
-Mercado Central (Shopping)

The Gulf of Nicoya’s archipelago paradise is made up of various islands that are home to nature’s abundance. The area is a sanctuary for marine birds, with white sand beaches and flora and fauna native to our Central Pacific Coast. The world-renowned Isla Tortuga is part of this beautiful archipelago.

Located 12 miles from Puntarenas, Isla Tortuga’s 120 hectares are maintained as a protected forest. The area maintains the Bandera Azul Ecológica, a distinction awarded to certain beaches in Costa Rica for their pure, unpolluted waters. Because of the island’s location, its waves are gentle and its waters turquoise.