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Parque Nacional Braulio Carrillo
328 reviews
#1 of 16 Nature & Parks in San Jose
"First the tour guide takes you around to see the tropical rain forest where you see hummingbirds and the different types of tropical plants including ferns and walking
trees
."
"We visited for the morning from San José, and even with a later arrival around 8am, were able to see a impressive sampling
birds
, such as a Crested Guan, Hummingbirds, and Tanagers to name a few."
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Parque Nacional Park
304 reviews
#2 of 16 Nature & Parks in San Jose
"A great mid-city national
park
that highlights some of the history of the Costa Rican nation as well as a number of unique statues."
"Another of the many
parks
in downtown San Jose, this having the huge statue in the center representing the five nations of the Central American Federation in the 1800s."
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Parque La Sabana
1,106 reviews
#3 of 16 Nature & Parks in San Jose
"The
park
is well kept and it has many options for outdoor activities with big green areas, different sports fields and trails."
"The
art museum
was outstanding and the sculpture garden looked like a beautiful place to wander in nicer weather."
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Spirogyra Butterfly Garden
100 reviews
#4 of 16 Nature & Parks in San Jose
"Team members are extremely friendly, proficient in English and passionate about protecting the environment and the
beautiful butterflies
."
"There is also a lovely, but strenuous
nature
hike that has a hidden river at the end of the trail."
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Parque España
110 reviews
#5 of 16 Nature & Parks in San Jose
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Central Park (Parque Central)
307 reviews
#6 of 16 Nature & Parks in San Jose
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Monte Sky
17 reviews
#7 of 16 Nature & Parks in San Jose
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Pico Blanco Hiking
11 reviews
#8 of 16 Nature & Parks in San Jose
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Laguna Don Manuel
14 reviews
#9 of 16 Nature & Parks in San Jose
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Guanacaste Expeditions
5 reviews
#10 of 16 Nature & Parks in San Jose
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Plaza de la Democracie
3 reviews
#11 of 16 Nature & Parks in San Jose
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Parque de la Merced Park
5 reviews
#12 of 16 Nature & Parks in San Jose
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Senderos Colon
3 reviews
#13 of 16 Nature & Parks in San Jose
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East Park
2 reviews
#14 of 16 Nature & Parks in San Jose
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Simón Bolívar National Zoo and Botanical Garden
222 reviews
#15 of 16 Nature & Parks in San Jose
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Lovely collection
of plants and animals."
"Wonderful Zoo and
Park
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Cano Cristales
#16 of 16 Nature & Parks in San Jose
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Tortuga Island Cruise from San Jose
Manuel Antonio National Park Day Trip from San Jose
Coffee Experience, Poas Volcano and La Paz Waterfall Gardens
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Irazu Volcano, Cartago Ruins and Sarapiqui River Tour from San Jose
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What are the best places for nature & parks in San Jose?
These places are best for nature & parks in San Jose:
Parque Nacional Braulio Carrillo
Parque La Sabana
Parque Nacional Park
Spirogyra Butterfly Garden
Simón Bolívar National Zoo and Botanical Garden
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Which places provide the best nature & parks in San Jose for kids and families?
These are the best places for kid-friendly nature & parks in San Jose:
Parque Nacional Braulio Carrillo
Parque Nacional Park
Parque La Sabana
Spirogyra Butterfly Garden
Parque España
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Which places provide the best nature & parks in San Jose for couples?
These are the best places for couples seeking nature & parks in San Jose:
Pico Blanco Hiking
Parque Nacional Park
Parque La Sabana
Spirogyra Butterfly Garden
Monte Sky
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Which places provide the best nature & parks in San Jose for groups?
These are the best places for groups seeking nature & parks in San Jose:
Parque Nacional Braulio Carrillo
Parque Nacional Park
Parque La Sabana
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Which places provide the best nature & parks in San Jose for travellers on a budget?
These are the best places for budget-friendly nature & parks in San Jose:
Parque Nacional Braulio Carrillo
Parque Nacional Park
Parque La Sabana
Spirogyra Butterfly Garden
Parque España
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