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Capital

San José

Population

5.094.118

Language

Spanish

UNESCO Heritage Sites

Travel indices

Scores based on real data from 0-100

Travel indices

Tourism

80/100

Tourist infrastructure and attractions. Based on number of attractions, quality of services, and visitor facilities.

Safety

88/100

Level of safety for tourists. Based on crime statistics, political stability, and personal security.

Travel Cost

68/100

Average travel cost index. Based on accommodation, food, transport, and activities. Lower score = more economical.

Transport

60/100

Quality of the transport system. Based on public transport, road infrastructure, and mobility options.

Internet

70/100

Quality and availability of internet connection. Based on broadband speed and public WiFi coverage.

Kindness

86/100

Hospitality towards foreign tourists. Based on traveler surveys and social behavior studies.

Environment

95/100

Environmental quality and sustainability. Based on air quality, waste management, and green policies.

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Explore Regions of Costa Rica

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7 regions

24 cities

21 attractions

Alajuela

Alajuela offers distinctive landscapes, culture and experiences in Costa Rica.

Capital: Alajuela

Temperate

Cartago

Cartago offers distinctive landscapes, culture and experiences in Costa Rica.

Capital: Cartago

Temperate

Guanacaste

Guanacaste offers distinctive landscapes, culture and experiences in Costa Rica.

Capital: Liberia

Temperate

Heredia

Heredia offers distinctive landscapes, culture and experiences in Costa Rica.

Capital: Heredia

Temperate

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Plan8 days · Jungle + Pacific
Costa Rica in 8 days
Costa Rica in 8 days: Arenal/Monteverde + Pacific (Manuel Antonio or Guanacaste). Jungle, volcano and beach without road overload.
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About 7 days covers a first visit. Add more if you want to combine several regions.

Start with the featured regions and top-rated cities on this guide. Mix coast and inland if you have time.

It depends on region and style. Check budgets on this guide.

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Safety rated 88/100. Use normal urban precautions.

Why this destination

Safe destination: score 88/100.

88Safety
68Affordable

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