Shopping in San Jose

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Shopping in San Jose

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  • Damien B
    Leigh-on Sea, UK84 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We stopped by here whilst walking around the local area. We had a nice coffee and watched the locals go about their everyday life. Probably good for an hour or so.
    Written February 8, 2025
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  • Worldbutterfly
    Berkeley, CA176 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had an afternoon to kill in San Jose before our flights out and picked up some great souvenirs at this central art market. It's well worth a trip if you find yourself in the same situation.

    Reviews that say the place is full of tourist tack--you're right! Reviews that say you can find amazing, locally produced souvenirs here--you're right! There is truly the full range of products, from cheesy toucan magnets and every single type of "Pura Vida" t-shirt to original work from artists throughout the country. Our favorite stall was the Artesanias Con Identidad Costa Rica, an artist's collective that features work from over 100 local artists. There are handmade coasters, small painting, crochet and needlework, stained glass, textiles, jewelry--so many one-of-a-kind items. The stall is located fairly deep in the market, but not hard to spot because it features items that no one else has. But no matter what your taste you will find it here!
    Written March 3, 2024
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  • loubob155
    Trinidad, CA5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    If you are looking for a high end art souvenir from Costa Rica, this is the place. Small, but well curated. Conall was very well informed about the art works featured.
    Written February 20, 2024
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  • LMA212014
    Los Angeles, CA17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    If you are looking for the unique souvenir, this is a MUST place to shop. It is a bit of challenge to find because it's so small but so worth the effort! The guys at the shop were so helpful in describing all the local crafts by region! This is a Free Trade shop which is great to support. I found a hand painted vessel, made from the outside of a local fruit. I collect Christmas ornaments from places we visit and this is one I will be using to remind me of Costa Rica.
    Written May 22, 2024
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  • Sightsee25673812710
    M'Hamid, Morocco9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Big shopping mall with variety of shops. Great for tourists at end of travel in Costa Rica and want some goodies to take home plus it has some lovely eateries, clean, cool and wow walk your feet of to everything under one roof.
    Written March 14, 2024
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  • David K
    United States2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Excellent choice for fam and couples. Great food and vibes, highly recommended. Had an amazing breakfast and did some shopping.
    Written October 7, 2023
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  • Cristina Edith P
    Saranda, Albania71 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice food court, many shops from big brands to shop business. You can find sort of everything in here. Tons of accessories for phones.
    Written January 21, 2019
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  • Bozeman-Dublin
    Trim, Ireland11,387 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Went here on my first night in San Jose on the advice of my hktel because I was told there would be lots of bars and restaurants here and plenty of choices.
    There were. But not all were open. Those that were were pretty nice without being anything special and the prices were far higher than in the town centre.
    Nevertheless it was a safe and pleasant place to eat and have a beer and meet fellow travellers. Not a bad option.
    Written May 29, 2017
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  • Monique G
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Excellent array of products
    Clothes, jewelry, shoes, bags… excellent choices for every need or special gift
    Written July 28, 2021
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  • Luis Angel Montenegro
    San Antonio, TX486 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    It has a food court and stores. It’s a small/medium mall. There is nothing amazing.

    I went there to see a movie.
    Written October 21, 2018
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  • Sue C
    167 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is the house of a former Dr and President of Costa Rica

    I needed something short to do and this fit the bill perfectly, it is a small museum but with an interesting history about a man who made many changes socially and medically for the people of Costa Rica

    When I visited, the entrance was free and there was a small exhibition at the back - a somewhat sad and upsetting theme but I understand they change often and this one will be gone in a few weeks
    Written October 23, 2024
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  • betteskid
    Boston, MA1,351 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We visited this market during a recent visit to San Jose. This market has so many vendors selling interesting fruits and vegetables that are native to the region. We sampled a number of these and that was a very special part of a lovely experience. Whereas Mercado Central (also worth visiting if you like markets) seems very established, this market seems to be a bit less so. There are also many fewer souvenir shops and more produce stands here. I would check this out when you are in San Jose.
    Written April 10, 2023
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  • poodledoop
    MA387 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great little modern art museum in an old alcoholic drinks factory. The galleries are worth seeing for both the art and the facility.
    Written August 12, 2024
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