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Heredia Province, Barva, Costa Rica

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Barva

Dive into the colorful charm of Barva, Costa Rica, where every corner bursts with life! Stroll through vibrant markets, savor fresh coffee, and gaze at stunning volcanic landscapes. Don't miss the enchanting cloud forests—perfect for a magical hike! Friendly locals and lively festivals make this hidden gem an unforgettable playground for adventurers and nature lovers alike!

Recommendations

Outdoor4.5/5

Barva Volcano

Culture4.6/5

Museum of Popular Culture

Nestled in Heredia, the Museum of Popular Culture showcases Costa Rica's rich heritage through vibrant exhibits of folk art, music, and traditions, making it an essential stop for anyone wanting to experience the country's cultural treasures.

Culture4.6/5

Catholic church of St. Bartholomew the Apostle

Outdoor4.4/5

Barva Central Park

Landmark4.7/5

Ganadera América

Outdoor4.6/5

Canopy Adventure Volcan Barva

Landmark4.6/5

Casa de la Música, Barva

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Landmark

Urbanización la gruta

Outdoor4.3/5

Cementerio Municipal de Barva

Culture4.6/5

Iglesia de San Pedro

Eat$$$4.7/5

La Lluna de Valencia

Cafe$$$4.7/5

I Love Chicharrón CR

Drink4.4/5

Bar Herradura

Drink$$4.3/5

Bar BCB Calidad Barveña

Eat4.6/5

Diphysa

Eat$$$4.6/5

Sushi Gojan

Eat4.4/5

Bar Fonda mi Viejo

Eat$$4.6/5

Panadería Barveña

Eat$$$4.6/5

Pizzería artesanal bella luna

Eat$$$4.7/5

La Esquina de Buenos Aires

La Esquina de Buenos Aires, located behind the beautiful Iglesia Nuestra Señora de la Soledad in Soledad, San José, Costa Rica, is a hidden gem for travelers looking for a taste of Argentina. With its lively atmosphere, delicious empanadas and mouthwatering steaks, this cozy spot will transport you to the vibrant streets of Buenos Aires. Don't miss out on this carnivorous paradise!

Stays

Stay$$$4.8/5

Cabaña Mountain View

<h2>Elegant Accommodation</h2> Cabaña Mountain View in Heredia offers a chalet with one bedroom, a living room, and a bathroom. Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. <h2>Comfortable Amenities</h2> The property features a kitchenette, patio, and outdoor furniture. Additional amenities include a barbecue, tea and coffee maker, refrigerator, microwave, TV, and free toiletries. <h2>Convenient Services</h2> Cabaña Mountain View provides a paid airport shuttle service, daily housekeeping, picnic area, and tour desk. Free on-site private parking is available. <h2>Scenic Views</h2> Guests appreciate the location with mountain and garden views. Hiking opportunities enhance the stay. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 24 km away.

Stay3.9/5

Hotel Monte Campana

Offering views of the Central Valley, Hotel Montecampana is located in Santa Barbara. Surrounded by attractive gardens, it features an outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant. Each simply decorated room, suite and bungalow at the Hotel Montecampana has a fan and cable TV. Bungalows come with a kitchenette and a seating area. Guests can enjoy a range of Costa Rican and international cuisine in the Montecampana’s restaurant. You can schedule activities such as canopy, paintball, rope bridges, Tarzan rappelling and ATV tour. These can be purchased at the hotel reception at an additional charge.

Stay3.5/5

Hotel de Montaña El Portico

Stay5/5

Dream Homes Vacaciones

Stay4.7/5

Cabaña Antares

Stay4.6/5

Fox Hole

Stay4.5/5

Cabañas Las Ardillas

Things To Do
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Small Group Half Day Guided Tour Visit to Poas Volcano

The most complete and relaxed tour to Poás Volcano and its surroundings. No rush, no crowds—just a small group of up to 5 participants. I’ll take care of everything, from picking you up at your hotel in San José, Heredia, or Alajuela, to booking tickets and selecting each stop. You just relax and enjoy the day. What’s included A visit to a scenic coffee shop on a plantation with beautiful views and top-quality brews Entry to Poás Volcano National Park, recently reopened after a period of intense volcanic activity Stop at a local souvenir shop with tastings of artisanal cheese, wine, and fresh cream Lunch at Fredo Fresas, the most iconic restaurant in the area for traditional Costa Rican food cooked with firewood Visit to the Starbucks Coffee Farm, the only one in the world open to the public, with a café offering exclusive brewing techniques and breathtaking mountain views Food cost not included 100% refund guarantee if you cancel

$127.00
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5/5
144 h

Costa Rica - Private Tour Experience

We are here for all your travel needs in Costa Rica. Enjoy an exclusive private tour experience. Includes: private transportation, excursions, hotels and private guide.

