Santa Lucia Travel Guide
San José
Visit Santa Lucia
Popular places to visit
Central Park
You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening in Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the 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.
National Theater
You can make plans for a show at National Theater on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Mercado Central
During your trip to San José, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mercado Central. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.
Hacienda Alsacia
Enjoy an outing to Hacienda Alsacia during your stay in San Isidro.
Things to do
Zip Line, Rappel, Hiking La Carpintera Tour in San Jose
Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ
Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo
Top hotels in Santa Lucia
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hotel and room was clean and convenient to the airport.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Very nice hotel
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
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Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Super nice, very friendly staff, clean. We will definitely return!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Room was good, staff very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Barceló San José
Excellent place
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Lucia
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
San Bosco
While San Bosco isn't home to many top sights, Museum of Costa Rican Art and Sabana Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Merced
If you're spending some time in Merced, Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón are top sights worth seeing.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and Jade Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Teresa
While there might not be top attractions in Santa Teresa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Spirogyra Butterfly Garden and Mercado Central.
