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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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Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve

Choose an authorized route through this cloud-forest reserve and let the changing light and vegetation set the pace. Check current booking and arrival instructions directly with the reserve. A clear view or a particular wildlife sighting is never guaranteed.

National Museum of Costa Rica

At the Bellavista site, museum collections introduce different parts of Costa Rica’s history. Choose a theme your family is curious about and check current visitor arrangements. Look closely, ask questions and respect display barriers.

Parque Vargas

Parque Vargas is one of Limón’s historic public landmarks. Pause along an open route to notice planted trees and the coastal setting. Respect maintenance closures and watch wildlife from a distance without feeding it.

Paseo de los Turistas

This public waterfront route is closely associated with a visit to Puntarenas city. Walk a manageable section, notice the sea and pause for shade. Use established public spaces and leave room for people working along the shore.

Playa Guiones

A broad Pacific beach known for its surf and open shoreline. Walk through established beach entrances and watch the changing wave patterns from dry sand. Ask a local instructor about conditions before entering the water.

Playa Santa Teresa

A long Pacific shoreline where surf, sand and coastal vegetation shape the scene. Use established beach entrances and enjoy watching the waves from dry sand. Ask locally about current surf and swimming conditions before entering the water.

Playa Tamarindo

Start with a walk along Tamarindo’s main beach to get your bearings. Watch the surfers, find a comfortable place to pause and let the shoreline set the pace for your visit. Choose dry sand for a relaxed outing; check local conditions before entering the ocean and stay clear of the estuary mouth.

Playas del Coco Bay

Coco’s bay is a place to notice boats, shoreline activity and coastal life. Explore from established public space and ask about current water conditions. A sheltered-looking bay still requires informed choices around swimming and boat traffic.

Poás Volcano National Park

Discover volcanic crater scenery from authorized viewpoints. Confirm current access restrictions before planning a visit.

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca Town

Explore the town’s public streets and coastal setting at a comfortable pace. Listen to community stories, ask before photographing people and discover how food and music reflect local heritage.

Quepos Town

Nearby Quepos adds a working town setting to a Manuel Antonio visit. Explore its streets and public spaces at your family’s pace, notice daily life and plan transport back to your accommodation. Ask before photographing people or entering private spaces.

Rincón de la Vieja National Park

Discover volcanic landscapes and forest trails. Stay on authorized routes and check which sectors are open.

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