Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Puntarenas April 2026 | Expedia.ca [Puntarenas Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Puntarenas.dx9435)[Hotels in Puntarenas](https://expedia.ca/Puntarenas-Hotels.d9435.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Puntarenas](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Puntarenas.d9435.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Puntarenas Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Puntarenas.d9435.Car-Rental-Guide)[Puntarenas Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Puntarenas.d9435.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Puntarenas ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Puntarenas Types of activities Where to stay [Puntarenas travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Puntarenas.dx9435) ![Beautiful Uvita Beach, Costa Rica, Puntarenas.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9435/c0f626c5-f379-4519-be4a-87a4622e81a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![View over Wafers Bay Cocos Island Costa Rica. Aerial Drone View of a tropical island with lush jungle in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9435/460fdd87-8fac-4058-8460-9d3cb5fa7ba0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Manuel Antonio Beach, Manuel Antonio National Park, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica, Central America](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9435/c60d02d2-d54e-49db-8948-34dee26cb665.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9435/6132fc98-b052-45eb-8d21-95953dc8f36c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![72276616](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9435/542cbf30-ba19-4806-8927-30204e6b734f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Puntarenas Attractions Always up for an eye-opening adventure and imaginative ways to get inspired, you're prepared to discover an exciting city like the expert traveller you are. You're about to set sail in a different direction. It's not hard to fill an itinerary, because Expedia Canada can hook you up with tons of things to do. Find and book your activities today, and all that's left to do is count the days until your trip and get excited. Coming up: Puntarenas! - The things to do in Puntarenas are not only perfect for you, but they won't bust your budget. We have 68 things to do here, and you can reserve them starting at just CA $35 . Get your favourite day trip on Expedia Canada for significant savings, and you'll still have money for a dream hotel or fine dinner while you're visiting. - Puntarenas is popular among sightseers. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for the next holiday to the region to check out local hot spots and explore the best things to do. The most popular activities can grab the attention of even experienced explorers, and that includes savvy visitors like you. Our collection includes an impressive array of historically themed outings and opportunities for fun. With thrilling ways to get your feet wet like a [Tarcoles River Tour](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/tarcoles-river-tour.a436520.activity-details), there are loads of possibilities to choose from when you browse through all the things you can do here at Expedia Canada. It takes some planning to fully explore Puntarenas, especially when you wish to include trips to museums and outdoor activities. And it's a no-brainer that you're itching to explore every avenue—you're excited to get out and play. You look forward to checking off the most essential activities around, and an afternoon walk through charming neighbourhoods is a perfect way to spend an afternoon. Our activities are the ideal way to organize your getaway. Book group tours on Expedia Canada, and you may find all that you are looking for and more. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Puntarenas ### Tours & day trips [See all 54 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Manuel Antonio: Boat Mangrove Tour to See Animals](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49441227/49cd2848-d41b-463e-ae4a-2f82acfbce5f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Manuel Antonio: Boat Mangrove Tour to See Animals 2h 8/10 3 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $90 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/manuel-antonio-boat-mangrove-tour-to-see-animals.a49441227.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Puntarenas Shore Excursion: Rainforest Skywalk & Tarcoles River](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1679817/c4c1c396-f69f-41ce-a030-a0a3726323a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Puntarenas Shore Excursion: Rainforest Skywalk & Tarcoles River 6h 8.8/10 71 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $174 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/puntarenas-shore-excursion-rainforest-skywalk-tarcoles-river-eco-cruise.a1679817.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Full Day Excursion to Tortuga Island from Puntarenas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4484649/bb4e049a-85f1-49b3-a0c9-d044e6200192.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Excursion to Tortuga Island from Puntarenas 10h 9/10 14 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $167 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-excursion-to-tortuga-island-from-puntarenas.a4484649.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Turtle Island, from Puntarenas, snorkelling and lunch included!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50889600/7d3ea6e5-2a6d-4e60-b312-3d87375df596.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Turtle Island, from Puntarenas, snorkelling and lunch included! 8h 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $134 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/tortuga-island-tour-from-puntarenas.a50889600.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48475142/dbec1542-79e6-4fca-a23b-f46c4d04dfee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat 6h 9.8/10 12 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $236 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/hiking-tour-corcovado-and-lunch.a48475142.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Puntarenas Highlights 6 in 1 Shore Excursion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1679811/5e0e2a1b-d5d0-4978-a35f-5921d670a27a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Puntarenas Highlights 6 in 1 Shore Excursion 6h 8.6/10 30 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $188 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/puntarenas-highlights-6-in-1-shore-excursion.a1679811.