Canton of Nicoya Travel Guide

Guanacaste

A beach with horses running along the shore, boats in the water, and driftwood on the sand.
A rocky shoreline with moss-covered rocks and a sunset over the water.
A person riding a bicycle with a cart attached, pulling it along a dirt path with a fence and trees in the background.
A boat with six birds on it, parked on a beach with the ocean in the background.
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Popular cities in Canton of Nicoya

Nosara
Known for Beaches, Surfing and Yoga
Experience the surfing, beaches and jungle in Nosara!

Reasons to visit

  • Playa Pelada
  • Guiones Beach
  • Frog Pad
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Sámara
Known for Beaches, Relaxing and Sea
Get away to secluded Sámara! Enjoy the beaches, snorkelling and coral reefs.

Reasons to visit

  • Samara Beach
  • Playa Barrigona
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Nicoya
Known for Natural parks, Monuments and Museums
Nicoya is calling! Discover its parks, monuments, museums and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Recaredo Briceno Park
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San Antonio
Venture to sights like Samara Trails as you discover the local area in San Antonio.
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Belén de Nosarita
Venture to Samara Beach and Playa Barrigona—just two of the sights around Belén de Nosarita.
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Mansión
Check out the local area in Mansión as you venture to sights like Barra Honda National Park.
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Stay near popular Canton of Nicoya attractions

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Samara Beach

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If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Samara Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sámara. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.
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