{"id":35301,"date":"2023-07-14T11:46:01","date_gmt":"2023-07-14T09:46:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.mindfultravelbysara.com\/?p=35301"},"modified":"2023-07-14T11:47:58","modified_gmt":"2023-07-14T09:47:58","slug":"best-places-to-go-in-costa-rica","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/en\/best-places-to-go-in-costa-rica\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Best Places to Go in Costa Rica for First-Time Visitors"},"content":{"rendered":"<?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Looking for the best places to go in Costa Rica? You&rsquo;ve come to the right place!<\/strong><\/h4><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>In this post, I will share the <strong>most beautiful places to visit in Costa Rica<\/strong>.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>From the breathtaking wonders of Manuel Antonio National Park, the mystical Monteverde Cloud Forest, to the captivating wildlife of Corcovado and Tortuguero, and so much more!<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>You can&rsquo;t miss the vibrant capital city of San Jos&eacute;, relax on pristine beaches, witness the majestic Arenal Volcano, and immerse yourself in the country&rsquo;s rich biodiversity.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_4b0c1f-56\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"512\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Waterfall to visit in Costa Rica\" src=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Waterfall-to-visit-in-Costa-Rica.jpg\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-35317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Waterfall-to-visit-in-Costa-Rica.jpg 750w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Waterfall-to-visit-in-Costa-Rica-300x205.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\"><\/figure><\/div><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>For a nation that tends to such a small plot in the global garden, Costa Rica sure has a lot to offer. For a first-time visitor especially, it&rsquo;s a bona fide banquet of rich experiences.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>Once you&rsquo;ve sorted your means of reaching Costa Rica and have begun looking at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qantas.com\/hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hotels and accommodation<\/a>, it&rsquo;s time to work out exactly how much you can fit on your travel plate.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>Not sure where to start? To help you decide, here are seven must-see attractions for first-time visitors to Costa Rica.&nbsp;<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Places to Go in Costa<\/strong><\/h2><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.&nbsp;San Jos&eacute;<\/h3><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>If you&rsquo;re planning to reach Costa Rica by air, it&rsquo;s highly likely your visit will begin in San Jos&eacute;, the nation&rsquo;s capital.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>Though it&rsquo;s likely to feel markedly different from the rest of your trip (which will probably feel much less urban), <strong>San Jos&eacute; is the perfect place to start<\/strong>.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>It has everything you&rsquo;d typically want from a travel destination, from museums and markets to nightlife and culture.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>Spending a few days here will allow you to adjust to the rhythm of life in Costa Rica (and trust us, it is a rhythm), and will set you right for the rest of your visit.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2.&nbsp;&nbsp;Turtle Nesting<\/strong><\/h3><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_f5e0ab-10\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"498\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Turtle Nesting in Costa Rica\" src=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Turtle-Nesting-in-Costa-Rica.jpg\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-35315\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Turtle-Nesting-in-Costa-Rica.jpg 750w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Turtle-Nesting-in-Costa-Rica-300x199.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\"><figcaption><em>Turtle Nesting in Costa Rica<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>Turtles are one of those animals that everyone loves, and Costa Rica is one of the most important nesting sites in the world.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>If you&rsquo;re a fan of <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/David_Attenborough\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attenborough<\/a>, you already know how magical this new cycle of life is.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>This heart-warming turtle nesting event occurs <strong>from July to October in Tortuguero<\/strong> (a name that means &lsquo;Land of Turtles&rsquo;, in case you needed convincing), on the northern coast of Costa Rica.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>If for some unacceptable reason, you can&rsquo;t make it to Tortuguero during this time, don&rsquo;t worry; it&rsquo;s still a wonderful place for hiking and <a href=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/en\/best-cruise-destinations-for-couples\/\">river cruises<\/a>, year-round.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>Personally, I love watching animals and after finding turtles&rsquo; nests on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-tulum-mexico\/#3_Rid_Yourself_of_Stress_at_Tulums_Best_Beaches\">Tulum&rsquo;s beaches<\/a><\/strong>, I knew this experience was going to be amazing! <\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3.&nbsp;&nbsp;Samara, Nicola Peninsula<\/strong><\/h3><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_4b4964-97\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Samara beach at Nicola Peninsula\" src=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Samara-beach-at-Nicola-Peninsula.jpg\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-35313\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Samara-beach-at-Nicola-Peninsula.jpg 750w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Samara-beach-at-Nicola-Peninsula-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\"><figcaption><em>Samara beach at Nicola Peninsula<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>There&rsquo;s a national saying in Costa Rica: <strong>Pura Vida<\/strong>.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>Roughly, it translates to &lsquo;<em>simple life<\/em>&rsquo;, and though it literally <strong>is a way of life for locals everywhere in Costa Rica<\/strong>, nowhere does it seem more appropriate than in the town of Samara, on the Nicoya Peninsula.