Costa Rica: what to see and travel guide
Costa Rica is nature and wildlife: volcanoes like Arenal, the Monteverde cloud forests, sloths, turtles and beaches on the Caribbean and the Pacific. December to April is the dry season.
- Capital
- San José
- Continent
- North and Central America
- Cities and towns in Turi
- 74
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sept
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Main cities in Costa Rica
- San JoséCapital
- Puerto Limón
- Alajuela
- Liberia
- Paraíso
- Puntarenas
- San Isidro de El General
- Curridabat
- San Vicente
- San Vicente de Moravia
World Heritage sites in Costa Rica
Some of the places in Costa Rica on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, from the best known down:
- Area de Conservación Guanacaste World Heritage Site
- Cocos Island National Park
- Palmar Sur Archeological Excavations
- Precolumbian Chiefdom Settlements with Stone Spheres of the Diquís
What to eat in Costa Rica
- Gallo pinto
- Casado
- Tres leches
How to plan your trip
Decide how many days you have and pick two or three areas per week at most. Check your passport, entry requirements and insurance before booking, and save the places you want to see so you do not miss any.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Costa Rica?
The capital of Costa Rica is San José.
Which cities should you visit in Costa Rica?
Some of the most important cities in Costa Rica are San José, Puerto Limón, Alajuela, Liberia, Paraíso. In Turi you can mark any of its 74 cities and towns.
When is the best time to visit Costa Rica?
The best months are usually January, February, March, April, and December.
What local food should you try in Costa Rica?
Some typical dishes of Costa Rica are Gallo pinto, Casado, Tres leches.
What is there to see in Costa Rica?
Its best-known World Heritage sites include Area de Conservación Guanacaste World Heritage Site, Cocos Island National Park, Palmar Sur Archeological Excavations, Precolumbian Chiefdom Settlements with Stone Spheres of the Diquís.