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Attractions in Costa Rica

Sights, markets, museums and nights out in Costa Rica, with our top choices first and then the places readers open most.

12 places

Manuel Antonio Beach

Beach · Manuel Antonio National ParkManuel Antonio Beach

Beach · Manuel Antonio National ParkPlaya Las Gemelas

Playa Espadilla Sur

Beach · Manuel Antonio National ParkEspadilla South Beach

green trees beside blue sea

Sight · Manuel Antonio National ParkCathedral Point

Sight · Manuel Antonio National ParkPlaya Espadilla

Sight · Manuel Antonio National ParkSendero Playa Gemelas

Sight · Manuel Antonio National ParkPlayitas

Sight · Manuel Antonio National ParkGreentique Wildlife Refuge

Sight · Manuel Antonio National ParkArenas del Mar

Sight · Manuel Antonio National ParkPlaya Puerto Escondido

Sight · Manuel Antonio National ParkLa Trampa

Sight · Manuel Antonio National ParkSendero El Escondido

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