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San Jose
Shopping
Shopping
San Jose
Most Popular Hotels in San Jose:
1100 Airport Boulevard, 1017
Costado Este Del Centro Empresarial Forum, 1
Km.3 Autopista General Cañas, 721017
50m Norte De La Clinica, De Los Dresechandi Calle 13 Entre Avenidas 2 & 6, 10736
If you're ready to dive into the madness of a Latin American market, the best place in the city to shop is the Mercado Central at the western end of the pedestrian walkway in the downtown area. Whether you're shopping for a kilo of coffee beans or a Costa Rican football jersey, chances are you'll find what you're looking for here.
Although it's decidedly more touristy, the Mercado Artesanal in the Plaza de la Democracia is a daily artisan's market that is perfect for souvenir shoppers. Here, you'll find dozens of stalls selling tourist goods ranging from original artwork to the standard assortment of Costa Rica-themed T-shirts.
Galería Namu in downtown San José is regarded as one of the finest shops in the capital. This is the best spot to buy authentic indigenous crafts as well as contemporary Costa Rican artwork.
Shopping hours are generally Monday to Saturday 0930-2000, though it's normal for proprietors to take a one- to two-hour lunch break.
Tours of San Jose
Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Day Trip from San Jose - Starting from £52.28 per person
Central Costa Rica Valley ATV Tour - Starting from £51.67 per person
Aerial Tram Atlantic from San Jose - Starting from £54.11 per person
Manuel Antonio National Park Day Trip from San Jose - Starting from £52.28 per person
Whitewater Rafting on the Pacuare River in Costa Rica - Starting from £60.19 per person
Most Popular Hotels in San Jose:
1100 Airport Boulevard, 1017
Costado Este Del Centro Empresarial Forum, 1
Km.3 Autopista General Cañas, 721017
50m Norte De La Clinica, De Los Dresechandi Calle 13 Entre Avenidas 2 & 6, 10736
If you're ready to dive into the madness of a Latin American market, the best place in the city to shop is the Mercado Central at the western end of the pedestrian walkway in the downtown area. Whether you're shopping for a kilo of coffee beans or a Costa Rican football jersey, chances are you'll find what you're looking for here.
Although it's decidedly more touristy, the Mercado Artesanal in the Plaza de la Democracia is a daily artisan's market that is perfect for souvenir shoppers. Here, you'll find dozens of stalls selling tourist goods ranging from original artwork to the standard assortment of Costa Rica-themed T-shirts.
Galería Namu in downtown San José is regarded as one of the finest shops in the capital. This is the best spot to buy authentic indigenous crafts as well as contemporary Costa Rican artwork.
Shopping hours are generally Monday to Saturday 0930-2000, though it's normal for proprietors to take a one- to two-hour lunch break.
Although it's decidedly more touristy, the Mercado Artesanal in the Plaza de la Democracia is a daily artisan's market that is perfect for souvenir shoppers. Here, you'll find dozens of stalls selling tourist goods ranging from original artwork to the standard assortment of Costa Rica-themed T-shirts.
Galería Namu in downtown San José is regarded as one of the finest shops in the capital. This is the best spot to buy authentic indigenous crafts as well as contemporary Costa Rican artwork.
Shopping hours are generally Monday to Saturday 0930-2000, though it's normal for proprietors to take a one- to two-hour lunch break.
Tours of San Jose
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