Alajuela
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What to do

Looking for things to do in Alajuela? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Arenal Volcano National Park
Arenal Volcano National Park
6.7
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Natural scenery
Mountain climbing
Poás Volcano National Park
Poás Volcano National Park
6.1
3.0/51 Review
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Natural scenery
Mountain climbing
Arenal Volcano
Arenal Volcano
5.8
5.0/51 Review
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Mountain climbing
Fortuna Waterfall
Fortuna Waterfall
5.5
5.0/57 Review
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Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve
5.4
4.8/59 Review
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La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park
La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park
5.1
5.0/51 Review
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Tabacon Hot Springs
Tabacon Hot Springs
5.0
5.0/51 Review
Guacima | Martin Garrix Tour
Guacima | Martin Garrix Tour
5.0
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Concerts
Puentes Colgantes Arenal, Mistico Park
Puentes Colgantes Arenal, Mistico Park
4.1
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Zarcero, Evangelista Blanco Brenes Park
Zarcero, Evangelista Blanco Brenes Park
3.9
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What to eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Alajuela dishes and foodie spots.
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Vagabondo Pizzeria
Vagabondo Pizzeria
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Western cuisine
Avg. SEK160/person
Maria Bonita Steak House
Maria Bonita Steak House
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Western cuisine
Avg. SEK134/person
Nanku Restaurant - Tropical Bar and Steakhouse
Nanku Restaurant - Tropical Bar and Steakhouse
5.0/52 Review
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Western cuisine
Avg. SEK172/person
Chifa La Familia Feliz
Chifa La Familia Feliz
5.0/52 Review
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Latin American cuisine
Avg. SEK167/person
Rain Forest
Rain Forest
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Coffee shop
Avg. SEK222/person
Anch'io
Anch'io
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Western cuisine
Avg. SEK167/person
Geckos at the Waterfall
Geckos at the Waterfall
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Quick bites
Avg. SEK87/person
Restaurante Cafe Mediterraneo
Restaurante Cafe Mediterraneo
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Bars/bistros
Avg. SEK98/person
Restaurante & Pizzeria La Parada
Restaurante & Pizzeria La Parada
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Western cuisine
Avg. SEK184/person
Soda Las Flores
Soda Las Flores
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Western cuisine
Avg. SEK109/person
Ketchup Fast Food La Fortuna
Ketchup Fast Food La Fortuna
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Snacks
Avg. SEK119/person
Luna Mestiza Restaurant
Luna Mestiza Restaurant
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Avg. SEK109/person

Alajuela Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes

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Just how happy is the "Happy Country"? I didn't know until I went to Costa Rica.

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Pura Vida Forever: Why I Keep Coming Back to Costa Rica
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Pura Vida Forever: Why I Keep Coming Back to Costa Rica

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Pura Vida Thrills: My Epic Journey Through Costa Rica
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🌿 I WALKED INTO THE CLOUDS ☁️🇨🇷
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🌿 I WALKED INTO THE CLOUDS ☁️🇨🇷

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A VOLCANO RIGHT OUTSIDE YOUR WINDOW! 🌋

A VOLCANO RIGHT OUTSIDE YOUR WINDOW! 🌋

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🌋 A perfectly cone-shaped volcano in the middle of the Costa Rican rainforest.

🌋 A perfectly cone-shaped volcano in the middle of the Costa Rican rainforest.

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