$2,500.00
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5/5
1 h 30 mins

Self Guided Audio Walking Tour of San Jose Highlights

Discover the highlights of San Jose, Costa Rica on this self-guided walk that takes you to the most interesting monuments, buildings, museums and tells you their stories. This tour is the perfect introduction to the city for first time visitors. You will learn how coffee culture shaped this city, hear the surprising story behind the national monument and find out what different museums have to offer. On this tour you will discover 12 different spots and end at a market. You can decide which spots you want to enter and explore further and pause wherever you wish to.

$5.50
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5/5

Private La Paz Waterfall Gardens & Starbucks Alsacia Coffee Tour

This private tour blends the natural wonders of Costa Rica with its rich coffee culture. Explore the stunning La Paz Waterfall Gardens, where lush trails, cascading waterfalls, and vibrant wildlife, including toucans, monkeys, and jaguars, bring the rainforest to life. Then, visit Starbucks Alsacia Coffee Farm to learn sustainable coffee farming practices and enjoy a freshly brewed cup with breathtaking mountain views. Perfectly balancing education, adventure, and scenic beauty, this immersive experience connects you with the heart and soul of Costa Rica, making it ideal for families, couples, and travelers seeking unforgettable memories in one remarkable day.

$250.00
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5/5

Poás Volcano with Coffee Tour from San Jose Costa Rica

The Poás National Park offers a safe and controlled visit so that you can enjoy a beautiful experience. Join us on a journey to uncover the secrets of Volcán Poás and explore the wonder it brings to the Costa Rican landscape. This is a more personalized experience.

$310.00
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5/5
240 h

10 Days: Costa Rica Pure Nature

For a small country of just 51,100 square kilometers, it has much to offer. There is so much to see and do in Costa Rica. View towards different exotic birds as the walk through green tropical forests, fascinating to obtain a surprising amount of wildlife and marine species, relax in the spectacular beaches of surround sound with adventure.  Program includes: Accommodation for 9 nights  2 Nights in San Jose  3 Nights in Corcovado National Park   2 Nights in Arenal Volcano - La Fortuna   2 Nights in Monteverde Cloudforest   Meals as per itinerary (9 Breakfast -  5 lunches - 4 dinner)  Professional Bilingual guide   Comfortable air conditioning vehicle throughout the itinerary   Domestic flights San Jose / Corcovado / San Jose  Boat transfers airstrip / lodge / Airstrip All taxes

$3,995.00
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5/5
9 h

Waterfall Hiking Tour Vara Blanca

Beautiful and amazing place to visit, get adventurous between the green mountains and big waterfalls. Come join the hiking adventure!

$260.00
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5/5
8 h

San Jose Art and Heritage City Tour with Sunset and Dinner

San Jose Complete: Art, History and Dinner with Panoramic View Discover the best of San Jose on this combined tour, a great value experience that will take you around the city’s most iconic landmarks in one day. We will start at the Museum of Costa Rican Art, where you will tour its impressive exhibitions and the majestic Golden Hall, a hand-carved masterpiece that narrates the history of the country. Then, we will explore the city on foot, visiting emblematic places such as the National Theatre, the Central Market, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Congress of the Republic and the historic Ammon Quarter. To close with a golden clasp, we will climb to the best viewpoint in San Jose to admire a spectacular sunset. Finally, we will enjoy an all-inclusive dinner in an exclusive atmosphere and, if you book Thursday or Friday, you will live a typical Costa Rican show at no additional cost. A must-see tour that combines art, history and culture. Book now!

$148.65
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5/5
7 h

Rain Forest Aerial Tram Private Tour from San Jose

The Rain Forest Aerial Tram is an unique rain forest experience where you can admire the jungle from the same perspective of the birds. With the narration of your guide, learn all about the ecosystem and wildlife species present at this pristine forest. The cable car, built in the 90s by a biologist and researcher of the flora and fauna of the treetops, allows a 1-mile journey over the tropical rain forest. The beauty of nature is impressive and with the narration of the local naturalist guides, it becomes a true educational experience. The park is located at less than one hour from San Jose and besides the tram, you can enjoy diverse ecological experiences such a butterfly garden, nature walks, souvenir store and a restaurant. Our tour is operated in a 100% private basis, with high quality transportation services and a professional naturalist tour guide that will pick you up directly from your hotel.