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>From <strong>learning to surf<\/strong> to <strong>visiting waterfalls<\/strong> to settling in at a <strong>craft beer brewery<\/strong>, this town, and the surrounding area certainly capture the laid-back yet fun lifestyle that epitomizes this saying.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>We told you, it&rsquo;s a rhythm.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4.&nbsp;&nbsp;Arenal Volcano<\/strong><\/h3><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>San Jos&eacute; is the official capital of Costa Rica, but for many of the thrill-seekers who visit Costa Rica yearly, the real capital&mdash;the adventure capital&mdash;is Arenal, in the northern province of Alajuela.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>And the centerpiece of this area is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sinac.go.cr\/EN-US\/Pages\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Arenal Volcano<\/a>, another of the most important places to visit in Cosa Rica.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>Arenal is <strong>one of the world&rsquo;s most well-known active volcanoes<\/strong>, and though you&rsquo;re not allowed to climb to the crater, there are plenty of nearby hikes that will take you close enough to hopefully witness a small eruption (Arenal has been largely dormant since 2010).<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>And the best part? Soaking your weary body afterward in one of the <strong>many natural hot springs in the area<\/strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5.&nbsp;&nbsp;Monteverde Cloud Forest<\/strong><\/h3><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_1c3045-20\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Monteverde Cloud Forest in Costa Rica\" src=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Monteverde-Cloud-Forest-in-Costa-Rica.jpg\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-35311\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Monteverde-Cloud-Forest-in-Costa-Rica.jpg 750w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Monteverde-Cloud-Forest-in-Costa-Rica-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\"><figcaption><em>Monteverde Cloud Forest in Costa Rica<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>Honestly, how can you not be won over immediately by a title like that? It&rsquo;s enough to have your imagination floating much much higher than usual.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>The truth is, the reason behind the title is more science than science fiction, and it&rsquo;s a reason we&rsquo;ll let you discover yourself. But don&rsquo;t let the truth take anything away from the experience.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>One of the biggest draw cards of this particular cloud forest (there are numerous throughout Costa Rica) is <strong>the chance you might see the Resplendent Quetzal bird<\/strong>.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>These rare gems can be hard to spot amongst the rainforest palette, but even if they manage to elude you, the forest itself will leave a lasting impression.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6.&nbsp;&nbsp;Poas Volcano, one of the best places to go in Costa Rica<\/strong><\/h3><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_4d6ffb-32\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"498\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Poas Volcano one of the best places to go in Costa Rica\" src=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Poas-Volcano-one-of-the-best-places-to-go-in-Costa-Rica.jpg\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-35309\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Poas-Volcano-one-of-the-best-places-to-go-in-Costa-Rica.jpg 750w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Poas-Volcano-one-of-the-best-places-to-go-in-Costa-Rica-300x199.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\"><figcaption><em>Poas Volcano, one of the best places to go in Costa Rica<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>We know. Another volcano. Think about it though: when will you next get the chance to visit two active volcanoes in one trip? Exactly.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sinac.go.cr\/EN-US\/ac\/accvc\/pnvp\/Pages\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Poas Volcano<\/a> is a wonderful <strong>day trip from San Jos&eacute;<\/strong>, which makes it a perfect adventure when you want to get away from the crowds of the capital.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>The centerpiece&mdash;or centerpieces&mdash;of Poas are the twin calderas (large craters that form when a volcano erupts and the mouth collapses) that have lakes filled with sulfur.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>The eerily striking thing about these lakes is how still they are, so much so that you&rsquo;ll swear to the tour guide they are, in fact, paintings.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>Just remember to <strong>visit Poas early in the morning<\/strong>, so you avoid the risk of the clouds shrouding the view.&nbsp;<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7.&nbsp;Sloth Sanctuary<\/strong><\/h3><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>Yes, you read that correctly. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slothsanctuary.com\/sloth-tours\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sloth sanctuary<\/a> is one of the best places to go in Costa Rica.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>Since 1975, when the government of Costa Rica officially declared this private property a biological reserve, the sanctuary has been a <strong>home for injured, orphaned, and abandoned sloths<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>Regardless of whether you have a genuine love for sloths or simply want to come face to face with an animal that genuinely knows how to go &lsquo;viral&rsquo;, this is a wonderful, heartwarming place. Yes, they sleep a lot. But they have many mysterious, enigmatic qualities you&rsquo;ll remember long after you meet them.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final thoughts about the best places to go in Costa Rica<\/strong><\/h2><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>The great thing about visiting Costa Rica is that&mdash;depending on how long you visit for&mdash;<strong>you should be able to do and see all the things above.<\/strong> And more!<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>The beauty and magic of this country is that <strong>it packs so much into such a small space<\/strong>, without feeling as though it has overplayed its hand.<\/p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p>When you visit Costa Rica, you&rsquo;ll never feel pressed to fill your days, yet will have more than enough within reach to fill them. The trick is to take a leaf from the locals&rsquo; playbook and embrace the simple life.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for the best places to go in Costa Rica? 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