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    • The Bird's Nest Tour
    • The Artist Bird Tour
    • The Hungry Bird Tour
    • The Glam Bird Tour
    • The Bird's Paradise Tour
    • Saturday Favorites Tour
  • Day Trips
  • Agents & Hotels
  • Travel Planning
    • Concierge Services
    • Private Shuttle Transport
    • Gay & Lesbian Fun
    • Outside Central Valley
    • General Advice
    • Safety
    • Helpful Travel/Fun Links
  • Best of San Jose
    • The Wise Birds
    • Gallery
    • News from the Barrio
    • Tour Reviews
    • Contact Us

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Escuela Metálica San Jose Walking Tour

THE BIRD'S NEST - OUTSIDE
San José, Costa Rica Highlights Tour 
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No more than 8 per group - all participants must wear a mask

Our Most Popular Tour
Wondering what to do in San José, Costa Rica?

For our inquisitive and curious clients, this is an entertaining and informative introductory 2-hour tour of the best things to do in San Jose with more than
40 stops, no more than 8 people per group. (book private group)
Things to Do San Jose Costa Rica
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Highlights:
  • National Theater 
  • National Cathedral 
  • National Post Office 
  • Parque Morazan
  • Plaza de la Democracia 
  • Restored historic 100+ yr. old homes & commercial spaces 
  • Public art & galleries
  • Sites customized to your personal interests  

Overview:  
This tour will wind through the walkways and parks of downtown San Jose, Costa Rica. We will see the best places to visit in San Jose, including our favorite, secret spots.   

We are a team of guides committed to downtown culture and revitalization, and we will share our insider knowledge with you. We like to offer dining and entertainment suggestions, and introduce you to local business and community leaders we meet along the way.   

We'll discuss current issues affecting the daily lives of Costa Ricans and Costa Rica on a global scale. Using a mix of current events, historic photography and sites, we will give you an educated impression of the country that goes beyond a typical tourist experience.   

During our tour of downtown San Jose we might run into protests, concerts, public art demonstrations, religious ceremonies or old friends! 
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San José Sightseeing Essentials
Difficulty: Easy, 2 mile walk, comfortable walking shoes, no heels 

What to Bring: Water, sunscreen, umbrella (May – November) 

When: Monday – Sunday *rain or shine

​Start: 10:15 a.m. or 2:30 p.m.  
Finish: 12:15 p.m. or 4:30 p.m.
​*special start times by request 
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Cost: 
Adults - $32 - ₡19,000  
Students $20 ₡12,000 (cash only with ID) *minimum 2 people
12 and under $10, ₡6000 
Cash payments accepted day of tour
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Book groups larger than 5.
- Essential Intro to San Jose -
"Friendly and informative. With only one day in San Jose I would never have found the places the guide showed us. Great value for money. I'm so glad I contacted Barrio Bird Tours."
- scubachild59, TripAdvisor
Location:
Parque Morazan, underneath the temple (9.935441, -84.075420). This park is
​in front of the Holiday Inn Aurola. The tours finish within 4 blocks of this park.  ​
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