Catedral Travel Guide
San José





Popular places to visit

National Theater of Costa Rica
You can make plans for a show at National Theater of Costa Rica on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

National Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

Plaza de la Cultura
Find out about the history of San José when you spend time at Plaza de la Cultura. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.
Clinica Biblica Hospital
If Clinica Biblica Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of San José.
Jade Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Jade Museum during your travels in San José. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
San Jose Cathedral
After visiting San Jose Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.
Things to do

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose

Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting

ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ

Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
Top hotels in Catedral

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Great breakfast with variety. Very central for all the sights and close to many restaurants. Staff friendly and always helpful. Large rooms with rain forest showers.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026

Hotel Presidente
I stayed there for the second time after a two day trip elsewhere. My first room was good but the second one was even better. Beautiful, well furnished and spotlessly clean. I had dinner in the restaurant and although a little pricey the food was tasty and had an originality about it. The free breakfast ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026

Costa Rica Guesthouse
Loved it! All was great! Walking distance to bars, will definitely be back!
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Barceló San José
Excellent hotel. The team are very friendly, and professional. There is a lot to do at the hotel itself and it was very clean. We enjoyed the buffet for only $25 per person, and the pool area with music and bar. Price was fantastic, would def stay again.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Good location, good staff, not so good rooms, the mattess felt really bad and old
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
The room was quite spacious and very comfortable. TV has English speaking channels. Very short ride from the airport.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Catedral

La California
Check out the restaurants, shopping and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater of Costa Rica.

Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture.

Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.

Barrio Escalante
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.

Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.

San Sebastian
When in San Sebastian, you can plan a visit to Central Park and National Theater of Costa Rica, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
