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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 41 attractions in San Jose
Attraction type: Other; Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 41 attractions in San Jose

Whitewater rafting class III and IV rapids on the world famous Pacuare River in Costa Rica.  Includes transportation to and from San Jose, Costa Rica to the Rio Pacuare. Pacuare River Tours Reviews 

Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 41 attractions in San Jose
Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 41 attractions in San Jose
Attraction type: Volcano; National park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 41 attractions in San Jose

A large collection of indigenous gold art.

Attraction type: Art museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 41 attractions in San Jose
Attraction type: Amusement/theme park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 41 attractions in San Jose
Attraction type: Valley
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 41 attractions in San Jose

This collection of stalls and restaurants contains the country's first ice cream vendor.

Attraction type: Flea/street market
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 41 attractions in San Jose
Attraction type: Educational site
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 41 attractions in San Jose

30 species of butterflies flutter around this magical garden.

Attraction type: Nature center
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 41 attractions in San Jose
Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 41 attractions in San Jose

Since 1897, this elegant theater has been a source of pride.

Attraction type: Historic site; Theater
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 41 attractions in San Jose

This museum displays works by local artists.

Attraction type: Art museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #14 of 41 attractions in San Jose
Attraction type: Wildlife park; Nature reserve; Hiking trail
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 41 attractions in San Jose
Attraction type: Tour; Hiking trail; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #16 of 41 attractions in San Jose

The city's largest park.

Attraction type: Park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #17 of 41 attractions in San Jose

This 19th-century building contains a well-organized exhibits on Costa Rica's history and culture.

Attraction type: History museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 41 attractions in San Jose

This modern bank building is bordered by a popular plaza.

Attraction type: Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #19 of 41 attractions in San Jose

A simple square with a gazebo donated by former Nicaraguan dictator Anastasio Somoza.

Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza; Park
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 41 attractions in San Jose

One of the capital's most pleasant spots.

Attraction type: Park
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