Best places in Cartago, Costa Rica to visit (UPDATED December, 2023)

Best places in Cartago

Discover the best places in Cartago, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 8.9K places in the city.

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Namaste Indian Restaurant, Manuel Antonio

Indian restaurant

👍👍 Excellent Indian food. They made Jain food for us. All vegetarian food was very tasty and service was great. I will. One again when I visit again from United States. This food is amazing We loved decorations and cleanliness. Best of luck for your new business

5.00 (919 reviews) (~57.13 km from centre)

Il Piaceri Pizza & Grill

Pizza restaurant

👍👍 Excellent pizza and pasta. I recommend pizza house called Pizza Il Piacceri, the Hawaiiana photo is called the Italian. Very tasty. We are ordered in pizza express, and several times we asked the service is very good. If you go to the restaurant I recommend pasta.

$$ $$

4.90 (1K reviews) (~2.91 km from centre)

Pacuare Outdoor Center

Mountain cabin

👍👍 I was so incredibly happy with our choice to go with POC. We wanted to do the whitewater rafting on the Pacuare but was not sure which group to pick, we picked the right one for sure! We stayed the night before at the Turrialba Vista, and WOW! It was incredible. I highly recommend these accommoda...

5.00 (447 reviews) (~41.5 km from centre)

Basílica de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles - Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels

Basilica

Large Byzantine-style basilica known for its storied Virgin Mary statue & holy drinking water.

4.80 (16.1K reviews) (~1.98 km from centre)

La Paz Waterfall

Tourist attraction

Nature preserve featuring waterfalls, a cloud & rain forest & a variety of animals, insects & birds.

4.80 (7.2K reviews) (~45.41 km from centre)

National Theater of Costa Rica

Performing arts theater

Ornate landmark theater offering music & dance performances & tours in Spanish & English.

4.80 (6.2K reviews) (~17.58 km from centre)

Hotel Jaco

Hotel

Informal all-suite hotel offering a spa, an outdoor pool & a restaurant, plus direct beach access.

4.90 (757 reviews) (~82.04 km from centre)

Parador Resort & Spa Manuel Antonio

Resort hotel

Upscale getaway offering 4 restaurants & a free breakfast buffet, plus a spa & 3 pools.

4.80 (2K reviews) (~58.71 km from centre)

Chocolate and coffee farm tour Don Jorge

Tourist attraction

👍👍 This chocolate, coffee, and sugar cane tour was incredible. My partner and I booked this tour exactly 1 hour before it started, and we are so so glad we did! Since visiting in the rainy season, this experience ended up being a private tour. We had an amazing time learning all about the Don Jorge far...

5.00 (359 reviews) (~97.22 km from centre)

Manuel Antonio Falafel Bar

Restaurant

👍👍 Amazing place. Portions are generous, smoothies and food are all really good (albeit a bit salty). The salad bar is amazing, and all the staff were very nice. Highly recommend!

$$ $$

4.80 (1.7K reviews) (~57.12 km from centre)

Café Rojo

Restaurant

👍👍 Delicious Vietnamese food with a beautiful outdoor seating area. Portions were very decent especially for the price, and super fresh juice! The staff were great and took the time to explain the menu and sauces to us. Would highly recommend

$$ $$

4.80 (1.4K reviews) (~17.76 km from centre)

University Of Costa Rica

Public university

👍👍 I traveled to Costa Rica this summer to study abroad and improve my Spanish. During my two month stay, I studied Spanish at the Universidad de Costa Rica. I cannot express enough how much this place has changed my life forever. I will, for the rest of my life, live with a 'pura vida' mentality. All...

4.80 (1.3K reviews) (~15.21 km from centre)

Church Vazquez de Coronado

Catholic church

👍👍 You need to visit this amazing neoGothic church if you are in Costa Rica, just 10km east from San José Downtown, in San Isidro, Coronado.

4.80 (1.3K reviews) (~14.49 km from centre)

Café a la Moda

Restaurant

👍👍 Excelente calidad en repostería. El Pintico estuvo muy rico . Café de especialidad excelente

4.90 (500 reviews) (~22.61 km from centre)

Zaika Indian Cuisine

Indian restaurant

👍👍 This is honestly probably the best Indian food I’ve ever had. And I’ve had a lot of Indian food!! I was a little unsure about having Indian food in Costa Rica but once I read the reviews I decided to give it a try and I am so so happy I did. It is SO good. The staff is so friendly and it was made qu...

4.90 (492 reviews) (~29.67 km from centre)

Naans & Curries, Momentum Pinares

Indian restaurant

👍👍 Muchasss muchas bueno. BEST Indian food in COSTA RICA. Authentic food with HUGE selections. I mentioned we are celebrating our marriage anniversary and Shindeji surprised us with a complimentary desert with decorations. Will be back again very soon!! Shinde is the BESTTTT!!

$$$ $

4.80 (1.1K reviews) (~10.58 km from centre)

Irazú Crater Lookout Point

Observation deck

👍👍 The place is so beautiful. Please don't forget to make reservations online before going there because there is no service at the top and very hard to find wifi spot. A little bit pricey for a national park.

4.80 (1.1K reviews) (~14.89 km from centre)

OFFER STORE

Thrift store

👍👍 Me parece un buen lugar para encontrar buenos regalos para toda ocasión, la vez pasada fui a comprar un producto y no me di cuenta que estaba defectuoso, regresé a la tienda y los muchachos me colaboraron sin generar ningún obstáculo. Lo recomiendo!

4.90 (461 reviews) (~23.81 km from centre)

El Toledo Coffee Tour

Tourist attraction

👍👍 A beautiful way to embrace sustainable culture. This farm and family are making changes locally that are in a global mindset and it is so powerful. Not to mention that the coffee & wine that is produced is QUALITY and so delicious. It was such a pleasure to experience this tour and when I am back in...

4.90 (458 reviews) (~56.51 km from centre)

Don Olivo Chocolate Tour

Tourist attraction

👍👍 We visited Don Olivo farm as a family of four. Juan, who is the grandson of the owner is extremely welcoming and pleasant. The tour lasted approximately 2 hours during which time, we were constantly fed fresh tropical fruits, freshly squeezed sugar cane juice, cacao and coffee. Make sure to arrive...

4.80 (971 reviews) (~98.53 km from centre)

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Best places in Cartago, Costa Rica