The Central Valley is one of the most important areas concerning ecotourism in Costa Rica. Its incredible natural parks, active volcanoes and exotic fauna are some of the attractions of this central region. Through the most established customs and traditions, you will become fully involved in the deep life of Costa Rican people in the country’s inland. Nor must you forget the rest and peace you will find in its charming and picturesque villages to make of your vacation an unforgettable experience.
Find out more about all the interesting sites of the Central Valley:
Cartago city
Discover the modern Cartago, the most important pilgrimage site of Costa Rica, and visit the Irazú volcano
Nuestra Senora de los Angeles Basilica
Come to the splendid and renowned pilgrimage site Nuestra Senora de los Ángeles Basilica, in Costa Rica
Cartago Ruins
Get to know the surprising Cartago Ruins, in Costa Rica, and stroll through its fabulous tropical garden
Irazú National Park
Come to the Irazú National Park, in the Cartago county, and admire the largest active volcano in the country
Orosí Valley
Find out the hidden wealth in the Orosí Valley, its colonial past and the beauty of its Costa Rican landscapes
Mirador de Orosí Overlook
Discover the Mirador de Orosí scenic overlook, placed in the heart of nature, in Costa Rica
Iglesia de Orosí Church
Admire the purity of the Iglesia de Orosí Church, one of the oldest temples in Costa Rica
Tapantí National Park
Visit the Tapantí National Park, in Cartago, and enjoy hiking surrounded by lush nature
Cachí
Have fun in one of the most charming villages in Costa Rica, Cachí, in the Cartago county
Lago de Cachí
Ride a bike in the surroundings of Cachí, in Costa Rica, and discover the graceful Cachí Lake
Casa del Soñador House
Go to the Casa del Soñador House, in Cartago, and contemplate the marvelous artistic work of Macedonio Quesada
Paraíso
Visit one of the most crowded villages in the Cartago province, Paraíso, in Costa Rica
Jardín Botánico Lankester
Contemplate the incredible collection of orchids in the splendid Jardín Botánico Lankester, in Cartago
Ujarrás
Find out one of the oldest ecclesiastical structures in Ujarrás, in the Cartago province of Costa Rica
Ruinas de Ujarrás
Discover the Ruinas de Ujarrás in Costa Rica and the legendary story of the Virgen del Rescate
CATIE
Visit the CATIE and notice the sustainable agriculture projects in Costa Rica through its adventurous tours
Guayabo National Monument
Admire the Guayabo National Monument and discover one of the most relevant sites in Costa Rica
Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de Ujarrás Church Ruins
Get to know the Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de Ujarrás Church Ruins, in Cartago, and also its magnificent gardens
La Marta Wildlife Refuge
Experience authentic wildlife into the La Marta Wildlife Refuge in Cartago, Costa Rica
San Gerardo de Dota
Visit the charming village of San Gerardo de Dota, in Costa Rica, and find out the beautiful quetzal
Santa María de Dota
Visit Santa María y Valle de Dota and taste one of the best coffees of the San José county, in Costa Rica
Los Quetzales National Park
Go to the Los Quetzales National Park and discover one of the most symbolic Costa Rican birds
Cerro de la Muerte
Come to explore the Cerro de la Muerte and admire the landscape from this amazing peak in Costa Rica
Bosque Eterno de los Niños
Stop by the Bosque Eterno de los Niños, in Costa Rica, and contemplate its amazing wild fauna
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