Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a Central American nation renowned for its rainforests, biodiversity, and commitment to sustainability.

Did you know Costa Rica abolished its military in 1949 and has remained one of the world's longest peacetime democracies?

Explore 10 cities and find local places in Costa Rica.

Interesting cities in Costa Rica

Pick a city to see what is worth visiting, what is new, and where locals eat, stay and go out.

San José is Costa Rica's bustling capital, a central hub of museums, coffee culture and easy access to the...

La Fortuna sits at the foot of the perfectly conical Arenal Volcano, surrounded by hot springs and rainforest.

Monteverde is a misty cloud forest town famed for hanging bridges, zip-lining and rare quetzal birds.

Tamarindo is a laid-back Pacific surf town known for its golden beach and lively sunset scene.

Liberia is the gateway to Guanacaste's beaches and dry tropical forests in Costa Rica's sunny northwest.

Jacó is a buzzing Pacific beach town popular for surfing, nightlife and easy access from the capital.

Quepos is the gateway to Manuel Antonio National Park, where rainforest meets pristine Pacific beaches.

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca is a laid-back Caribbean coast town with Afro-Caribbean culture and reggae rhythms.

Tortuguero is a remote canal-laced rainforest village famous as a major sea turtle nesting site.

Puntarenas is a sandy Pacific port city serving as the launch point for gulf island tours and cruises.

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