Title: Mercado Central in Merced - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca [Mercado Central Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Mercado-Central-Hotels.0-l502512-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Merced](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Merced.d553248635976396012.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Merced](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Merced.d553248635976396012.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Mercado Central Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Mercado-Central.d502512.Car-Rental-Guide)[Merced Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Merced.d553248635976396012.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Mercado Central Tours and Activities ![Photo by Garrett Britton ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/131e3bde18d92bc0159a7031686e0a49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Garrett Britton ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/131e3bde18d92bc0159a7031686e0a49.jpg) ![Photo by Garrett Britton ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/abc969577b18a4750764e0040276e170.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Garrett Britton ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/abc969577b18a4750764e0040276e170.jpg) ![Photo by Garrett Britton ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3ccf7f557270008a1e39b3dd589dda5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Garrett Britton ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3ccf7f557270008a1e39b3dd589dda5f.jpg) ![Photo by Krystalvation](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/886a1ef52003d69da9af963218dbd37f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Krystalvation](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/886a1ef52003d69da9af963218dbd37f.jpg) ## Visit Mercado Central Activities --- --- ## Plan a trip to see Mercado Central Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Luxury Sky Penthouses 3-6BR Condo-Hotel at Oceano Jaco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12100000/12093600/12093587/1ba3506a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Luxury Sky Penthouses 3-6BR Condo-Hotel at Oceano Jaco CA $1,717 per person Mar 21 - Mar 28 found 1 day ago Roundtrip flight included Toronto (YTO) to San José (SJO) 8.2/10 Very Good! (99 reviews) The property was nice for a large family to stay. It fit our entire family which was nice but it’s not shiny new. Road noise at night is obnoxious but we were near the front. The photos make it look perfect but it’s not. The area around is kinda sketchy but it is Jaco Beach. The hotel is walking distance to the beach and the main strip. The staff was the best part of the property. They were super friendly and the activities director was amazing. I would stay at this property again given the cost we paid vs other name brand hotels / properties. Overall I enjoyed our stay but it was because of the people that worked there. Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025 ![The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2307400/2307339/77052cfa_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal CA $3,070 per person Feb 27 - Mar 4 found 1 day ago Roundtrip flight included Edmonton (YEG) to San José (SJO) 9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews) Clean, high end, great food, excellent service and so much to do Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026 ![Monte Carlo Luxury Condominiums](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2246000/2245939/d57d433d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Monte Carlo Luxury Condominiums CA $1,863 per person Feb 22 - Mar 1 found 21 hours ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Edmonton (YEG) to San José (SJO) 9.4/10 Exceptional! (94 reviews) Great staff and communication. Our washer broke and they attempted to fix it immediately but it needed to be removed. They had our clothes washed by the time got back to the condo which was so appreciated given our luggage was lost by Frontier Airlines. Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026 ### Tours & day trips [See all 116 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4963637/56b19452-0650-4dfc-b6d5-d4c3f3f7f252.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José 16h 8.2/10 34 reviews Free cancellation available CA $153 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-trip-tortuga-island-from-san-jose.a4963637.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214544/7df70423-eafc-40be-8c77-f92706b2ef95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose 14h 9.4/10 53 reviews Free cancellation available CA $221 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-experience-full-day-tour-from-san-jose.a1214544.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/664950/24b375a0-61de-4b73-a3ef-5a65cc7b7633.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch 16h 7.2/10 12 reviews Free cancellation available CA $188 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-san-jose-hots-springs-arenal-volcano-view-with-lunch.a664950.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47970907/9858f2e7-49d1-494c-b4b0-cdc4bfb19774.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ 12h 9/10 9 reviews Free cancellation available CA $188 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/isla-tortuga-desde-san-jose.a47970907.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Exper...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44830499/9e7c212b-c73c-457c-b4c9-7631a54b0779.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Exper... 9h 9.8/10 38 reviews Free cancellation available CA $250 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-poas-volcano-la-paz-waterfall-gardens-and-coffee-plantation-experience.a44830499.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1246447/68847130-21ea-4cf1-bb76-1bab5c5c82f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees 2h 30m 9/10 17 reviews Free cancellation available CA $49 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/san-jose-walking-nature-tour-sloths-birds-and-trees.a1246447.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/419793/83a26255-dc37-4453-80a6-e842a9037dae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo 2h+ 8/10 29 reviews Free cancellation available CA $109 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rainforest-adventures-in-costa-rica-aerial-tram-tour-braulio-carrillo.a419793.