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With kids · San Jose itinerary

San José with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Costa Rica is fantastic for families, with wildlife and gentle adventure. Here is how to spend a family trip from San José — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1La Paz Waterfall Gardens
  2. 2Chocolate tour
  3. 3Aerial tram
  4. 4Coffee farm

La Paz Waterfall Gardens

Waterfalls, sloths and toucans.

Chocolate tour

Hands-on cacao fun and tasting.

Aerial tram

A gentle ride through the canopy.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in San Jose — prices per person.

Poas Coffee tour, La Paz Falls and Poas Volcano
San Jose
Poas Coffee tour, La Paz Falls and Poas Volcano
5.0(20)·10 hours
from$105/ person
via Viator
Poás Volcano, Coffee Plantation and La Paz Waterfall Gardens Tour
San Jose
Poás Volcano, Coffee Plantation and La Paz Waterfall Gardens Tour
5.0(14)·9 hours
from$195/ person
via Viator
Pure Trek Canyoning & Sky Trek Zipline Combo
La Fortuna
Pure Trek Canyoning & Sky Trek Zipline Combo
5.0(77)·8 hours
from$259/ person
via Viator
Sloths Observation and Coffee, Chocolate, Sugarcane Experience
La Fortuna
Sloths Observation and Coffee, Chocolate, Sugarcane Experience
5.0(120)·3 hours
from$93/ person
via Viator
Rafting Class II-III and Zipline Tour from La Fortuna and Arenal
La Fortuna
Rafting Class II-III and Zipline Tour from La Fortuna and Arenal
5.0(273)·9 hours
from$149/ person
via Viator
Semi Private La Paz Waterfall Gardens & Safari in Sarapiqui River from San Jose
San Jose
Semi Private La Paz Waterfall Gardens & Safari in Sarapiqui River from San Jose
5.0(13)·9 hours
from$225/ person
via Viator
La Fortuna Guided Chocolate And Coffee Tour
La Fortuna
La Fortuna Guided Chocolate And Coffee Tour
5.0(50)·2 hours
from$51/ person
via Viator
Adrenaline Pack (Zipline + Rafting)
La Fortuna
Adrenaline Pack (Zipline + Rafting)
4.9(45)·7 hours
from$166/ person
via Viator

San José with kids — FAQ

Is San José good for kids?
Yes — La Paz Waterfall Gardens with its wildlife, chocolate-making tours, the Rainforest Aerial Tram and coffee farms make Costa Rica a wonderful family destination.
What are the best things to do near San José with children?
Top family picks are the La Paz Waterfall Gardens, a chocolate or coffee tour, the aerial tram, and gentle wildlife trips.
Are Costa Rica tours suitable for young children?
Yes — many nature parks, wildlife refuges and gentle tours near San José are well suited to families with young children.

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