Costa Rica is a Central American country that is known for its beautiful beaches, impressive rainforests and exotic wildlife. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, an adventure seeker, or just looking to unwind in a serene environment, Costa Rica has something for all travellers. From hiking through the rugged terrain of Arenal Volcano National Park to lounging on the beach with a cocktail in hand, this destination offers a great variety of things to do in this enchanting country. Not to mention, the food is fresh and delicious, with a focus on locally sourced ingredients.
You could start your visit in the capital San Jose and experience the culture and culinary scene. Next head out and visit natural highlights such as the Osa Peninsula and Playa Ostional.
Read some of our Costa Rica travel articles mentioned below to discover where to go and for tips and inspiration. You can find yourself a top hotel using our accommodation map and also discover some fun and exciting activities that you may like on your trip. Costa Rica is full of nature and wildlife that is unique so be sure to bring your camera to help you capture some of the remarkable creatures you may see.
Articles, tips and inspiration on Costa Rica
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Costa Rica hotel map and accommodation
Find your perfect Costa Rica accommodation using this interactive map. You can search for both hotels and apartments. Use the filters to adjust your search.
Note: Please wait a moment for the map to load as well as the suggestions of places to stay. Sometimes you may also have to just move the map slightly or zoom into your desired location to see additional properties which are available.
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Top tours and activities in Costa Rica
Here are some of the best activities that you may like for Costa Rica. These are provided through our partners. You can also use the blue-button a little below where you can be more specific with your search, including adding your dates, filtering by type of tour and many more options.
Costa Rica guided and specialist tours
For guided tours and itineraries that will show you some of the best of Costa Rica then have a look on G Adventures. Here you’ll find options that will help you see and discover the rainforests, wildlife and other things that the country has to offer.
Many of the tours include accommodation, guided hikes, transport and certain meals too.
Transport
Below are services for finding transport. You can start searching for flights through a site such as Skyscanner.
Here are some other services that can help you get around, such as by using trains, buses and cars.
- RentalCars - For car hire
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