Catedral
San José
Popular places to visit

National Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

National Theater
You can make plans for a show at National Theater on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Plaza de la Cultura
Find out about the history of San José when you spend time at Plaza de la Cultura. Discover the fascinating museums in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.

San Jose Cathedral
You can find out about the history of San José with a trip to San Jose Cathedral. Amble around this vibrant area's beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Clinica Biblica Hospital
If Clinica Biblica Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of San José.
Jade Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Jade Museum during your travels in San José. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do

Half-Day San Jose Evening Bus Tour with Dinner and Pickup

Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose

Small Group Cultural Walking Tour in San Jose Costa Rica

San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour

San Jose : Private Custom Guided Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)

San José walking tour History, Culture and Chocolate
Top hotels in Catedral

Hotel Presidente
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Hotel Cultura Plaza
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Costa Rica Guesthouse

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Barceló San José

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Other neighbourhoods around Catedral

La California
Check out the restaurants, shopping and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.

Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture.

Barrio Escalante
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.

Zapote
Though Zapote may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Pedro Mall and Multiplaza del Este Mall.

Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Barrio Dent
Barrio Dent is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica if you have time to explore the area.