Cantón San Carlos

Alajuela Province

A volcano surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky with scattered clouds.
A mountain landscape with a prominent peak, surrounded by lush greenery and a valley below.
A mountainous landscape with a lake, dense forest, and a prominent volcano.
A volcano with a lake at its base, surrounded by forested hills.
A lush green landscape with a prominent mountain in the background.

Popular cities in Cantón San Carlos

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La Fortuna
Known for Volcano, Hot springs and Nature
Get away to tropical La Fortuna! Enjoy the volcanoes, hot springs and ziplining.

Reasons to visit

  • Tabacon Hot Springs
  • Arenal Volcano
  • La Fortuna Waterfall
A large, steep-sided volcano with a dense cloud of smoke at its peak, surrounded by a forested landscape.
Monterrey
Known for Dining, Volcano and Hot springs
Romantic Monterrey is calling! Discover its volcanoes, hot springs, spas and more.
A suspension bridge in a dense forest with mist.
Florencia
Known for Bird watching, Gardens and Family-friendly
Secluded Florencia is calling! Discover its spas, gardens, riverfront and more.
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Quesada
Known for Hot springs, Relaxing and Spas
Relaxing Quesada is calling! Discover its hot springs, spas, zoo and more.
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Pital
Known for Nature and Natural parks
Get away to Pital! Enjoy the natural setting and more.
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La Tigra
Known for Jungles, Dining and Rain forests
Upscale La Tigra awaits: its jungle, hiking, camping and more!

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