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San José Highlights: Private City Ride Through Culture & History

By Welcome Pickups
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $405 per traveller* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview
  • Discover the Heart of Costa Rica’s Capital
  • Visit Two of the City’s Most Famous Markets
  • See San José’s Most Beloved Landmarks
  • Private & Fully Customisable Tour
  • Comfort & Convenience Included

Activity location

  • San Jose
    • Calle Central Alfredo Volio
    • Merced, San José, Costa Rica

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • San Jose Hotel Pickup
    • Calle Central Alfredo Volio
    • Merced, San José, Costa Rica

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San José Highlights: Private City Ride Through Culture & History
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • Opening hours: Wed 6:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
CA $404.75 x 1 TravellerCA $404.75

Total
Price is CA $404.75

What's included, what's not

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    Fuel and tolls
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    All taxes, fees and management charges
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    Hotel pickup and arrival
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    Personal English-speaking professional guide
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    Free wifi in the car
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    Water
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    Entrance fees for all attractions
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    Other drinks and meals
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    Advice and free services

Know before you book

  • After booking, if you prefer an official licensed guide, you can request one via message, and we’ll gladly arrange it for you with an extra cost.
  • Our drivers act as informal local guides, sharing historical knowledge and insights about each stop, while also suggesting adjustments and revealing hidden gems and secret spots only locals know—ensuring your tour is truly one-of-a-kind.
  • For 1–4 people: A comfortable saloon will be assigned to your group.
  • For 5-7 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.

What you can expect

If you’re looking to experience San José’s energy, history, and flavour in just a few hours, this highlights ride is the perfect fit. You’ll uncover the markets, landmarks, and cultural gems that make Costa Rica’s capital so unique.

- Fully Customisable & Private – Your driver is happy to adjust timing and stops based on your preferences.

- Pickup and drop off included with a professional, English-speaking driver.

Your experience begins with a comfortable pickup from your hotel and a short ride into the city’s bustling centre. First, explore Bourbon Market, where fresh produce, herbs, and spices overflow from colourful stalls, offering an authentic slice of local life. Just a few steps away, you’ll enter San José Central Market, a historic market dating back to the 19th century, where narrow alleys reveal everything from souvenirs to traditional eateries known as soft drinks.

Leaving the buzz behind, take a moment at Central Park & Metropolitan Cathedral, a central gathering point framed by leafy trees and the city’s grand cathedral. From there, continue to National Theatre of Costa Rica, San José’s most iconic building and a true architectural treasure that highlights the city’s cultural soul.

This ride offers a balanced mix of history, culture, and everyday life, giving you a complete introduction to Costa Rica’s capital.

Location

Activity location

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    San Jose
    • Calle Central Alfredo Volio
    • Merced, San José, Costa Rica

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    San Jose Hotel Pickup
    • Calle Central Alfredo Volio
    • Merced, San José, Costa Rica