Other Activities in the San Jose Area
Shopping:
  • Artisans Market
  • Multiplaza in Escazu
  • Hipermas (the Walmart of Costa Rica)
  • A number of grocery stores nearby
  • A number of locally owned and operated stores nearby Shopping in Downtown San Jose is always an experience.
Museums:
  • Gold Museum
  • Jade Museum
  • National Museum
Theaters:
  • National Theater
  • Cinemark Movie Theater in Multiplaza (Escazu)
    • This movie theatre is located in the Muliplaza Mall which has 8 screens and a number of movies in English (with Spanish Subtitles)
  • VIP Movie Theater in Terra Mall
    • This is located at the Terra Mall across town, but is well worth the drive (do not take a cab there during rush hour traffic). This is the ultimate movie experience! It has pre-selected seating, large reclining seats, waiters to take your orders, and a menu with a wide assortment of items. The cost is less than regular theatres in Canada and the United States and Wednesday night is "cheap night" with admission price approximately $4 per person.