San José City Highlights Culture History Hidden Gems

Presented by Preview World

From £66.00

This tour showcases Costa Rica´s culture and history, visiting the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum and historical sites in the city of San José. For example, the National Theater´s lobby, a patriotic monument built by Costa Rican hands in 1897 also known as "The Jewel of San José". We will make stops in several points of equal importance as: the Old Train Station, the Old National Liquor Factory, Supreme Electoral Tribunal, National Congress, old Metallic Building, Central Market and some parks. In other words, an introduction to our capital city, as well as information about topics of great relevance including economy, culture, politics, religion, and current affairs in general. Your visit ends in a workshop specialized in jewelry and gold pieces, where you will receive a complementary explanation of the techniques used by our ancestors for metallurgical work.

6 hours (approx)

Instant Confirmation

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free Cancellation
Up to 24 hours in advance

Group Size: 15

  • Operates with a minimun of two passengers
  • Entrance Fee/Admission to National Gold Museum
  • Professional Bilingual Tour Guide
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Visit the lobby of National Theater
  • Tips
  • National Theater Entrance fee

Meeting point

We will pick you up in hotels located in the San Jose area and near by. The pick up time will depend on the hotel location, starting at 5:30 am until 6:00 am, so we kindly ask that you specify the place where you will be staying in your request.

End point

No end description available

Metallic Building (edificio Metalico)

45 mins

Pre-Columbian Gold Museum

45 mins

(Pass By)

– including Central Market (Mercado Central)

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– including Parque Central de San Jose

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– including Parque Espana

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– including Old Atlantic Rail Station

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– including Morazan Park

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • If you are travelling with children please let us know their ages, during the booking process.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.


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5.0 Classic City Tour with Martin & Rodrigo!

Sm73Am67, February 2026

My wife & I enjoyed this tour very much. Our guide, Martin, made this tour! His knowledge, personality only enhanced the experience. This tour is good in order to get the lay of the city. Shout out to our driver, Rodrigo, too. Driving in SJO can be a little intense, but he handled it well. This tour is a must do. Note that we actually booked this tour thru the site My Tan Feet, and they passed along a 7% discount.

Response from Host, February 2026

We’re delighted to hear that Martin’s knowledge and personality made the tour special, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. A big thank you as well to Rodrigo for safely navigating San José’s busy streets. We’re glad the tour gave you a great overview of the city and truly appreciate you mentioning My Tan Feet and the discount. We hope to welcome you back to Costa Rica again soon!

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