Best places in Costa Rica

Discover the best places in Costa Rica, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection.

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Namaste Indian Restaurant, Manuel Antonio
Indian restaurant
👍👍 Excellent Indian food. They made Jain food for us. All vegetarian food was very tasty and service was great. I will. One again when I visit again from United States. This food is amazing We loved decorations and cleanliness. Best of luck for your new business
5.00 (919 reviews)
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Four Seasons Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
Resort hotel
Posh getaway offering refined rooms, suites & villas, plus 5 restaurants & an 18-hole golf course.
4.90 (3.4K reviews)
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North Fields Coffee Tour
Tourist attraction
👍👍 What an enjoyable tour! Our guide David was very knowledgeable and sweet. It was great hearing all about the coffee and chocolate-making history and process. We were able to see lots of plants and wildlife around the grounds, too. It was fun being able to watch or even participate in some of the ste...
4.90 (1.8K reviews)
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El Tigre Waterfalls Monteverde
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Absolutely fantastic! We did the big hike and it did not disappoint. The waterfalls were gorgeous and the flora was absolutely lush and vibrant. I felt like I slowly entered a whole other world in the rainforest and really got to experience and savor it. The shuttle service is fair priced and conven...
4.90 (1.7K reviews)
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Chocolate and coffee farm tour Don Jorge
Tourist attraction
👍👍 This chocolate, coffee, and sugar cane tour was incredible. My partner and I booked this tour exactly 1 hour before it started, and we are so so glad we did! Since visiting in the rainy season, this experience ended up being a private tour. We had an amazing time learning all about the Don Jorge far...
5.00 (560 reviews)
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Il Piaceri Pizza & Grill
Pizza restaurant
👍👍 Excellent pizza and pasta. I recommend pizza house called Pizza Il Piacceri, the Hawaiiana photo is called the Italian. Very tasty. We are ordered in pizza express, and several times we asked the service is very good. If you go to the restaurant I recommend pasta.
$$ $$
4.90 (1.1K reviews)
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Hotel Jaco
Hotel
Informal all-suite hotel offering a spa, an outdoor pool & a restaurant, plus direct beach access.
$86/night
4.90 (983 reviews)
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Nayara Gardens
Resort hotel
Woodsy-chic hotel set in a tropical forest offering volcano views, dining, a spa & an outdoor pool.
4.90 (929 reviews)
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Basílica de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles - Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels
Basilica
Large Byzantine-style basilica known for its storied Virgin Mary statue & holy drinking water.
4.80 (16.5K reviews)
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La Ventanita
Restaurant
👍👍 What an absolutely lovely place this is! A gem tucked away in the mountains! Great food, very reasonable prices, insane view and a very friendly, earthy, cozy ambience that’s tastefully decorated and reflects the owner’s passion for motorcycles. We visited this beautiful restaurant with our family...
$ $$$
4.90 (829 reviews)
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Parque Nacional Cahuita
National park
Lush nature park featuring blue-water beaches, trails & numerous species of coral & animals.
4.80 (9.2K reviews)
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National Theater of Costa Rica
Performing arts theater
Ornate landmark theater offering music & dance performances & tours in Spanish & English.
4.80 (6.3K reviews)
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L' Estanco El Jardin Escondido
Restaurant
👍👍 Wow! This is a must if you are here. Not only is it absolutely beautiful sitting under a gorgeous tree but the food, drinks, and service was wonderful. We arrived without a reservation (calling on WhatsApp is best to reach them we found out after) but the owner was happy to accommodate us. We sat on...
4.90 (771 reviews)
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Cine Magaly
Movie theater
4.80 (3.8K reviews)
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Offer Shop
Thrift store
👍👍 Muy buen servicio de todos los muchachos, muchas gracias.
4.90 (720 reviews)
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Café A La Moda
Restaurant
👍👍 Excelente calidad en repostería. El Pintico estuvo muy rico . Café de especialidad excelente
4.90 (694 reviews)
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Rio Celeste y Los Teñideros
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Definitely a must-do experience. No guide necessary. It’s a long steep climb back up from the waterfall, but not a problem if you are in good shape. Highly recommend hiking to the end of the trail (past the waterfall) and seeing where the blue starts (two rivers come together and the water turns blu...
4.80 (2.8K reviews)
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La Leona Waterfall Official - Catarata La Leona Oficial
Nature preserve
👍👍 You can find and book this tour on Airbnb experience. Fantastic small group tour led by excellent local guides. Visiting La Leona Waterfall became one of the highlight of our trip. The color of water was just spectacular. This breathtaking waterfall maybe hard to get to own your own. Having a guid...
4.90 (669 reviews)
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100% Aventura
Tourist attraction
Outdoor adventure park featuring zip line canopy tours, plus ATV excursions & horseback riding.
4.80 (2.2K reviews)
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Cheesus Heredia
Restaurant
$$ $$
4.80 (2.2K reviews)
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