Cantón Santa Cruz Travel Guide

Guanacaste

A turquoise sea with small islands and clear waters.
A coastal town with a clear view of the ocean, boats, and lush greenery.
A coastal beach with surfers and swimmers, a clear sky, and a hilly landscape with buildings.
A coastal town with a beach, boats, and a bridge.
A coastal town with a beach, mountains, and dense greenery.

Popular cities in Cantón Santa Cruz

A colorful storefront with mannequins displaying clothing and various signs advertising items like jewelry and accessories.
Tamarindo
Known for Beaches, Sea and Surfing
This former fishing village has developed into a popular destination for vacationers seeking surf breaks, a lively nightlife and coastal scenery.

Reasons to visit

  • Tamarindo Beach
  • Playa Langosta
  • Playa Róbalo
A coastal landscape with dense greenery, a bay filled with boats, and a distant island.
Cabo Velas
Known for Dining, Beaches and Relaxing
Romantic Cabo Velas is calling! Discover its beaches, dining, wildlife and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Flamingo Beach
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park
A river surrounded by dense forest and hills.
Veintisiete de Abril
Known for Dining, Beaches and Friendly people
Escape to secluded Veintisiete de Abril! Enjoy its beaches, dining and natural setting.

Reasons to visit

  • Playa Lagartillo
A coastal landscape with a beach and forested hills.
Cuajiniquil
Head to sights like Playa Azul and San Juanillo Beach as you discover Cuajiniquil.

Reasons to visit

  • Playa Azul
Silhouettes of three people on horses on a beach at sunset.
Tempate
Check out the local area in Tempate—home to attractions like Playa Potrero and Penca Beach.
An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, houses, and mountains in the background.
Santa Cruz
Known for Natural parks
Get away to Santa Cruz! Enjoy the parks and more.

Stay near popular Cantón Santa Cruz attractions