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The Top 20 Attractions in Alajuela

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Alajuela. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Alajuela is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: October 29, 2025

Río Celeste Waterfall

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Rio Celeste waterfall if one of the nicest in CR. Hike is not hard unless it's raining. Be ready for everything as weather can change fast. Early morning visit is …

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Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

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3km path through beautiful nature, past a waterfall and over 6 suspension bridges. The entrance fee is $ 26 per person. (as of 2019). If you're lucky and / or …

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Caño Negro River Bike Crossing

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Some of the fellow riders told me that they didn't ride south side of the Arenal Lake circle because of inability to cross Cano Negro.
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La Tigra Rainforest Lodge

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Created on cattle land this secondary rainforest is now becoming the home of more and more species. You can stay in the houses and enjoy a direct view into the …

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Restricted Area Sign – Arenal Volcano National Park

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Access to the national park is clearly forbidden (see sign after 2km). I continued to follow the track as described here - and was stopped by rangers who pointed out …

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La Fortuna Waterfall

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To reach the „Catarata de La Fortuna“ you need to step down a 600m walkway. You will hear it from the main entrance and your way down enjoy several views …

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Laguna Azul (Tenorio Volcano National Park)

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Rio Celeste waterfall if one of the nicest in CR. Hike is not hard unless it's raining. Be ready for everything as weather can change fast. Early morning visit is …

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Swimming Spot at the Crater Lake (Parque Nacional Volcán Arenal)

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The way down is extremely steep and with clouds and light rain it is muddy and slippery.

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Los Teñideros – Confluence of Río Buena Vista and Quebrada Agria

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Great sight and very beautiful play of colors in nature.

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Fallen Bridge of Carrizal

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On this route you can enjoy nature, the bridge that has fallen, when you leave the asphalt road that goes to Alajuela Carrizal, take a left and there is a …

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The Top 20 Attractions in Alajuela

Río Celeste Waterfall

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

Caño Negro River Bike Crossing

La Tigra Rainforest Lodge

Restricted Area Sign – Arenal Volcano National Park

La Fortuna Waterfall

Laguna Azul (Tenorio Volcano National Park)

Swimming Spot at the Crater Lake (Parque Nacional Volcán Arenal)

Los Teñideros – Confluence of Río Buena Vista and Quebrada Agria

Fallen Bridge of Carrizal

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