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Monkey Tour With Local Cuisine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2580302/2985163b-83c2-470b-ace5-d4dad8e1977b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monkey Tour With Local Cuisine 3h 8.6/10 7 reviews Free cancellation available CA $111 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/monkey-tour-with-local-cuisine.a2580302.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Volcano, Waterfalls, Zipline, Hot Springs Full Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214525/8108bc3d-e2d1-4146-804e-ac5528007c4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Volcano, Waterfalls, Zipline, Hot Springs Full Day Tour 14h 9.8/10 18 reviews Free cancellation available CA $263 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/costa-rica-full-day-combo-tour-zip-lining-waterfalls-volcano-hot-springs.a1214525.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/274749/72dfc7b1-7d8e-4f02-91f1-cead05282f56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner 4h 9.2/10 55 reviews Free cancellation available ~~CA $110~~CA $93 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/san-jose-by-night-food-and-culture-tour-with-dinner.a274749.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 40 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Zip Line, Rappel, Hiking La Carpintera Tour in San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2238116/271d996a-4993-4ddb-9a4f-f779be1368cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zip Line, Rappel, Hiking La Carpintera Tour in San Jose 3h 9.2/10 32 reviews Free cancellation available CA $71 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/zip-line-la-carpintera-half-day-tour-zipline-rappel-hiking-in-san-jose.a2238116.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/419793/83a26255-dc37-4453-80a6-e842a9037dae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo 2h+ 8/10 29 reviews Free cancellation available CA $109 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rainforest-adventures-in-costa-rica-aerial-tram-tour-braulio-carrillo.a419793.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214523/02562c43-9305-4aa6-bf2e-1a5e3426a13a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner 14h 9.2/10 26 reviews Free cancellation available CA $263 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-full-day-combo-tour-with-lunch-and-dinner.a1214523.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![One Day Tour 2 Activities to choose (Zipline, quad bike and more) from San ...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1166298/07ae1a03-bdd8-4ae5-829e-8237fb675db8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### One Day Tour 2 Activities to choose (Zipline, quad bike and more) from San ... 10h 10/10 10 reviews Free cancellation available CA $271 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/one-day-tour-2-activities-to-choose-zipline-quad-bike-and-more-from-san-jose.a1166298.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Combo Arenal: Waterfalls, Hanging Bridges, Thermal Spa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47802416/8a131b0c-788f-4eac-9054-aa08f7ac65c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Combo Arenal: Waterfalls, Hanging Bridges, Thermal Spa 12h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $401 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/combo-arenal-waterfalls-hanging-bridges-thermal-spa.a47802416.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Monteverde Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges Cloud Forest Tour from San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1351508/dc57ae82-4116-4f8f-9e48-9040b53ea6fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monteverde Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges Cloud Forest Tour from San Jose 13h 7.4/10 6 reviews Free cancellation available CA $346 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/monteverde-sky-tram-hanging-bridges-cloud-forest-tour-from-san-jose.a1351508.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![From San Jose: La Paz Waterfall Gardens Guided Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47940350/9f9cd604-0cfd-4861-8279-e5ebb54524ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From San Jose: La Paz Waterfall Gardens Guided Day Tour 8h Free cancellation available CA $250 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/la-paz-waterfall-gardens-day-trip-from-san-jose.a47940350.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![From San José: Poas Volcano, Café Doka and La Paz Waterfalls](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47964825/1509110a-59c4-4fe4-aafd-82631a318eaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From San José: Poas Volcano, Café Doka and La Paz Waterfalls 10h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $237 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-tour-to-poas-volcano-cafe-doka-and-la-paz-waterfalls.a47964825.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![San José: Arenal Volcano, Hot Springs, & Zip Lining w/ Meals](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51163275/4dcde2f4-c9d0-491d-892d-b5d7873f9943.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San José: Arenal Volcano, Hot Springs, & Zip Lining w/ Meals 14h Free cancellation available CA $263 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/san-jose-arenal-volcano-hot-springs-zip-lining-w-meals.a51163275.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Night hike wildlife observation in Santa Elena Monteverde](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1373435/cb40794e-0138-4d04-a6f2-80f485a2265e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Night hike wildlife observation in Santa Elena Monteverde 3h Free cancellation available CA $70 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/night-hike-wildlife-observation-in-santa-elena-monteverde.a1373435.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 30 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Arenal Volcano and Baldi Hot Spring](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2978537/956c29c9-3cb6-4d35-99df-f4ff5fb1eea5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arenal Volcano and Baldi Hot Spring 10h 9.2/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available CA $282 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-and-baldi-hot-spring.a2978537.