Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in San José Province February 2026 | Expedia.ca # What to do in San José Province ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit San José Province Types of activities Where to stay [San José Province travel guide](https://expedia.ca/San-Jos-Province.dx6247779) ![If you are lucky enough to be at the central pacific coast of Costa Rica, don't forget to visit the Nauyaca Waterfalls. Not only the waterfalls are beautiful, as you can see, but the road to access them is quite a ride! #costarica #waterfalls #landmark #River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338897/6dce3db8-3aca-401b-8190-28ed6b5323e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![If you are lucky enough to be at the central pacific coast of Costa Rica, don't forget to visit the Nauyaca Waterfalls. 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Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6247779) ## What to do in San José Province --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in San José Province ![Estadio National and La Sabana Park. San José Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507595/a90020ae-c78c-4a6b-b4db-8e7642ad88b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sabana Park Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Sabana-Park-San-Jose.d507595.Vacation-Attraction) ![Beautiful aerial view os the city of San Jose Costa Rica, and its main park The Sabana ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101134/b27329da-b981-4821-9424-d629ab914aa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Stadium of Costa Rica Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/National-Stadium-Of-Costa-Rica-La-Sabana.d6101134.Vacation-Attraction) ![Autódromo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6355960/58d2e5cc-412d-4d2a-9b47-1f7546f50987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Parque Viva Learn about the events happening at Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Parque-Viva-San-Jose.d553248634304701374.Vacation-Attraction) ![Parque Central de San José en Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507591/ffc02a7a-38fa-4cdc-9dc2-79fa04c60bd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Central Park 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, Costa Rica, National Museum Building in historic city center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502506/9198f440-9feb-4a49-a1d0-9fb86f5e1bf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Museum of Costa Rica You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.ca/National-Museum-Of-Costa-Rica-Catedral.d502506.Vacation-Attraction) ![Beautiful aerial view of the National theater in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502510/18438218-b063-43f9-9baf-a725b0ecabd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Theater 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) #### Multiplaza Mall Escazu During your visit to San Rafael, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Multiplaza Mall Escazu. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Multiplaza-Mall-Escazu-San-Jose.d6128290.Vacation-Attraction) #### Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu Explore the great outdoors at Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu, a lovely green space in Cascajal. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Parque-Nacional-Volcan-Irazu-San-Jose.d6101086.Vacation-Attraction) #### Avenida Escazú Shopping Center During your trip to San Rafael, you can do some window-shopping at Avenida Escazú Shopping Center. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Avenida-Escazu-San-Jose.d553248634304708374.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of San José Province ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### La California 3.5/5(2 area reviews) Check out the restaurants, shopping, and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or Casa Amarilla. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Jose-La-California.dx3000007698) ![Aerial view of La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium and San Jose, Costa Rica Skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975438337/e07ff0fa-7a70-421e-b174-bca70fcf40d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Barrio Escalante Barrio Escalante might not have many top sights, but San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Jose-Barrio-Escalante.dx553248635975438337) ![The National Theatre of Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3177/1ae666d8-074a-4175-b4d9-873500eedd7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Catedral If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Catedral.dx553248635976384567) ![La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/945975010020155392/24ab4f01-d56b-42df-9008-c5f91bdf60ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### La Sabana If you're spending some time in La Sabana, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Jose-La-Sabana.dx945975010020155392) ![Parque morazan ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3177/ea5a7091-fd66-444c-83b9-da016493dd59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Carmen If you're spending some time in Carmen, Casa Amarilla and Asamblea Legislativa are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Carmen.dx553248635976393228) ![Aerial view of La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium and San Jose, Costa Rica Skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976384264/98749c1a-b8d4-4163-8e17-d66e06134230.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hospital 3/5(5 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Hospital.dx553248635976384264) --- 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 San José Province ![San José](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/603085/8cc5329d-3997-49fc-ac6a-b6d11b9493c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San José ![Collared Aracari These ones are hard to photograph at eye level. I was lucky enough capture this magfnificent bird at eye level. Visit my full gallery at https://creativenatureart.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180434/52979d9b-cccc-4401-aa43-6985b6e1ae61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Guapiles ![Santa Ana: Costa Rica's Central Valley Suburban Beauty](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/506075/8b7ae24f-1ed0-4d32-bc20-3e3b49eb0494.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Ana ![Montaña del sapo y la cilebra](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004867/1001bf17-9a99-4cac-863d-e6b09d9418ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Patarra ![I don't even know how they spotted this owl. It was on the far side of the river, way up at the top of a tall tree, in dark shadow. 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