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San Jose By Night Sights and Culture Walking Tour with Local Dinner and Drinks
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San Jose By Night Sights and Culture Walking Tour with Local Dinner and Drinks

by Intrepid Urban Adventures - Latin America

4 hours
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4 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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2 adults × $72.03
All taxes and fees included

Overview

This San Jose By Night Sights and Culture Walking Tour with Local Dinner and Drinks lasts about four hours and takes place in the evening. The tour begins at Morazan Park near the Templo de la Música, where the guide provides information about Costa Rica’s post-colonial history and introduces the local nightlife. The group then walks to Parque España, surrounded by historical buildings including the Metálico Building, Las Acacias House, the Vitalize Madrigal School, the Aurora Holliday Inn Hotel, the Jiménez de la Guardia House, and the Maroy Building. At the northeast corner of Parque España, the tour stops to view Casa Amarilla, a colonial-style building housing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The route continues past the new Legislative Assembly building, the seat of Costa Rica’s unicameral legislature. On the way to Barrio Escalante, the group passes by National Park. The tour spends about twenty minutes exploring Barrio Escalante, a neighborhood known for its recent transformation and vibrant atmosphere. The evening concludes with approximately one hour at a local restaurant popular with residents. Participants enjoy a traditional Costa Rican dinner made with local ingredients, accompanied by two drinks chosen from sangria, local beer, or a non-alcoholic option. Throughout the tour, the guide shares insights into San Jose’s culture, dining, nightlife, and sightseeing. The tour is suitable for guests aged six and older, with alcohol served only to those aged eighteen and above. Vegetarian and gluten-free dietary options are available upon request with at least 24 hours’ notice.

Highlights

Evening guided walking tour of San Jose
Visit Morazan Park and Parque España
See Casa Amarilla and Legislative Assembly building
Pass National Park en route to Barrio Escalante
Enjoy traditional Costa Rican dinner with two drinks
Receive local tips on dining and nightlife

What's included

Get recommendations for restaurants, nightlife, and places to see
See important landmarks and walk through lively districts
Try a regional beer and understand how locals drink it
Explore San Jose’s cultural and historical aspects at night
Participate in a guided night walking tour of San Jose led by a local guide
Have two beverages — sangria, local beer, or a non-alcoholic drink
Eat a typical Costa Rican meal prepared with local products

What's not included

Gratuities
Additional food and drinks

Itinerary

1

Morazan Park

The tour starts at Parque Morazán near the Templo de la Música. The guide discusses Costa Rica’s post-colonial history and introduces the local nightlife scene as the group walks around.

15 min

2

Parque Espana

Parque Morazán is surrounded by several important historical buildings and public places, including the Metálico Building, Las Acacias House, Vitalize Madrigal School, Aurora Holliday Inn Hotel, Jiménez de la Guardia House, Maroy Building, and Parque España itself.

15 min

3

Casa Amarilla at Parque España

At the northeast corner of Parque España, the group views Casa Amarilla, a colonial-style house that serves as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

4

Legislative Assembly Building

The tour passes the new building of the Legislative Assembly, which houses Costa Rica’s unicameral legislature.

5

National Park Drive-by

On the way to Barrio Escalante, the tour passes by the National Park.

6

Barrio Escalante

This neighborhood has become one of the trendiest areas in San Jose, known for its lively atmosphere.

20 min

7

Local Dinner

The evening ends with about one hour at a local restaurant popular with residents. Guests enjoy a contemporary traditional Costa Rican meal accompanied by sangria, local beer, or a non-alcoholic drink, completing the local experience.

60 min

Meeting point

Morazan Park at the The Temple of Music

End point

Aguizotes Gastropub

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–12 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
Participants must be at least 6 years old
Minimum age to drink wine is 18 years
Vegetarian and gluten-free options can be provided if requested 24 hours before the tour; no other dietary requirements can be accommodated
Total
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