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Dinner + Typical dance show at the best viewpoint in San José](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2869410/8f65e2a3-6704-45e9-b4e7-331c66eb5b59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dinner + Typical dance show at the best viewpoint in San José 5h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $128 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/dinner-typical-show-in-the-best-viewpoint-of-the-city.a2869410.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Day Trip from San Jose to Sloths & other wildlife Rescue Centre](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1351424/acac6f34-edf1-4ca1-9dd3-f3b6e781692b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Trip from San Jose to Sloths & other wildlife Rescue Centre 4h Free cancellation available CA $320 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-trip-from-san-jose-to-sloths-other-wildlife-rescue-centre.a1351424.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![San Jose : Private Custom Guided Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46362314/de6ebf9f-b3b3-4be8-8091-59d8586553d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose : Private Custom Guided Tour With A Guide (Private Tour) 8h Free cancellation available CA $115 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-custom-guided-tour-in-san-jose.a46362314.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![La Fortuna, full day transport, from San Jose.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50010492/8745f7be-53d5-44bc-a6b6-c4af964999e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### La Fortuna, full day transport, from San Jose. 1d Free cancellation available CA $501 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/la-fortuna-full-day-transport-from-san-jose.a50010492.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Uvita: Kayak & Snorkel Private Tour - Marino Ballena N. Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48112440/04e6b925-1369-406a-8d6a-f201abc20070.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Uvita: Kayak & Snorkel Private Tour - Marino Ballena N. Park 3h Free cancellation available CA $186 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/uvita-marino-ballena-national-park-sea-kayak-snorkel.a48112440.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![San José walking tour: History, Culture and Coffee tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48582288/97ad98fc-78c7-4b6e-9836-0c4c9685e437.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San José walking tour: History, Culture and Coffee tasting 3h Free cancellation available CA $77 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/san-jose-real-coffee-experience.a48582288.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Costa Rica Pura Vida 6D/5N Holiday Package](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3281401/78cf3948-1769-483f-a94d-e00342202cbb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Costa Rica Pura Vida 6D/5N Holiday Package 6d Free cancellation available CA $2,574 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/costa-rica-pura-vida-6d-5n-holiday-package.a3281401.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Carara National Park: Guided Walk Carara Costa Rica Nature](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48185256/36c75c88-309b-4a05-89a7-83f6f6e31384.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carara National Park: Guided Walk Carara Costa Rica Nature 3h Free cancellation available CA $194 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carara-national-park-guided-walk-carara-costa-rica-nature.a48185256.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![San Jose ART Walking Tour - small groups, creative experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1248401/f3e7d82d-b138-43db-bbdd-71c6a6a2f347.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose ART Walking Tour - small groups, creative experience 2h Free cancellation available CA $49 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/san-jose-art-walking-tour-small-groups-creative-experience.a1248401.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 14 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![San Jose By Night: Farm to Table Dinner, Cooking & Cocktail Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3972771/26322841-e285-475e-bde8-f2dd672d830c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose By Night: Farm to Table Dinner, Cooking & Cocktail Class 4h 9.6/10 20 reviews Free cancellation available CA $68 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/san-jose-by-night-tour-farm-to-table-dinner-cocktails-classes.a3972771.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Combo Arenal: Waterfalls, Hanging Bridges, Thermal Spa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47802416/8a131b0c-788f-4eac-9054-aa08f7ac65c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Combo Arenal: Waterfalls, Hanging Bridges, Thermal Spa 12h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $401 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/combo-arenal-waterfalls-hanging-bridges-thermal-spa.a47802416.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48181042/b63aeead-196e-4e0d-b26f-1de739eee7a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting 2h 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available CA $49 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/alajuela-coffee-plantation-guided-tour-with-tasting.a48181042.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Chocolate Making and Tasting at a Local Factory in San José](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46221987/15e34db4-b325-41e5-88c8-87c7eb5af514.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chocolate Making and Tasting at a Local Factory in San José 2h 9.8/10 9 reviews Free cancellation available CA $80 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/chocolate-making-and-tasting-at-a-local-factory-in-san-jose.a46221987.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![San Jose: Cacao & Chocolate Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48252436/9758a89c-40ee-40e7-a771-f282ffbc8d6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose: Cacao & Chocolate Workshop 1h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $56 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/san-jose-cacao-chocolate-workshop.a48252436.