Carmen
San José
Popular places to visit
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Morazan Park
Explore the great outdoors at Morazan Park, a lovely green space in San José. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
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Parque Espana
Explore the great outdoors at Parque Espana, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the entertainment choices in this vibrant area, or seek out the local tours.
National Park
Explore the great outdoors at National Park, a lovely green space in San José. Take in the museums while you're in the area.
Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital
Though Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of San José while you are here.
National Center of Art and Culture
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at National Center of Art and Culture in San José. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
Casa Amarilla
You can learn about the history of San José when you stop by Casa Amarilla. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
![Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45968827/f031de27-540b-46bc-a7a9-ccbb29118130.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose
![Small Group Cultural Walking Tour in San Jose Costa Rica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46378170/c60bce69-c389-47e6-a2e8-bc025eaf8993.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Small Group Cultural Walking Tour in San Jose Costa Rica
![Chocolate Making and Tasting at a Local Factory in San José](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46221987/4530dd4b-0fec-44f4-b403-ad86e77cb01e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Chocolate Making and Tasting at a Local Factory in San José
![From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view, Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/664950/140f554c-ee1a-44fc-bc0e-50d2f7d36569.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view, Lunch
!["Vibrant hues and fresh flavors converge at the bustling Borbon Fruit Market, where nature's bounty awaits to tantalize the senses. #MarketMoments #FreshFinds"](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3988928/a4d92bf4-bb72-4d17-8e64-231fd78dd740.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour visit Markets
![San José: Guided Gastronomy and History Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48220426/62b69a9a-4fb8-4406-8266-9be5ef56ed95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
San José: Guided Gastronomy and History Walking Tour
Top hotels in Carmen
![Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4800/4791/143985e7_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2025
![Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15800/15745/33be8e8e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2025
![Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19255/48a4a060_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2025
![Hotel Cultura Plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44320000/44318900/44318807/0151828c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2025
![Urban Green Hotel & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68220000/68218600/68218522/6e74068c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2025
![BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67560000/67550900/67550811/2d92536a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Carmen
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Barrio Escalante
Barrio Escalante might not have many top sights, but National Park and San Pedro Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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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 neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Park or National Museum of Costa Rica.
![Passing by 3rd Street. Loved the art
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Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
![view from 3rd floor pub with awesome beers... our last night in Costa Rica #sanjose #architecture #city](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/abdf92831ceee738fb32bcc73b057a86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Chinatown
The restaurants and museums are a few reasons travelers visit Chinatown. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit National Theater and Plaza de la Cultura, a few notable attractions nearby.
![The latest war facility in Costa Rica, ironically where the army wa abolished in 1948. #sky #clouds](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0053286962ad58d985a019b1d3908252.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.
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Santa Teresa
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santa Teresa and surrounding area, you can visit Morazan Park and Mercado Central.