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Tortuga Island Paradise with Snorkelling Included](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49195132/aa3202eb-f7a3-4fc0-ad40-96fba54dcf75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tortuga Island Paradise with Snorkelling Included 8h 9.4/10 3 Viator reviews CA $181 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/tortuga-island-paradise-tour-with-snorkelling-included.a49195132.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Sunset Bioluminescence Tour by Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4081790/d87a8f49-233d-4711-9994-b9bf58f0f00c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sunset Bioluminescence Tour by Boat 2h 8.4/10 8 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $70 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bioluminescence-tour-by-boat.a4081790.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Bioluminescence Cocos Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50963662/90f9f6fb-4aa6-49b8-a0a6-f27ebf5a8978.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bioluminescence Cocos Tours 5h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $104 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bioluminescence-cocos-tours.a50963662.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Puntarenas Shore Excursion: Rainforest Hanging Bridges, Skywalk Tour & Boat...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1370732/0f9c9371-9851-4a91-8b43-952ccb5ec431.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Puntarenas Shore Excursion: Rainforest Hanging Bridges, Skywalk Tour & Boat... 5h 9.6/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $174 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/puntarenas-shore-excursion-rainforest-hanging-bridges-skywalk-tour-boat-tour.a1370732.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 19 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48475142/dbec1542-79e6-4fca-a23b-f46c4d04dfee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat 6h 9.8/10 12 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $236 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/hiking-tour-corcovado-and-lunch.a48475142.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Full Day Adventure Corcovado](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48289118/4f3d838b-2ee9-477b-b0c9-c75a86e11a3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Adventure Corcovado 1d 6/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $188 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-adventure-corcovado.a48289118.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Ultimate Waterfall Zipline: 18 Lines Over 11 Falls](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1377258/ad895d19-cd1d-4d29-a5cd-58425404b78b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ultimate Waterfall Zipline: 18 Lines Over 11 Falls 5h 10/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $221 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/amazing-mega-zipline-25-lines-over-11-waterfalls-puntarenas-pier.a1377258.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Nauyaca Waterfall and Beach Towns Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51983574/b883a9d5-0313-4dea-96f1-0c48e6be5eb8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nauyaca Waterfall and Beach Towns Tour 7h Free cancellation available CA $139 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/nauyaca-waterfall-and-beach-towns-tour.a51983574.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Monteverde Cloud Forest and Coffee Tour Shore Excursion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49666732/13f31e75-ab70-4646-b5d8-9479a7706356.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monteverde Cloud Forest and Coffee Tour Shore Excursion 8h 9.2/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $242 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/monteverde-cloud-forest-and-coffee-tour-shore-excursion.a49666732.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Ultimate Mega Zipline Adventure: 18 Lines Over 11 Waterfalls](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/690586/646c1fcf-81cb-4e27-ad03-6775e16753e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ultimate Mega Zipline Adventure: 18 Lines Over 11 Waterfalls 3h 30m 9.6/10 87 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $152 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/amazing-mega-zipline-25-lines-over-11-waterfalls.a690586.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Mangrove Night Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45681466/e80249a6-887b-4077-82f5-d41dbe97cfe4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mangrove Night Tour 3h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $118 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-hours-mangrove-night-tour.a45681466.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Monkey, Sloth and Jaco Beach Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49997894/b3019f8b-f2aa-49e8-acf7-d5084e9f3a20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monkey, Sloth and Jaco Beach Adventure 4h 30m Free cancellation available CA $125 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/monkey-sloth-and-jaco-beach-adventure.a49997894.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![High Ropes "Day Pass Adventure" an activity for families and friends](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1377278/8d4226c8-495b-4c9b-a2ed-ff3097f0ecca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### High Ropes "Day Pass Adventure" an activity for families and friends 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-pass-for-adventure-park-various-adventure-tours-for-families-and-friends.a1377278.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Curu Wildlife Refuge Guided Hike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49812412/da656d63-7156-432e-92b8-79aca57d1ddc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Curu Wildlife Refuge Guided Hike 3h 30m Free cancellation available CA $723 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/curu-wildlife-refuge-guided-hike.a49812412.