History Museums in San Jose
Top History Museums in San Jose, Costa Rica
History Museums in San Jose
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- AnnaHZAurora, CO40 contributionsWe enjoyed the temporary exhibition of Dali/Goya drawings as well as the permanent exhibit. Lots of information and artifacts, very well organized and nicely presented. The only thing I didn’t like: there was no café to have a drink and rest for a moment.Written August 3, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- CiscoTaxLexington, SC15 contributionsI took 5 teens to visit and none in our party spoke Spanish. We spent about 2 hrs. The butterfly exhibit was very well designed. The views from the top were stunning.Written August 10, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- nzkiwi99auckland80 contributionsProbably one of my favourite places on the planet. Please - never change this museum. Don't upgrade it!
It truly is a wonderful treasure, and has bought me immense joy.Written August 5, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Keith LLancashire, UK14 contributionsAmazing museum with a phenomenal collection of pre-Colombian jade artefacts. All clearly labelled in Spanish and English. Lots of context given, and interesting comparisons with contemporary jewellery and sculpture in Europe and Asia. The background music was also very atmospheric, and suited the displays well.Written December 1, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Adam MNorwich, UK106 contributionsA great place to learn about the country. We did this on day one of our trip before joining a tour. I would highly recommend. It stays with a lovely butterfly space, has ancient art, history of Costa Rica, pre Spanish , post Spanish all the way up to current - including pandemic. Don't miss the art in the old jail rooms.Written August 7, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JotumKnoxville, TN1,449 contributionsNow a small museum, this was the house of a previous president who was a medical doctor and social reformer of Costa Rica. Not a lot to see, but interesting for a few minutes and the Russian embassy is across the street.Written February 26, 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about San Jose
- These places are best for history museums in San Jose:
- Jade Museum
- Museo Nacional De Costa Rica
- Museo de Ciencias Naturales La Salle
- Museo del Jade y la Cultura Precolombina
- National Museum Of Costa Rica
- These are the best places for kid-friendly history museums in San Jose:
- Jade Museum
- Museo Nacional De Costa Rica
- Museo del Jade y la Cultura Precolombina
- National Museum Of Costa Rica
- Museo de Ciencias Naturales La Salle
- These are the best places for budget-friendly history museums in San Jose:See more budget-friendly history museums in San Jose on Tripadvisor