San Jose Walking and Food Tour
Awaken your taste buds on this flavorful walking tour of San Jose. Start the morning off right with an aromatic cup of Costa Rican coffee when you meet your local guide at the local Mercado El Registro. Explore the stalls of this traditional market and discover the agricultural history of the produce and medicinal products you see. Sample fresh tropical fruit and see a side of San Jose known only by locals and not found in guidebook. Your next stop is the historic Central Market, which has been providing fresh produce and local goods to San Jose residents since 1882. Wander through the maze of vendor stalls and sample from the incredible variety of fresh produce and other Costa Rican kitchen specialties while your guide discusses the history of the market. Finish your tour with a visit to a local cantina to taste traditional snacks and drinks another cup of rich Costa Rican coffee. You can then continue to explore the market and shop for tasty treasures on your own.
Highlights
- ✓Group numbers are capped for a personalized small-group experience
- ✓Explore the city on foot with a local guide who shares insider knowledge
- ✓Your guide leads the way, so you don't have to navigate
- ✓Stop frequently to snap photos on foot without the hassle of parking
What you'll see & do
- ✓We will meet in front of the National Theatre, one of the most beautiful buildings in Costa Rica with great importance to the cultural and historical aspect of the country.
- ✓Right in the heart of San José, you will hear all about a famous costarican tenor Manuel Salazar Zúñiga known as Melico Salazar.
- ✓Passing by and getting know the history of the Cathedral just can`t be missed.
- ✓From here, we’ll take a stroll through the vibrant market Mercado El Registro, tasting local fresh fruits while learning about the agricultural history of the area.
- ✓Your San Jose market tour continues along local roads towards the Central Market. Seeing the diverse sites of these markets will help you get to know the country and its rich history.
- ✓Central Post anSan José. This architectural gem has been an iconic part of our capital's urban landscape since its inauguration in October 1917. To this day, the Central Post and Telegraph Building has faithfully witnessed Costa Rica's evolution into a free, independent, and democratic nation.d Telegraph Building
- ✓We will pass by the Steinvorth Building that is considered one of the main architectural jewels of the Costa Rican capital, where the European aesthetic current of that time is combined with the nascent architectural modernity that prevailed in the cities of North America. It is considered an architectural heritage of the country since 1999. Here you will have a chance to sip a coffee or a beer.
- ✓We will end our tour at Plaza de la Cultura that is close to the main National Theater of Costa Rica.
What's included
- ✓Enjoy artisan ice cream
- ✓Take a hands-on lesson on exotic plants, fruits, vegetables
- ✓Discover colourful markets: Mercado El Registro and Central Market
- ✓See a side of San Jose known only by locals with a Local English speaking guide
- ✓Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
- ✓Savor several tasty seasonal samplings and sample local drink (Fresco)
What's not included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓Additional food and drinks
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a child friendly Tour.
This Tour can accommodate vegetarians and other dietary restrictions. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests.
Small Group or private option available.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
San Jose Walking and Food Tour
Awaken your taste buds on this flavorful walking tour of San Jose. Start the morning off right with an aromatic cup of Costa Rican coffee when you meet your local guide at the local Mercado El Registro. Explore the stalls of this traditional market and discover the agricultural history of the produce and medicinal products you see. Sample fresh tropical fruit and see a side of San Jose known only by locals and not found in guidebook. Your next stop is the historic Central Market, which has been providing fresh produce and local goods to San Jose residents since 1882. Wander through the maze of vendor stalls and sample from the incredible variety of fresh produce and other Costa Rican kitchen specialties while your guide discusses the history of the market. Finish your tour with a visit to a local cantina to taste traditional snacks and drinks another cup of rich Costa Rican coffee. You can then continue to explore the market and shop for tasty treasures on your own.
Highlights
- ✓Group numbers are capped for a personalized small-group experience
- ✓Explore the city on foot with a local guide who shares insider knowledge
- ✓Your guide leads the way, so you don't have to navigate
- ✓Stop frequently to snap photos on foot without the hassle of parking
What you'll see & do
- ✓We will meet in front of the National Theatre, one of the most beautiful buildings in Costa Rica with great importance to the cultural and historical aspect of the country.
- ✓Right in the heart of San José, you will hear all about a famous costarican tenor Manuel Salazar Zúñiga known as Melico Salazar.
- ✓Passing by and getting know the history of the Cathedral just can`t be missed.
- ✓From here, we’ll take a stroll through the vibrant market Mercado El Registro, tasting local fresh fruits while learning about the agricultural history of the area.
- ✓Your San Jose market tour continues along local roads towards the Central Market. Seeing the diverse sites of these markets will help you get to know the country and its rich history.
- ✓Central Post anSan José. This architectural gem has been an iconic part of our capital's urban landscape since its inauguration in October 1917. To this day, the Central Post and Telegraph Building has faithfully witnessed Costa Rica's evolution into a free, independent, and democratic nation.d Telegraph Building
- ✓We will pass by the Steinvorth Building that is considered one of the main architectural jewels of the Costa Rican capital, where the European aesthetic current of that time is combined with the nascent architectural modernity that prevailed in the cities of North America. It is considered an architectural heritage of the country since 1999. Here you will have a chance to sip a coffee or a beer.
- ✓We will end our tour at Plaza de la Cultura that is close to the main National Theater of Costa Rica.
What's included
- ✓Enjoy artisan ice cream
- ✓Take a hands-on lesson on exotic plants, fruits, vegetables
- ✓Discover colourful markets: Mercado El Registro and Central Market
- ✓See a side of San Jose known only by locals with a Local English speaking guide
- ✓Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
- ✓Savor several tasty seasonal samplings and sample local drink (Fresco)
What's not included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓Additional food and drinks
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a child friendly Tour.
This Tour can accommodate vegetarians and other dietary restrictions. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests.
Small Group or private option available.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.