Our city, San José, is an epicenter of population where everyone is running to take a bus, opening ther business early, university students on their way and lot of others common escenarious of a country capital.
But some of them, are doing all of this to keep alive the culture, history, arts and learnings of the country, this people are in-charge of many of the museums we are lucky to have and we are honor to share to our visitors or residents in a very confortable and curated tour.
We list in this article 10 museum to visit in San José, Costa Rica:
Museo Nacional de Costa Rica (National Museum of Costa Rica)
Located in the Bellavista Fortress, this museum features pre-Columbian artifacts, colonial relics, and exhibits on Costa Rican biodiversity.
Address: Calle 17, Avenidas 2 y 4, San José
Museo del Oro Precolombino (Pre-Columbian Gold Museum)
This museum, beneath Plaza de la Cultura, showcases over 2,000 pieces of pre-Columbian gold artifacts with interactive, modern displays.
Address: Plaza de la Cultura, San José
Museo de Arte Costarricense (Costa Rican Art Museum)
Set in Parque Metropolitano La Sabana, it features a broad collection of Costa Rican art, housed in a historic airport terminal.
Address: Parque Metropolitano La Sabana, San José
Museo de los Niños (Children’s Museum)
A family-friendly museum with interactive exhibits covering science, technology, and Costa Rican history.
Address: Calle 4, Avenidas 9 y 11, San José
Museo de la Ciudad (Museum of the City)
Located in the Casa Amarilla, it offers insights into San José’s urban development with historical photographs and artifacts.
Address: Calle 13, Avenida 7, San José
Museo del Jade (Jade Museum)
Known for its extensive collection of pre-Columbian jade artifacts, this museum highlights the cultural significance of jade in indigenous Costa Rican cultures.
Address: Calle 9, Avenida 7, San José
Museo de Ciencias Naturales La Salle (La Salle Natural Science Museum)
Features exhibits on Costa Rican flora and fauna, including dioramas and interactive displays.
Address: 200 meters west of La Salle School, San José
Museo de la Basílica de los Ángeles (Basilica of the Angels Museum)
Adjacent to the Basilica, this museum explores the religious and cultural significance of the basilica with artifacts and historical displays.
Address: Basílica de los Ángeles, Cartago (near San José)
Museo de Arte y Diseño Contemporáneo (Museum of Art and Contemporary Design)
Showcases contemporary art and design by Costa Rican and international artists, promoting modern artistic expressions.
Address: Calle 15, Avenida 7, San José
Museo del Ferrocarril (Railway Museum)
Located in the old Atlantic Railway Station, it offers a glimpse into Costa Rica’s railway history with vintage locomotives and historical exhibits.
Address: Avenida 1, Calle 18, San José
San José’s museums offer a rich variety of Costa Rican culture and history, from ancient artifacts to modern art. Visiting these top museums will deepen your understanding of the country and enhance your travel experience.
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