San Jose’s close proximity to airports and popular attractions makes it a convenient place to begin and end your trip to Costa Rica. Local and international airports are only a 20 to 30 minute drive from the capital and many visitors use San Jose as a home base for day trips to nearby sights.

The city itself never sleeps, boasting excellent dining and nightlife. Visitors are often impressed by the fabulous shopping and warm hospitality of locals.

Downtown San Jose is home to a number of popular tourist attractions - museums, art galleries, shops selling handicrafts, casinos, banks, rental car agencies, malls and many fine restaurants and hotels.