Finca 6 Archaeological Site
Discover pre-Columbian stone spheres near Palmar Sur and learn about their archaeological context.
New places. More ways to discover.
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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Guaitil Pottery Workshops
Discover Chorotega pottery traditions through local artisans. Ask permission before photographing people or workshops.
Islote Centinela from the Coast
The local tourism description identifies Centinela near Coco’s bay. Appreciate offshore shapes from a secure place on shore. Any boat approach or landing requires appropriate permission, conditions and an established plan; a map label is not an invitation to enter.
La Fortuna Rainforest Patterns
On a permitted forest route, search for leaf shapes, water droplets and roots. Draw what you notice and leave plants, fungi and small animals where they belong.
La Sabana Metropolitan Park
Explore public green space in the capital and look for places to walk, observe and play.
Liberia’s House of Culture
The House of Culture appears on the city’s historical walking route. Ask locally what public programs or visitor access are currently offered. Notice the connection between a heritage building and the community’s ongoing cultural life.
Manuel Antonio National Park
Forest paths, coastal views and beaches meet in this protected area. Plan admission through SINAC and follow current entry instructions. Choose open routes suited to your group and let wildlife remain wild: watch quietly without feeding or approaching animals.
Museo de Cultura Popular
Explore everyday traditions and cultural heritage at this Universidad Nacional museum in Santa Lucía de Barva.
Ojochal Nearby Outing
Ojochal is a separate community south of Uvita. A visit can add local food and community stories to a coastal itinerary; plan transport and ask hosts about appropriate visitor experiences.
Parque Vargas, Limón
Explore a waterfront green space in Limón and notice the connection between the city and the sea.
Plan a Kayaking Outing in Tamarindo
Add time on the water with a kayaking outing arranged for your experience level. Discuss the route with a local operator before booking: an ocean paddle and a protected-water outing call for different planning. Confirm the guide, equipment and weather policy. For an estuary visit, use local guiding arrangements and follow protected-area instructions rather than exploring independently.
Playa San Juanillo
A coastal outing north of Nosara leads to San Juanillo’s small bays, rocky points and beach scenery. This nearby community is in Santa Cruz canton. Check road, tide and sea conditions locally and leave shells and marine life in place.