San Jose Travel Guide
San Jose |
Dubbed Chepe (the nickname for someone named Jose) by its proud residents, San José is the beating heart of modern Costa Rica. From its chain restaurants and ai…
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Nightlife |
Costa Ricans love to party, which means that you shouldn’t have too much trouble finding a night spot. Hopping areas in the capital include the university district of Los Yoses and San Pedro and the raucous Centro Comercial El Pueblo.Many establishments are open throughout the night, especially during weekends. With the exception of the small pubs, most bars double up as restaurants. There are also several casinos in San José for those interested in testing their luck.Bars: Terra U, Mosakos and …
Sightseeing |
San José is the gateway to Costa Rica’s pristine natural environment, and few tourists linger here for any longer than they have to. This is unfortunate as a few days in the capital is perhaps the best way to understand the modern face of Costa Rica, and there are a surprising number of interesting attractions scattered throughout the city. Of course, it’s important to point out that first glances of this sprawling urban jungle are unlikely to impress, and San José suffers from a bit of a bad re…
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