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Teatro Nacional Costa Rica
3,532 reviews
#1 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
"The theater is small but beautiful with a lovely facade, an impressive entrance with nice marble
statues
and a fascinating foyer again with marble
statues
from Carrara marble."
"Few examples of colonial
architecture
remain standing in this earthquake prone nation, making the National Theater a unique urban gem in a country known for its rainforests and beaches."
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Top Travel Costa Rica
183 reviews
#2 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
"With assistance from our knowledgeable guides, we were treated with
sightings
of three monkey species, many exotic birds (including a toucan), numerous iguanas, dolphins, three sloths!, and tropical plants we’ve n..."
"Hotels recommended were great, all the
tours
and activities were excellent and every transfer was punctual and pleasant."
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Universidad de Costa Rica
198 reviews
#3 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Metropolitan Church (Catedral Metropolitana)
390 reviews
#4 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
"Its old
architecture
is delightful, and the Holy Sacrament chapel is the right place to have some time for yourself."
"Is one of the prettiest church of San Jose, is in front of the
Central Park
and next to Teatro Melico Salazar"
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Iglesia de la Merced
139 reviews
#5 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Estadio Nacional
85 reviews
#6 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Correos de Costa Rica
229 reviews
#7 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Central Bank (Banco Central)
137 reviews
#8 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
"Beautiful place with a great history about Costa Rican
roots
and his national bank."
"On a
walking tour
of San Jose we stopped and viewed these farmer bronzes which are a representation of the peoples who have built the economy of Costa Rica."
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Plaza de la Cultura
244 reviews
#9 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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El Sotano
38 reviews
#10 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Templo de la Musica
152 reviews
#11 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Cementerio General de San José
65 reviews
#12 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Central Park (Parque Central)
307 reviews
#13 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Cruz de Alajuelita
15 reviews
#14 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Old Atlantic Rail Station
31 reviews
#15 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Pedestrian Mall
29 reviews
#16 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Plaza de las Artes
31 reviews
#17 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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La Gran Vista
12 reviews
#18 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Iglesia La Soledad
7 reviews
#19 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Finca lechera y Rancho Samana
10 reviews
#20 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Iglesia de Ladrillo
12 reviews
#21 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Plaza de la Democracie
3 reviews
#22 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Cementerio de Obreros
2 reviews
#23 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Stone spheres of Costa Rica
3 reviews
#24 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez
9 reviews
#25 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Organic Strawberry & Dairy Farm
1 review
#26 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Iglesia San Agustin
1 review
#27 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Galeria Talentum
1 review
#28 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Plaza de la Libertad Electoral
12 reviews
#29 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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El Pueblo
70 reviews
#30 of 33 Sights & Landmarks in San Jose
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Which experiences are best for sights & landmarks in San Jose?
These experiences are best for sights & landmarks in San Jose:
Poas Volcano National Park - Admission Ticket (Foreigners Only)
La Paz Waterfall Gardens Park and Refuge Tour
Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary Admission Ticket
Poas Volcano La Paz Waterfall Garden and Doka Estate CoffeeTour from San Jose
3-Days Arenal Volcano Tabacon Resort - Monteverde - Manuel Antonio All Inclusive
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What are the best places for sights & landmarks in San Jose?
These places are best for sights & landmarks in San Jose:
Teatro Nacional Costa Rica
Plaza de la Cultura
Universidad de Costa Rica
Metropolitan Church (Catedral Metropolitana)
Estadio Nacional
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Which places provide the best sights & landmarks in San Jose for kids and families?
These are the best places for kid-friendly sights & landmarks in San Jose:
Metropolitan Church (Catedral Metropolitana)
Estadio Nacional
Plaza de la Cultura
Central Park (Parque Central)
Old Atlantic Rail Station
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Which places provide the best sights & landmarks in San Jose for groups?
These are the best places for groups seeking sights & landmarks in San Jose:
Top Travel Costa Rica
Teatro Nacional Costa Rica
Universidad de Costa Rica
Metropolitan Church (Catedral Metropolitana)
Estadio Nacional
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Which places provide the best sights & landmarks in San Jose for travellers on a budget?
These are the best places for budget-friendly sights & landmarks in San Jose:
Teatro Nacional Costa Rica
Universidad de Costa Rica
Metropolitan Church (Catedral Metropolitana)
Iglesia de la Merced
Correos de Costa Rica
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