Popular places to visit
Central Park
You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening in Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
National Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Morazan Park
Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
National Theater
You can make plans for a show at National Theater on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Hacienda Alsacia
Enjoy an outing to Hacienda Alsacia during your stay in San Isidro.
Things to do
Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo
Top hotels in Zapote
Barceló San José
Nice bed room
Reviewed on 29 Oct, 2025
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Excellent staff. Quiet very close to airport and rental car agencies
Reviewed on 29 Oct, 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
The facilities are old
Reviewed on 28 Oct, 2025
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
All of the above.
Reviewed on 29 Oct, 2025
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
The property is beautiful but a bit dated.
Reviewed on 26 Oct, 2025
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
This was a great hotel that was conveniently located by the airport. It was also easy to find and convenient for our rental car drop off. The staff was amazing. It’s kind of a no-frills hotel but it was clean well kept and had a beautiful bar restaurant area to eat at late in the evening. There were ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zapote
San Francisco de Dos Rios
San Francisco de Dos Rios is well liked for its shopping. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater San José area, you might plan a trip to San Pedro Mall or National Museum of Costa Rica.
La California
Check out the restaurants, shopping and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Barrio Escalante
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.
Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
