Costa Rica family travel guide. Bring everyone, and let us show you the best family-friendly spots in Costa Rica
Want to really get to see Costa Rica? If you go to Jaco and spend a bunch of time with a lot of other tourists who spend their time enjoying the city’s club scene, you may leave and realize that you never truly caught a glimpse of the untamed wilderness of Costa Rica’s “pura vida.” There are many ways that you can really get to see the unspoilt beauty of Costa Rica, but one of the best is to take a Marlin Del Rey Sailing Sunset Tour in Tamarindo.
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How does relaxing in secluded, warm hot springs while watching lava flow out of a volcano sound for a vacation? Costa Rica is a traveler’s paradise, with hidden black sand beaches, incredible surfing, and jungles at your doorstep. The country has a stable political system, many people speak English, and you can get incredible deals when you travel there! So in addition to all of the gorgeousness that Costa Rica already has to offer, let us add one more item to your itinerary.
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The Simón Bolívar National Zoo and Botanical Garden (Parque Zoológico y Jardín Botánico Nacional Simón Bolívar) in San Jose, 
Costa Rica is a must see if stuck in San Jose. The Zoo is named after the General Simón Bolívar who was famed for his escapades in South American independence and was opened in 1921 some 5 years after the original plan began its fruition. The original concept was to provide shelter and protect endangered animal species in a safe environment, as well as serve as a scientific research facility and of …
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If you only have a limited amount of time to vacation in Costa Rica, I would highly suggest spending it in La Fortuna. This area has one of the highest concentration of all type of activities that are purely Costa Rica. You might not get the sun and beaches, but you get hot springs and volcanoes! Just about any sort of activity you want to partake in can easily be found in the area. And with a wide variety of accommodations, you can easily find one that fits your budget! There is even …
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Whether arriving by land or by sea, visitors to Costa Rica often seek a coffee experience. It’s little wonder, considering the world-wide popularity of coffee and the contribution that this Central American nation makes to our global coffee culture. Even so, visitors here are often pleasantly surprised by the fun and education that they receive when they choose to take the Cafe Britt Coffee Tour. This is one of our favorite day trips from San Jose.
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Why not enjoy the ‘pura vida’ of Costa Rica while sitting in the lap of luxury? Let the staff at Blue Dolphin Catamaran Tours cater to your every whim as you sail up and down Tamarindo’s pristine beaches. Pretty much any beach in Costa Rica’s is great, but sometimes the beach just seems to have too many tourists. So get away from the crowd on a Blue Dolphin catamaran! What could be better than having the beach all to yourself?
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During your Blue Dolphin Catamarans cruise, you will stop …
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The La Lora Hostel of Costa Rica could be just what you want in a hotel, located in the heart of downtown San Antonio de Belen, only a few minutes from Juan Santamaria International Airport. The La Lora Hostel is a brand new family run hostel specifically designed to appeal to the young, as well at those are who also young at heart. Which, needless to say, makes for a positive setting for you and your family. At the La Lora Hostel it’s all about relaxing, having fun, and enjoying the …
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A vacation like no other awaits you at the Tabacon Hot Springs Resort and Spa in Costa Rica. There are relaxing and intriguing natural environments for you to explore, and although tourists flock to Tabacon to enjoy the exciting attractions, the amount of tourists will not distract you from recharging your body and your mind. Look forward to a memorable experience due to the unique nature of the hot springs, heated by the Arenal volcano, and stay in the resort the entire time as you explore the fact that the majority …
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If you are looking for a family adventure for your next vacation, take a look at Costa Rica’s Turu Ba Ri Tropical Park. Located in San Jose, it is an exotic location that is also family friendly. The park is 595 acres full of forest and nature. Over seven miles of hiking trails features hundreds of species of plants, flowers and trees. There are 150 bird species for the bird enthusiast to enjoy. You have your choice of many things to do, from the safe to the adventurous. There are guided nature …
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With all the bars, prostitutes, and surfing in Jaco; there is certainly plenty to do. But, should you feel the need to purge yourself from the town for a day, you will be happy to know there are a wealth of things to do in nearby areas. Because Jaco is a straight shot from San Jose, it is easy to find organized tours that go all over central Costa Rica.
In case you are visiting other areas of Costa Rica as well, here are some other suggested day trips:
Day Trips from Manuel Antonio
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