Cartago Municipal Museum
Explore local history and cultural heritage in a former military building adapted as a museum.
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Explore Costa Rica with Pico and Tati through beaches, forest trails, historic landmarks and local traditions. Every place offers a chance to notice something new and ask a question together.
Find cultural experiences, wildlife habitats and outdoor adventures to share as a family. Use the filters below to follow your interests and discover places that inspire you to explore, learn and protect.
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Epiphytes in the Mist
Plants growing on other plants are part of the cloud-forest landscape. Ask a guide how orchids, bromeliads or mosses use their surroundings. Observe from the trail and leave plants attached to their living habitat.
Esparza as a Separate Outing
For a nearby inland excursion, consider historic Esparza rather than adding it to a short city waterfront walk. Check the route, choose public landmarks and allow time to explore without treating private buildings as visitor attractions.
Grecia’s Metal Church
Notice the red metal exterior of Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes and its distinctive place in Grecia.
La Agonía Church, Liberia
Notice the architecture of this historic Liberia landmark and its connection to the city’s cultural heritage.
La Sirena at Esterillos Oeste
The mermaid sculpture is a landmark on the rocky shoreline at Esterillos Oeste. Observe it from a safe shore position; tides and waves change access, and the rocks are not a place to take risks for a photograph.
Los Congos Trail
Los Congos appears on SINAC’s park trail map. Ask which paths are currently open and choose a walk for your group’s fitness and the weather. Notice different layers of vegetation, keeping voices low and staying on the marked route.
Mala Noche Waterfall
A guided hike near Nosara leads through river scenery to Mala Noche’s cascade and pools. Water levels and trail conditions change with the seasons. Confirm access with a local guide and avoid river crossings or swimming after heavy rain.
National Culture Center — CENAC
The former National Liquor Factory now connects with cultural uses in the city. Ask which public areas or programs are available during your visit. Its changing purpose can inspire a conversation about preserving and reusing older buildings.
Playa Bonita, Limón
Notice a beach setting near Limón city. Check local conditions and choose activities appropriate to the sea.
Playa Piuta
Piuta offers another coastal setting near the city. Plan the route and enjoy a shoreline observation or a local meal where available. Water conditions still need assessment; a general destination description is not a swimming guarantee.
Puntarenas Paseo de los Turistas
Walk the waterfront promenade and notice the port city’s shoreline, sea views and local life.