What To Do In Costa Rica

Browse our Costa Rica blogs to learn what to do in Costa Rica, including recommendations for the most popular Costa Rica activities, as well as ways to discover Costa Rica off the beaten path.

Costa Rica Off The Beaten Path: Where To Go And What To Do

We detail (with photos!) which destinations and beaches to pick, and things to do if you want to experience Costa Rica off the beaten path!

Alajuela, Atenas, Bajos del Toro, Beaches, Bijagua, Cahuita, Carrillo, Cartago, City Exploration, Drake Bay, Golfito, Grecia, Hot Springs, Matapalo (Osa Peninsula), National Parks, Hiking, and Walking, Nosara, Nuevo Arenal, Ojochal, Orosi, Pavones, Playa Hermosa (Central Pacific), Playa Junquillal, Playa Negra (Guanacaste), Poasito (Vera Blanca), Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, San Gerardo de Dota, San Ramon, San Vito, Santa Ana, Sarchi, Tambor, Tilaran, Turrialba, Volcanoes, Waterfalls, What To Do In Costa Rica, Where To Go In Costa Rica, Zarcero

How Much Does It Cost To Go To Costa Rica? Costs Of Activities, Hotels, Food, Transportation Services, And More!

Our helpful charts illustrate the cost to go to Costa Rica according to activities, hotels, transportation services, meals, souvenirs, and more!

Costa Rica Itinerary Planning, Food and Drink, How To Save Money In Costa Rica, Saving Money In Costa Rica, Spending Money In Costa Rica, Transportation In Costa Rica, What To Do In Costa Rica, Where To Stay In Costa Rica

200 Must-Have Experiences In Costa Rica (And Photos) In Honor Of Costa Rica’s Bicentennial

In honor of Costa Rica’s bicentennial (200-year) birthday, we compiled 100 photos and 100 top experiences to have in Costa Rica. Enjoy, amigos!

What To Do In Costa Rica

Mistico Park or Sky Walk/Adventures: Which Arenal Hanging Bridges Are The Best?

Looking for the best Arenal hanging bridges? We compare and contrast the Mistico Park bridges and the Arenal Sky Walk bridges.

Aerial Trams, Hanging Bridges (Suspension Bridges), La Fortuna (Arenal), National Parks, Hiking, and Walking, Volcanoes, Waterfalls, What To Do In Costa Rica, Where To Go In Costa Rica, Wildlife Spotting, Gardens, and Exhibits, Ziplining (Canopy Tours)

Learn About Moon Costa Rica, Our Costa Rica Guidebook Published By Moon Travel Guides!

Our Costa Rica guidebook, Moon Costa Rica, is full of tips, recommendations, photos, maps, and itineraries. Learn more!

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30 Popular Things To Do In Costa Rica And Where To Do Them

We detail the 30 most popular things to do in Costa Rica (with photos) and describe the attractions, beaches, cities, and towns that offer them!

Aerial Trams, Alajuela, Bijagua, Biking, Brasilito (Playa Conchal), Cahuita, Canyoneering, Canyoning, and Rappelling, Carrillo, Cartago, City Exploration, Dolphin Watching, Dominical, Drake Bay, Featured, Hanging Bridges (Suspension Bridges), Heredia, Herradura, Hot Springs, Jaco, La Fortuna (Arenal), Las Catalinas, Liberia, Limon, Malpais, Mangroves, Manuel Antonio (Quepos), Monteverde (Santa Elena), Montezuma, National Parks, Hiking, and Walking, Nosara, Papagayo, Plantations (Food Tours), Playa Flamingo, Playa Grande, Playa Hermosa (Central Pacific), Playa Hermosa (Guanacaste), Playas del Coco, Poasito (Vera Blanca), Puerto Jimenez, Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Rincon de la Vieja, Sailing, Samara, San Gerardo de Dota, San Jose, Santa Teresa, Sarchi, Siquirres, Snorkeling, Tamarindo, Tortuguero, Turrialba, Uvita (Bahia), Volcanoes, Waterfalls, What To Do In Costa Rica, White Water Rafting, Wildlife Spotting, Gardens, and Exhibits, Ziplining (Canopy Tours)

A List Of 50+ Costa Rica Entrance Fees: How Much It Costs To Enter National Parks, Reserves, and Refuges

We list adult and child rates for Costa Rica entrance fees to national parks, biological reserves, wildlife refuges, and other attractions!

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Best Hot Springs In Arenal: We Compare All 12 La Fortuna Hot Springs

Looking for the best La Fortuna hot springs in Arenal Costa Rica? We compare and contrast all 12 and offer discounts for hot springs passes!

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Best Hanging Bridges in Costa Rica: Comparing 4 in Arenal and Monteverde

We compare the most popular hanging bridges in Costa Rica and offer free discounts for hanging bridge tours and entrance fees!

El Castillo, Featured, Hanging Bridges (Suspension Bridges), La Fortuna (Arenal), Monteverde (Santa Elena), What To Do In Costa Rica

Best Ziplines in Costa Rica: Comparing 6 in Arenal and Monteverde

Looking for the best zipline in Costa Rica? We compare and contrast a number here, and offer free discounts for ziplining tours!

El Castillo, Featured, La Fortuna (Arenal), Monteverde (Santa Elena), What To Do In Costa Rica, Ziplining (Canopy Tours)

Pacuare River Rafting Tour: Must-Know Info From A Former River Guide

Want to experience Costa Rica’s Pacuare River rafting tour? We’ve done it 2,000+ times. Don’t miss our info and free rafting discounts!

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Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge: Know This Before You Visit

We’ve visited Costa Rica’s Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge several times. Here’s what you need to know to plan your visit, plus free Cano Negro tour discounts!