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National Theatre of Costa Rica – Central Market of San José loop from San José

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National Theatre of Costa Rica – Central Market of San José loop from San José

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4.3

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43

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National Theatre of Costa Rica – Central Market of San José loop from San José

03:19

12.6km

110m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1.93 km

Lago de los Niños

Lake

2

6.86 km

Former Post and Telegraph Office (Edificio de Correos de Costa Rica)

Highlight • Monument

The area is pretty busy…

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3

7.30 km

San José Central Park

Highlight • Monument

A square like many in the city. But still special. The labor movement, along with the church, is at its center.

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4

7.40 km

Metropolitan Cathedral of San José

Highlight • Religious Site

Admission free. Definitely worth seeing!

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5

7.76 km

National Theatre of Costa Rica

Highlight • Monument

A magnificent theater reminiscent of a rich and glorious time in San José!

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6

8.65 km

National Park (Parque Nacional), San José

Highlight • Natural

A green oasis. One of the largest in the city.

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7

8.90 km

National Museum of Costa Rica

Highlight • Historical Site

The National Museum was founded in 1887. The building is the former "Bellavista Barracks". It displays collections on national history, archaeology and biodiversity in various permanent and temporary exhibitions. The butterfly house is particularly recommended.

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8

9.28 km

Plaza de la Democracia

Highlight • Monument

A modern square in the middle of the city and a place to relax. The buildings around the square, especially the National Museum, shape the character of the square with their architecture.

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9

10.6 km

Central Market of San José

Highlight • Structure

Latin American markets are characterized by a special atmosphere that you should definitely experience!

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B

12.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.69 km

3.24 km

3.14 km

866 m

699 m

Surfaces

6.17 km

5.97 km

419 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,170 m)

Lowest point (1,120 m)

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Thursday 12 November

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