San Jose - Getting Around

Most Popular Hotels in San Jose:
Km.3 Autopista General Cañas, 721017
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd, 1017
Costado Este Del Centro Empresarial Forum, 1
50m Norte De La Clinica, De Los Dresechandi Calle 13 Entre Avenidas 2 & 6, 10736
 
 




Public Transport

San José has an extensive network of public buses, though unfortunately it's confusing and at times daunting if you don't speak Spanish. As a result, most visitors prefer to take taxis, or even huff it on foot around the city centre. However, if you feel like braving the public buses, destinations and prices are posted on the front windshield. Although there are few formal bus stops in the city, do as the locals do and queue up along major routes.

The most useful line is the bus that runs from Parque La Sabana to San Juan de Dios Hospital along Paseo Colón and then Avenida 2. Buses heading to Los Yoses and San Pedro also run along Avenida 2 and then Avenida Central.

Special tickets and passes are not available for visitors, though this isn't a problem as bus fare is extremely cheap. Public transport generally operates between 0500-2200. However, it is safer to take a taxi during early morning and late night hours.

Taxis

Taxis can be hailed on the street, or you can go to the stands at either the Parque Nacional, Parque Central or near the Teatro Nacional. Although not using a meter is illegal, drivers will often leave it off in an attempt to charge you more. Generally speaking, cab fare is cheap, so be firm and don't let anyone take advantage of you. Note that there is a 20% surcharge after 2200.

Car Hire

Hire cars are available from Avis (tel: 293 2222; website: www.avis.co.cr), Budget (tel: 436 2000; website: www.budget.co.cr) and Hertz (tel: 221 1818; website: www.costaricarentacar.net).

Tours of San Jose


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