Central Valley travel information

The Central Valley in which San José, Costa Rica's Capital City, finds itself is the central nervous system of the country. Government, finance and economic sectors all headquarters is at San José. 

Similar to other Central American cities, San José, Capital of Costa Rica is a place full of contrasts, where tourists will find a different environment in every corner. In the heart of the city, the Avenida Central (Central Avenue) is a pedestrian boulevard extending west of the Plaza de la Cultura (Culture Square), a place where races and cultures from around the world get together to spend the afternoon and watch people passing by. 

San Jose, is located at an altitude of 2,900' feet above sea level providing it with an idyllic climate, with temperature that vary from the mid-70's during the day to about 60 at night, with a rainy season that lasts from May to October. During the rainy season, showers fall primarily during the afternoon hours and produce refreshing breezes.

About 60% of Costa Rica's population lives in the Central Valley. The city offers a variety of sights and one day tours can be taken.

Major Attractions: National Museum, Jade Museum, Gold Museum, National Theater, Braulio Carrillo National Park, Poas Volcano National Park, Irazu Volcano National Park, Sarchi Oxcart, Shopping centers and much more...

Activities available: Half and full day tours as: InBioPark, Butterfly Farm, Pacific Island Cruise, White Water Rafting; Night life, Restaurant, bars, etc...