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ### Wildlife & nature [See all 15 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&filter.categories=WildlifeNature) ![Mangrove Kayak](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2726273/cd2ea7e0-6f36-4df2-b04b-84936988d29b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mangrove Kayak 3h 9/10 14 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $104 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/mangrove-kayak.a2726273.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Monkey Mangrove tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4095647/5737ec4a-83d6-4272-9da8-bf0b20399512.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monkey Mangrove tour 4h 30m 9.4/10 61 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $109 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/monkey-mangrove-safari.a4095647.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![1 1/2 hours Tour Horseback Riding and Visiting the Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46411102/606cc966-706b-4fdd-a5f0-f94e287662bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1 1/2 hours Tour Horseback Riding and Visiting the Beach 1h 30m 10/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/2-hours-tour-horseback-riding-and-visiting-the-beach.a46411102.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Full Day Adventure Corcovado](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48289118/4f3d838b-2ee9-477b-b0c9-c75a86e11a3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Adventure Corcovado 1d 6/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $188 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-adventure-corcovado.a48289118.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Isla Tortuga Premium: snorkelling, Monkeys & Private Beach Spot](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51544310/73cef8b4-9eb1-4614-844d-c6b7b2f93986.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Isla Tortuga Premium: snorkelling, Monkeys & Private Beach Spot 8h Free cancellation available ~~CA $135~~CA $119 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/isla-tortuga-premium-snorkelling-monkeys-private-beach-spot.a51544310.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![From Puntarenas: Tortuga Island VIP tour Full-Day](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48039101/cbfe5820-a632-49de-820d-057db06e1058.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Puntarenas: Tortuga Island VIP tour Full-Day 7h 9.6/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $153 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-puntarenas-tortuga-island-full-day-boat-trip.a48039101.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Explore San Lucas Ex Prison Island From Puntarenas with Beach Hop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50810473/607097bf-819e-4576-a6ba-5903176802ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Explore San Lucas Ex Prison Island From Puntarenas with Beach Hop 7h Free cancellation available CA $174 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/explore-san-lucas-ex-prison-island-from-puntarenas-with-beach-hop.a50810473.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Mangrove Night Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45681466/e80249a6-887b-4077-82f5-d41dbe97cfe4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mangrove Night Tour 3h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $118 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-hours-mangrove-night-tour.a45681466.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Uvita One Day Tour: Whalewatching, Surfing & Waterfalls](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48261135/84c4e072-780b-43fb-9ce5-e97155e98e4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Uvita One Day Tour: Whalewatching, Surfing & Waterfalls 8h Free cancellation available CA $480 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/uvita-one-day-tour-whalewatching-surfing-waterfalls.a48261135.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Damas Island Quepos Authentic Local Mangrove Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50071270/89e70abb-115b-4d67-97fb-f16efd57e76e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Damas Island Quepos Authentic Local Mangrove Boat Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $132 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/damas-island-quepos-authentic-local-mangrove-boat-tour.a50071270.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ### Attractions [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&filter.categories=Attractions) ![Ultimate Mega Zipline Adventure: 18 Lines Over 11 Waterfalls](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/690586/646c1fcf-81cb-4e27-ad03-6775e16753e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ultimate Mega Zipline Adventure: 18 Lines Over 11 Waterfalls 3h 30m 9.6/10 87 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $152 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/amazing-mega-zipline-25-lines-over-11-waterfalls.a690586.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![High Ropes "Day Pass Adventure" an activity for families and friends](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1377278/8d4226c8-495b-4c9b-a2ed-ff3097f0ecca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### High Ropes "Day Pass Adventure" an activity for families and friends 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-pass-for-adventure-park-various-adventure-tours-for-families-and-friends.a1377278.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![Shore Excursion Mix Adventure Zip Line Day for Families and Friends](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1705616/b8f96ee1-9ec5-4c7b-b99b-c0a09d01dcac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Shore Excursion Mix Adventure Zip Line Day for Families and Friends 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/shore-excursion-mix-adventure-zip-line-day-for-families-and-friends.a1705616.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ![High Ropes Tour at Adventure Park from San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2393007/f678d298-dce8-4013-aaeb-a06f70180ce9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### High Ropes Tour at Adventure Park from San Jose 2h Free cancellation available CA $184 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/high-ropes-tour-at-adventure-park-from-san-jose.a2393007.activity-details?