About: This is one of several waterfalls in the local area, and one of two waterfalls on the private property Villas Mastatal, an eco-lodge. The other waterfall is Las Gemelas. Most people visit and stay overnight at the lodge, though you can also visit for a day and hike the trails to the river and…
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Downtown San Jose Swimming Pools
Options for swimming pools in Downtown San Jose:
Los SueƱos Water Park
About: This recreational park has swimming pools, a restaurant, and green spaces. Province: San Jose Starting from: Downtown San Jose Time to reach from starting location: 28 minutes Time needed for activity: as much as you want Kid friendly: Yes Wheelchair accessible: Yes What to wear and bring: Comfortable clothes, walking shoes, sandals or water…
El Valle Encantado Water Park
About: This water park is located on the other side of the mountains of Escazu from Downtown San Jose. They have swimming pools, water slides, and green spaces for a fun, relaxed day with family or friends. There is a koi pond and some farm animals, as well as a playground. Province: San Jose Starting…
Cascada de Fuego Water Park
About: This water park has 2 large swimming pools, one that is deeper than the other, as well as one small kid pool. They have a restaurant, ranchos, and a unique extremely long foosball table. There are green spaces for playing sports. Province: San Jose Starting from: Downtown San Jose Time to reach from starting…
Downtown San Jose Shopping
Options for shopping in Downtown San Jose:
Municipal Crafts Market
About: This indoor crafts market is the perfect one-stop shop to find all your souvenirs. It is a great option to get everything in one place at the end of your trip. It can be pricey since it caters to the tourist, and many of the shops offer similar items. There are a lot of…
Multiplaza Escazu
About: This is a very large mall located in a nice part of town, centrally located to Escazu. It has plenty of shopping and food options, as well as a movie theater. Outdoor parking is free, and covered parking has a fee. Province: San Jose Starting from: Downtown San Jose Time to reach from starting…
Multiplaza Curridabat
About: This mall is located in the Southeastern part of the Downtown San Jose area. It is a large mall with plenty of stores, restaurants, and a movie theater. Outdoor parking is free, and covered parking has a fee. It can get extremely busy on nights, weekends, and holidays. Province: San Jose Starting from: Downtown…
Mall San Pedro
About: This mall is the first mall in Costa Rica and has 5 floors of shops, food, and entertainment. It is nearly always busy as it is centrally located at the busiest roundabout in the country, La Fuente de la Hispanidad, and is located near many universities, so there are a lot of young people…