San Jose City Tour & Costa Rican Specialty Coffee Tastings

4.7 (7 reviews) San Jose, Costa Rica
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Duration2h 45m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

☕ Why This Tour?

Because you’re not just here to drink coffee.
You’re here to understand it, to feel its story, from bean to brew.

This tour isn’t something you “do” in San José. It’s something you remember. You’ll start in a tucked-away café where the beans are treated like poetry, four regional coffees, brewed with intention, paired with local flavors and stories that stick.

And then? You walk.

Not aimlessly, but guided by someone who lives and breathes the city. From hidden bird-filled parks to weathered murals to buildings, San Jose opens up when you’re with someone who knows how to read it.

This is for travelers who like their mornings slow, rich, and full of insight. For those who want to taste the place, not just see it.

What's included

  • English speaking guide
  • 4 coffee tastings
  • 1 hour workshop by an experienced barista
  • 1 hour 45 minutes San Jose city tour
  • Homemade local snack
  • Private transportation

What to expect

First, we brew.
Your journey begins in Barrio Escalante, San José’s trendiest foodie neighborhood, where you’ll dive deep into Costa Rica’s coffee culture with a hands-on specialty coffee workshop. Over the course of one flavorful hour, you’ll:

Taste four distinct Costa Rican coffees, each from a different region

Learn brewing methods, flavor profiles, and why Costa Rica’s coffee is considered among the best in the world

Enjoy a curated local snack designed to pair with your tasting

Then, we walk.
Fueled by caffeine and curiosity, you’ll set off on a guided city walking tour from Barrio Escalante to downtown San José. This 1.5-hour journey offers an insider’s look at the city’s most historic, artistic, and architectural gems, including:

Iconic plazas and national monuments

Colorful murals and public art

Birdwatching opportunities in hidden green pockets

Stories of cultural identity told by our expert local guide

  1. Parque Nacional Park
  2. Morazan Park
  3. Plaza de la Cultura
  4. Museo Nacional De Costa Rica

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet in front of the Hotel Luz de Luna at the Lobby.

End point

We will meet in front of the Hotel Luz de Luna at the Lobby.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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