&rid=9435&location=Puntarenas&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Puntarenas | Number of things to do | 68 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [High Ropes "Day Pass Adventure" an activity for families and friends](/things-to-do/day-pass-for-adventure-park-various-adventure-tours-for-families-and-friends.a1377278.activity-details): CA $35 | | Top 5 things to do | [Puntarenas Shore Excursion: Rainforest Skywalk & Tarcoles River](/things-to-do/puntarenas-shore-excursion-rainforest-skywalk-tarcoles-river-eco-cruise.a1679817.activity-details)[Tortuga Island Snorkel and Sunset Cruise from Jacó](/things-to-do/tortuga-island-snorkel-and-sunset-cruise-from-jaco.a51140431.activity-details)[From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat](/things-to-do/hiking-tour-corcovado-and-lunch.a48475142.activity-details)[Puntarenas Highlights 6 in 1 Shore Excursion](/things-to-do/puntarenas-highlights-6-in-1-shore-excursion.a1679811.activity-details)[Manuel Antonio: Boat Mangrove Tour to See Animals](/things-to-do/manuel-antonio-boat-mangrove-tour-to-see-animals.a49441227.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Manuel Antonio: Boat Mangrove Tour to See Animals](/things-to-do/manuel-antonio-boat-mangrove-tour-to-see-animals.a49441227.activity-details)[1 1/2 hours Tour Horseback Riding and Visiting the Beach](/things-to-do/2-hours-tour-horseback-riding-and-visiting-the-beach.a46411102.activity-details)[Mangrove Boat Tour - Manuel Antonio](/things-to-do/damas-island-mangrove-tour-with-monkeys.a47522933.activity-details)[Mangrove Kayak](/things-to-do/mangrove-kayak.a2726273.activity-details)[Sunset Bioluminescence Tour by Boat](/things-to-do/bioluminescence-tour-by-boat.a4081790.activity-details) | | With kids | [Puntarenas Shore Excursion: Rainforest Skywalk & Tarcoles River](/things-to-do/puntarenas-shore-excursion-rainforest-skywalk-tarcoles-river-eco-cruise.a1679817.activity-details)[Tortuga Island Snorkel and Sunset Cruise from Jacó](/things-to-do/tortuga-island-snorkel-and-sunset-cruise-from-jaco.a51140431.activity-details)[From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat](/things-to-do/hiking-tour-corcovado-and-lunch.a48475142.activity-details)[Puntarenas Highlights 6 in 1 Shore Excursion](/things-to-do/puntarenas-highlights-6-in-1-shore-excursion.a1679811.activity-details)[Manuel Antonio: Boat Mangrove Tour to See Animals](/things-to-do/manuel-antonio-boat-mangrove-tour-to-see-animals.a49441227.activity-details) | ## What to do in Puntarenas --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Puntarenas #### Puntarenas Pier 3/5(10 reviews) Puntarenas Pier is just one of the places to see in Puntarenas, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Puntarenas-Pier-Puntarenas.d6332730.Vacation-Attraction) #### Playa Pochote Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Pochote during your trip to Puntarenas? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Playa-Pochote-Puntarenas.d553248635997363721.Vacation-Attraction) #### Puntarenas Marine Park You can find out about the history of Puntarenas with a trip to Puntarenas Marine Park. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Puntarenas-Marine-Park-Barrio-Las-Playitas.d553248621532964824.Vacation-Attraction) #### Playa Angostura Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Angostura during your trip to Puntarenas? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Playa-Angostura-Puntarenas.d553248635997364186.Vacation-Attraction) #### La Casa de la Cultura Enjoy an outing to La Casa de la Cultura during your stay in Puntarenas. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/La-Casa-De-La-Cultura-Puntarenas.d553248621532964823.Vacation-Attraction) #### Puntarenas Cathedral After visiting Puntarenas Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Puntarenas. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Puntarenas-Cathedral-Puntarenas.d6332726.Vacation-Attraction) #### Museo Histórico Marino You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Museo Histórico Marino during your trip to Puntarenas. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Museo-Historico-Marino-Puntarenas.d553248621532964822.Vacation-Attraction) #### Victoria Park Explore the great outdoors at Victoria Park, a lovely green space in Puntarenas. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Victoria-Park-Puntarenas.d6332728.Vacation-Attraction) #### Playa Torres Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Torres during your trip to Puntarenas? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Playa-Torres-Puntarenas-Province.d553248635997364202.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Puntarenas ![Barrio Las Playitas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9435/ce2446dc-2dc1-4750-9867-f98e1fe0a6b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Barrio Las Playitas While visiting Barrio Las Playitas, you might make a stop by sights like Playa Pochote and Puntarenas Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Puntarenas-Barrio-Las-Playitas.dx553248635976397631) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Puntarenas ![Beautiful aerial view of a sunset in Naranjo Beach - Witch Rock Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6085361/c2c4bf10-b656-4618-8556-4f62cb674694.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Playa Naranjo ![Paquera](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156456/da0c6a5c-b0bb-4993-a966-697f62ecb960.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Paquera ![Just before dawn on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica, near Jaco.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000007713/f2b78891-298a-4e9d-b8de-387b287cbfd2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### El Roble ![Beautiful aerial view of a empty beach due to the quarantine for Covid19, with a police car in Costa Rica ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000007758/e34353e3-5931-4d1f-be32-69d837a79165.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Barranca ![Beautiful aerial view of the city of Puntarenas and the Paseo de los turistas at the sunset in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/828881298211676160/82552852-dcb1-486b-8a43-b19bc015a517.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chacarita ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Puntarenas worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Puntarenas? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Puntarenas? ### Is three days enough to stay in Puntarenas? ### Is Puntarenas a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Puntarenas with kids? > - 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