San José: Airport Transfer with Central Market Stop
ID: GYG1429488-2182112
Category:
Country: Costa Rica
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a transfer from Juan Santamaría International Airport to Herradura. Stop at the historic San José Central Market for a self-guided visit and explore its colorful corridors.
Begin your journey with a pickup at Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO). Meet your driver, who will assist with your luggage before departing toward Costa Rica's Central Pacific coast.
Before leaving the Central Valley, enjoy a 45 to 60-minute self-guided visit to the historic San José Central Market, one of the country's oldest and most iconic cultural landmarks. Founded in 1880, the market has been at the heart of Costa Rican daily life for generations and offers visitors an authentic introduction to local traditions.
During your free time, wander through its colorful corridors, discover family-owned shops, browse handcrafted souvenirs, Costa Rican coffee, traditional sweets, spices, and artisan products, or simply experience the vibrant atmosphere where locals have shopped for more than a century. The market also features numerous traditional eateries where visitors may purchase authentic Costa Rican dishes or refreshments if they wish.
This cultural stop offers a genuine introduction to Costa Rica before continuing comfortably toward Herradura and the Central Pacific.
Highlights
- Enjoy a convenient transfer from Juan Santamaría International Airport
- Explore the historic San José Central Market on a self-guided visit
- Discover family-owned shops and browse handcrafted souvenirs
- Taste Costa Rican coffee, traditional sweets, and artisan products
- Experience the vibrant atmosphere of one of the country's oldest markets
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Self-guided visit to San José Central Market
Opportunity to purchase authentic Costa Rican dishes or refreshments at the market
INCLUDED
- Pickup at Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)
- Visit to San José Central Market
- Professional driver
- Assistance with luggage
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals and drinks at San José Central Market
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.