Private Authentic Food Tour in San José

5.0
(4 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Enjoy an immersive experience of authentic Costa Rican food. The tour offers a varied and dynamic route to learn about various traditional dishes. The selected spaces illustrate the gastronomic culture of San José and Costa Rica.

What's Included

Drinks included in the tour, coffee or tea, pipe water. All included within the value of the tour.
Tasting of authentic Costa Rican food, all included in the tour value.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Banco Central de Costa Rica

Main entrance of the Central Bank, right in front of some green statues

End point

In the cafeteria of the National Theater

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Welcome and introduction to the city of San José. We will explain the route we are going to take through the most emblematic food places in the capital We cross the street and right in front we go to the Merayo Bakery, to try typical San José pastries.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Central Market (Mercado Central)

    Historical and cultural heritage establishment of San Jose, created since 1908. We visit the most emblematic food stalls, where visitors can try typical foods, local fruits and gastronomic culture.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Visit to a soda-restaurant chain where you will try some of the traditional delicacies of Costa Rica

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    We visited the Casa del Cacao, which is located in one of the most emblematic buildings in San José. Visitors will be able to learn about cocoa production in the Caribbean area, types of chocolates. You can also buy local cocoa-based products.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Visit to Trigo Miel, where we brought some old-fashioned sweets from Costa Rica.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Teatro Nacional Costa Rica

    Visit to one of the most conical buildings in San José, where the Alma de Café cafeteria is located. Visitors will learn about the relationship between coffee, the National Theater and the quality of Costa Rican coffee. Other beverage options will also be available, such as hot chocolate, among others.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Nala Walking Tours

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Private Sightseeing Tours
Walking Tours
Street Food Tours
Food & Drink
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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