Zapote Travel Guide
San José
Popular places to visit
Sabana Park
Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
National Stadium of Costa Rica
Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
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.
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.
Morazan Park
Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose
ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ
Top hotels in Zapote
Barceló San José
Very clean, efficient, value for money stay with good bars and restaurants in the area and a good pool to spend time by with nice hammocks to relax in
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Great service in all areas, highly recommended, my second time in this hotel and of course will come back again!
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
A wonderful night sleep after a long flight. Quiet, clean, comfortable, all we needed. I would stay here again. Free shuttle to and from the airport was very helpful.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
⭐⭐⭐ We had a mix of really great moments and a few that were hard to overlook. The highlights first.. because there were many. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming from the moment we arrived. We were so thankful for early check-in after a long travel day (16+ hours for me and nearly 20 ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Clean hotel, great breakfast
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Not enough staff. Takes to long to ask for anything or get a person on the phone. Hotel halls extremely long the distance from one place to another was way too much.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Zapote
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 Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater of Costa Rica 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.
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.
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.