$285.00
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5/5
10 h

Private Zipline Canopy Tour & Horseback Riding from San Jose

Enjoy an exclusive tour that combines 2 adventure activities in 1. Our tour is operated on a 100% private basis, with high quality transportation services and a professional naturalist tour guide who will pick you up directly from your hotel. The tour operates in the Sarapiqui region, which is located in the Caribbean and just 2 hours away from the capital city. We will cross the beautiful Braulio Carrillo National Park, with its impressive rainforest, multiple rivers and waterfalls. Once we arrive at our operations center, we will begin with the zipline canopy tour adventure. Enjoy 9 zip lines immersed in the forest of Sarapiquí. The zipline ends with a 900 ft cable crossing the beautiful Sarapiquí River canyon. After the canopy tour, enjoy a horseback ride through the tropical forest accompanied by an expert rider. At the end of the 2 adventures, a delicious lunch awaits you before beginning the journey back to your hotel.

$335.00
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5/5
9 h

Zipline Canopy & Whitewater Rafting Tour. Private tour

Your breath-taking adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel and a relaxing private drive through the wonderful Costa Rican countryside on an air-conditioned deluxe transportation. Your private professional naturalist tour guide will take you to Sarapiqui Region, where the 2 activities, rafting + zipline canopy tour will take place at Hacienda Pozo Azul. The tour will start with the explanation of the equipment and the safety instructions. Afterwards, you will go into the rapids and paddle your way through Costa Rica's jungle scenery. The rapids are changing all the time and you will be swept along on the rapids, with some big waves in between. The guides are experts and know exactly where to go and how to navigate these rivers. After it, experience the zipline canopy tour, with 9 zip lines and 11 platforms on the tree tops. Enjoy a unique perspective of the forest as you glide over the beautiful Costa Rican landscape. After the tours, enjoy a delicious lunch.

$335.00
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5/5
6 h

Poás Volcano and Starbucks Coffee Tasting Semi Private Tour

Visit Poás Volcano's massive crater and stop at Starbucks' Hacienda Alsacia coffee farm for an included coffee tasting. Includes an expert guide and transport from San José. Perfect for nature and coffee lovers. Discover Costa Rica's most iconic natural wonder and world-class coffee culture in one unforgettable day. Journey from San José to Poás Volcano National Park, home to one of Earth's largest active volcanic craters at 2,708 meters above sea level. Begin your journey venturing into the mystical cloud forest, where trails lead to breathtaking viewpoints of the turquoise acidic lagoon and steaming fumaroles. Visit serene Botos Lagoon, a pristine crater lake surrounded by lush vegetation. Your expert bilingual guide shares fascinating insights about volcanic geology, coffee cultivation, and local biodiversity throughout the journey. With comfortable round-trip transportation and small group sizes, this tour perfectly balances adventure, education, and authentic Costa Rican culture.

$135.00
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5/5
4 h

Private Cultural Walk in Historic San José

This private walking tour reveals the cultural heritage and historic character of San José, the vibrant capital of Costa Rica. Explore a city shaped by centuries of transformation, where architectural landmarks, cultural institutions, and historic districts reflect a rich legacy of progress and tradition. Your experienced guide will share fascinating insights into San José’s history, architectural heritage, and enduring cultural significance. Admire historic buildings, elegant public spaces, and landmarks that showcase the city’s evolution through the centuries. Rooted in traditions that long predate the modern era, San José offers an inspiring journey through the cultural influences and historical milestones that helped shape Costa Rica. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

$349.00
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5/5
10 h

Irazu Volcano, small towns and Hot Springs. Private Tour

Your breath-taking adventure begins with a private pickup from your hotel and a relaxing drive through the wonderful Costa Rican countryside in air-conditioned deluxe transportation. Discover the beautiful province of Cartago, the former capital city of Costa Rica, with our professional naturalist tour guide. At the volcano, a short walk will take you to the main crater, with some free time to take lots of pictures. Later, visit the Orosi Valley, a land surrounded by rainforest and lush vegetation, that transports our visitors to experience nature and relax at the Hot Springs of Hacienda Orosi. Immerse yourself in one of the 7 thermal mineral water pools, explore the hacienda and its trails, visit the farm with many animals and taste a delicious lunch. The Hacienda also produce specialty coffee processed with thermo mineral water. After enjoy all this, return to your hotel in San Jose.

