THE BIRD'S NEST - OUTSIDE San José, Costa Rica Highlights Tour 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)
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!
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 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 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.
