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The Top 20 Attractions in San Juan

There are plenty of places to see and visit in San Juan. Whether you love hiking or cycling, San Juan 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: November 11, 2025

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 church of Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes is a Catholic temple and parish in Costa Rica that is located in the city of Grecia, in the province of Alajuela, …

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Poás Volcano

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It's often foggy. Wait a bit and the wind might clear the view

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From 10.00 a.m. the forest around the volcano begins to close in and the cloud forest lives up to its name.

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La Paz Waterfall

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The waterfall is fed by the Río La Paz. There is parking for visitors right next to it.

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El Tambor

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Beautiful place, it's quite flat, excellent for a quiet outing or to get your cadence right.

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Volcanic Gas Monitoring Station

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It monitors the concentration of volcanic gas at the overlook. Some volcanic gases are irritants to the respiratory system and can have adverse effects in sensitive people. In some cases, …

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Juan Santamaría Statue

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Juan Santamaría Park, in Alajuela, is recognized for housing the sculptural complex in honor of the national hero from Alajuela. It is a surprisingly realistic bronze sculpture that captures the …

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Bosque del Niño Forest Reserve in Grecia.

The main entrance is reached after a 4 km stretch of mostly gravel road, accessible to all types of vehicles.

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Las Gemelas Waterfalls

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Two impressive waterfalls and a small basin for swimming

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La Celestial Waterfall

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Best waterfall to swim in, perfect color and vitalizing cold turquoise water. Just awesome!

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