San Jose

How to get there
Most visitors to San Jose will fly in directly to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Costa Rica's air services are excellent and offer daily flights to every province in the country.

Climate
The average daytime temperature is about 75 degrees Fahrenheit. The rainy season begins in May and lasts to October with showers mostly during the evening. Mornings are fresh and dew laden.

What to wear
For traveling in the city, stick to comfortable lightweight cotton clothing. Long pants and long-sleeved shirts are interchangeable with shorts and tees, but carry a light jacket. A rain poncho is essential when visiting during the rainy season. Keep shoes as comfortable as possible for those walking city tours!

Sights to see
Fidel Tristan Jade Museum boasts a large collection of jade jewelry, utensils and other artifacts. Address and visiting hours, fee Pueblo Museum proffers a recreation of traditional settings found throughout the Costa Rican countryside. Address and visiting hours, fee

Services available
The public transportation system is excellent in San Jose. You will find that routes crisscross the city at regular intervals and provide a safe and inexpensive mode of transportation. Pamphlets should be available from your travel agency.
Taxi services are widely available and easily identifiable by a white triangle on their door. They are relatively inexpensive and are worth considering when two or three are traveling together. Make sure you agree on a rate before you enter the cab.
Car rental agencies are abundant! Conveniently located in the airport and on virtually every street corner. You can go for the standard car for city use or the four-wheel drive vehicle when you want to go off the beaten path.