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Britt Coffee Tour From San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/977092/cd43f83a-a3eb-48d9-a9db-5bc23f5bc99e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Britt Coffee Tour From San Jose 4h 10/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available CA $117 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/britt-coffee-tour-from-san-jose.a977092.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Taste San Jose with 34 Flavours That Define Costa Rica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50808962/c07ddf80-d43e-4977-9318-0fa28dd326a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Taste San Jose with 34 Flavours That Define Costa Rica 3h Free cancellation available CA $136 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/taste-san-jose-with-34-flavours-that-define-costa-rica.a50808962.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Jaco Beach: Surfing in Costa Rica - All levels and Ages](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48153546/c53a480c-815a-4a2d-8970-0cf0f9349a03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Jaco Beach: Surfing in Costa Rica - All levels and Ages 3h Free cancellation available CA $194 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/jaco-beach-surfing-in-costa-rica-all-levels-and-ages.a48153546.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![San Jose Cooking Classes visit Central Market](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46464068/75a8dbe7-1753-483d-8fa0-b9e935557aaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose Cooking Classes visit Central Market 3h Free cancellation available ~~CA $88~~CA $70 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/san-jose-cooking-classes-and-markets-visit-in-costa-rica.a46464068.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![10 Recipe Boozy Cooking Workshop in San Jose Costa rica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50978648/babfaa3b-4c78-465b-97b2-a1913a787e22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 10 Recipe Boozy Cooking Workshop in San Jose Costa rica 3h 30m 2/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $118 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/10-recipe-boozy-cooking-workshop-in-san-jose-costa-rica.a50978648.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ### Cruises & boat tours [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) ![Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4963637/56b19452-0650-4dfc-b6d5-d4c3f3f7f252.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José 16h 8.2/10 34 reviews Free cancellation available CA $153 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-trip-tortuga-island-from-san-jose.a4963637.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Tour to Tortuguero National Park and jungle cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50476876/ce8d59b8-553c-4c9b-8296-f70aaf594fd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tour to Tortuguero National Park and jungle cruise 11h Free cancellation available CA $224 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/tour-to-tortuguero-national-park-and-jungle-cruise.a50476876.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![From San Jose: 3-Day Tortuguero National Park Excursion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44630828/2b7c683b-e083-40a3-bb1a-b7f56a6d9283.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From San Jose: 3-Day Tortuguero National Park Excursion 3d Free cancellation available CA $904 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-san-jose-3-day-tortuguero-national-park-excursion.a44630828.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ![Peninsula of Life Natural Experience with Humpback Whales](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51199527/db990d58-050d-4f06-afcb-e897819d1f00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Peninsula of Life Natural Experience with Humpback Whales 15h Free cancellation available CA $1,113 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/peninsula-of-life-natural-experience-with-humpback-whales.a51199527.activity-details?&rid=502512&location=Mercado+Central&swp=off) ### Popular places to visit ![San Jose featuring forests and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/115000/115800-San-Jose-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Central Park 4/5(25 reviews) You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.ca/Central-Park-Hospital.d507591.Vacation-Attraction) ![San Jose Cathedral](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/346d4338f82e57cd37ced8ec5cc07a2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Jose Cathedral 4/5(35 reviews) After visiting San Jose Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area, or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Jose-Cathedral-San-Jose.d502511.Vacation-Attraction) ![Plaza de la Cultura](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/869abf9a8be7b782e47be1d61c925482.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Plaza de la Cultura 4/5(11 reviews) Find out about the history of San José with a stop at Plaza de la Cultura. Discover the entertainment choices in this vibrant area, or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Plaza-De-La-Cultura-San-Jose.d507593.Vacation-Attraction) ![National Theater](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/c112e3191cf77f29d1d0f769294fd85f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Theater 4.5/5(51 reviews) You can get tickets for a performance at National Theater during your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.ca/National-Theater-San-Jose.d502510.Vacation-Attraction) ![Morazan Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/86b8b516ea350e15454e00eeac924b38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Morazan Park 4/5(21 reviews) Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.ca/Morazan-Park-San-Jose.d507589.Vacation-Attraction) ![Parque Espana](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/dfa0386d2cc591d121e09ae0d2f777fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Parque Espana 3.5/5(6 reviews) After visiting Parque Espana, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area. 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