Popular places to visit
Central Park
You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening in Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
National Theater
You can make plans for a show at National Theater on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Mercado Central
During your trip to San José, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mercado Central. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.
Hacienda Alsacia
Enjoy an outing to Hacienda Alsacia during your stay in San Isidro.
National Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Chinatown
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Friendly staff. Clean room.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Friendly staff, hotel shuttle to and from airport was so convenient!
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Barceló San José
Excellent
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
The staff was Amazing. Everyone went out of their way to make sure we had an incredible time. The food was Great (well except for the food at Bar10).
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Excelente instalaciones el personal muy amable
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
We only overnighted due to an early morning flight. Shuttle was ready and got us to the airport on time.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.
La California
Check out the restaurants, shopping and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and Asamblea Legislativa.
Barrio Escalante
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