$250.00
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5/5
48 h

2 Day Pacuare River Rafting and Hiking Tour

This tour is one of the Top River Adventures in Costa Rica. Pacuare River is considered a world class river for the practice of whitewater rafting, even for beginners or professionals who need practice for international tournaments. It is located about 2.5 hours from San Jose. This scenic ride from San Jose is just spectacular, with beautiful views of rainforest and small villages along the way. The lodge, where you will stay overnight is enchanting. It is located right in the middle of a pristine rainforest. The rooms are rustic but have all the comfort for living a deep nature encounter. Paved trails are available to all those who want to explore the area and see the abundant wildlife species of the area such as howler monkeys, toucans, sloths and many more.

$375.00
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5/5
9 h

Rafting and Horseback Riding Combo. Private Tour

Your breath-taking, adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel and a relaxing private drive through the wonderful Costa Rican countryside on an air-conditioned deluxe transportation. Your private professional naturalist tour guide will take you to Sarapiqui Region, where the 2 activities, rafting + horseback riding will take place at Hacienda Pozo Azul. The tour will start with the explanation of the equipment and the safety instructions. Afterwards, you will go into the rapids and paddle your way through Costa Rica's jungle scenery. The rapids are changing all the time and you will be swept along on the rapids, with some big waves in between. The guides are experts and know exactly where to go and how to navigate these rivers. After the rafting tour, experience the horseback ride, that will takes you along the Sarapiqui River and the farm for an hour and 30 minutes accompanied by a professional horse rider After the tours, enjoy a delicious lunch.

$335.00
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5/5
10 h

2 in 1 Volcano Irazu + San Jose City Tour

Just one hour and ten minutes from San José we have the beautiful Irazú volcano, one of the highest and most active volcanoes in Costa Rica, cataloged as one of the most beautiful and impressive on the planet.  We will be able to walk through one of the 3 main craters, and after the tour we will go to the highest point of the National Park, which is also the second highest point in Costa Rica, then we will descend the volcano to visit the most important church in Costa Rica. We know a little about the architecture and the different constructions that the structure has had.  Then our guide will take you directly to the city of San José. Discover San José like never before, we are the only operators that give you the opportunity to integrate and really get to know the culture of Costa Rica on a city tour. We combine the walking tour and guarantee maximum benefit from the experience while also having all the comforts of tourist transportation.

$187.10
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5/5
6 h

Day Trip from San Jose to Braulio Carrillo Canopy Tour

Enjoying safely through a series of cable systems that move through a big extension of a virgin forest, it motivates us throughout the tour to enjoy about the flora and fauna of this majestic environment. We have cables between 50 to 550 meters long at the points with more adrenaline. In these tours you can enjoy full views of the Braulio Carrillo National Park Our platforms are located on bases with heights from 3 to 106 meters high, some of them in trees and on land bases depending of the attraction and adventure points. Adventure time: 2:00 hrs. Suitable for people from 4 years and up. You should wear comfortable clothes which you do not mind getting dirty. Most of our guests do these activities wearing shorts, T-shirts and tennis

$179.00
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5/5
2 h

Explore San José Walking Tour with National Theatre Access

As you explore this enchanting city, you'll discover a perfect blend of old-world charm and modern vibrancy. Your knowledgeable guides will lead you through the streets, sharing captivating histories and transporting you back in time. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the National Theater, a true masterpiece showcasing artistic brilliance. Admire its neoclassical façade, intricate details, and breathtaking murals that bring the culture to life. Allow us to be your guide, your storyteller, and your companion as we unlock the secrets of this mesmerizing destination. Book your tour today. San Jose is waiting to capture your heart!

$50.00
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4.9/5

San Jose Bike & Bites Ride

Experience San Jose in a unique way, visiting historical landmarks, parks, and neighborhoods. Taste some local flavors while you get to know the city. San Jose is the heart of our Nation and the best way to discover it is on two wheels, with zero emissions, and lots of emotions. The tour includes an experienced bilingual guide during the 2-hour bicycle ride, empanadas, and specialty coffee brewed by a local barista. It also includes an urban bike and a helmet.

$59.00
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