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San Jose Bites & Sights: City Walking Tour & National Museum

San José, Costa Rica

The ultimate San José combo! Taste authentic flavors at Central & Borbón markets, then dive into Costa Rica’s rich history at the National Museum. The perfect blend of food, culture, and heritage.

Cancellation policy

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Duration 5 hours

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Languages

English, Spanish

Group size

1–15 travelers

Full description

The ultimate San José combo! Taste authentic flavors at Central & Borbón markets, then dive into Costa Rica’s rich history at the National Museum. The perfect blend of food, culture, and heritage.

Unmask the beauty and culture of contemporary Costa Rican life on this San Jose walking tour. Enjoy exotic, fruits, in the Borbon Market. We’ll take a stroll through the vibrant Central Market, tasting local ice cream, Lolo Mora is over 100 years old. Seeing diverse sites the Cathedral, National Theater, the beautiful Central and Morazan parks will help you get to know the country and its rich history and from this experience. For the end visit Mr. Sloth Coffee where you will find coffees and chocolates, in this special place tasting and learn to prepare Cafe Chorreado, enjoy coffee tasting, picadillo, tamal cooked by local families and wrapped in a banana leaf, make your own plantain empanadas with cheese, try our famous Agua de Sapo make with ginger, sugar cane and lemon.

San José Bites, Sights & History: Market Food Tour & National Museum

Navigating San José’s bustling markets on your own can be overwhelming, but with an expert local guide, it becomes a rich cultural journey. We’ll take the guesswork out of your day, guiding you straight to the best hidden gems and sharing the stories behind every dish and tradition.

We’ll explore two of the city's most vibrant landmarks: Mercado Borbón and the historic San José Central Market. As you walk the lively aisles, you'll discover the secrets behind traditional handicrafts, ancient herbal remedies, and fresh tropical produce. Along the way, your palate will come alive with an array of authentic tastings—from exotic fruits and ice cream, you  are made local sweet plantain empanadas, try traditional tamal, picadillo and agua de sapo from sugar cane and ginger, coffee tasting.

The journey doesn’t end there. After satisfying your appetite, we will fast-track our way into the National Museum of Costa Rica. Housed in a historic fortress, you’ll walk through early history, see the mysterious pre-Columbian stone spheres, and uncover the roots of modern Costa Rican culture.

It’s the absolute best way for first-time visitors to taste, see, and truly understand San José in a single day!

What’s included

Included

  • Guide
  • Two Iconic Markets: Uncover the secrets of Mercado Borbón and the 120-year-old Central Market.
  • Enjoy a feast of exotic fruits, authentic empanadas, picadillo, typical tamal and local coffee.
  • Local Guide: Turn everyday city sights into an unforgettable cultural storytelling experience.
  • National Museum: Skip the lines and dive deep into Costa Rica’s history and pre-Columbian mysteries.
  • Perfect First-Stop: The ultimate introduction to San José’s food, culture, and heritage.

Not included

  • Additional food and drinks
  • Souvenirs and personal shopping
  • Tips/gratuities for your guide

Important information

Meeting point

San José, Costa Rica

Don’t forget

Not wheelchair accessible Not stroller accessible Not suitable for pets Infant seats unavailable Please Bring: wear comfortable, casual clothing for walking.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation if cancelled more than 24 hours before start. 100% charge if cancelled within 24 hours of start.

Your host

VE

Verified Local Host

With GetExperience since 2026

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