Cheap Vacations in San José

Where is San Jose?

You don't have to have endless funds to travel, but you should be rich in knowledge about the destination that you're staying at! So, are you ready to discover a thing or two about San Jose?

San Jose is located about 12 miles away from Cartago and north-west from Mercedes.

Forget about the big-name attractions — it's the locals that really make a place tick. In this part of Heredia, you'll find 335,000 of them.

Cheap Things to do in San Jose

If the notion of endless admission fees and ticket prices makes you break out in a cold sweat, you can take a deep breath and relax. These free experiences in or near San Jose will help you get the most out of your time and your budget:

• A lot of ticket prices are excessive and the art is behind glass — but there are other options. The Casa de la Cultura, the Jacob Karpio Galería, the Galería Andrómeda and the TEOR/éTica are well known for organizing widely accessible events that are free or cheap — why not check out their programs?
• Visit El Fortín and the Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and get a lesson in history without having to splash any cash on tickets. These time-honored sites offer glimpses into the region's unique past.
• Sometimes the best way to really acquaint yourself with a place is to forget those plans and enjoy getting lost. If you want to test this out, spend some time at a much-loved tourist district or neighborhood, such as Plaza de la Democracia and Plaza de la Cultura.
• Mercado Central, the Casa de la Cultura and Mercado Borbón are some top options for a thrifty day out. If you're not sure which to head to first, why not get out your smartphone and work out which one has the most outstanding reviews?

Cheap San Jose Vacation Package Deals

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Cheap Car Rentals in San Jose

Hey there, cheapster. Here's a suggestion that will make your escape not only budget-friendly, but a good deal easier. Instead of having to carry your luggage in and out of expensive taxis during your San Jose stay, why not take a look at car rentals? There'll be oodles of space for all your gear, and it'll be easy on the purse strings as well!

Sometimes the easiest place to pick up a rental vehicle is right in the center of the city. Thrifty is a convenient outlet situated at SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA CALLE 3 AVENIDA 13.Dollar at Juan Santamaria International Airport is another establishment you can stop by.

Cheap Hotels in San Jose

If you're a savvy traveler, you'll know the advantage of booking in advance. There are 161 hotels in San Jose — let CheapTickets help you to find the best deal!

You could skip your morning coffee or an excursion to save money, or you could just grab a room at the Hotel Kekoldi Garden or the Hostel Casa Colon. These cheap options will leave more change in your pocket for the fun stuff!