Statue of Tomás Guardia Gutiérrez, the figure of Alajuela and the first military man to govern Costa Rica

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Alajuela Holidays

Alajuela is a big city close to San José. In the shadow of the capital, it is an interesting departure point for visiting the North of the country and its volcanoes.

Visit Alajuela

Nature, Adventure & Sport
Art & Culture
Volcano

Alajuela: How to get there?

45 minutes by bus from the capital San José

Alajuela: See when to go?

From December to April

Alajuela: For how long?

1 to 2 days

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Alajuela: What to see nearby?

Tortuguero National Park

Arenal Volcano National Park

Volcán Tenorio

Nicoya

What our travellers think of their stay

Alajuela is a big city close to San José. In the shadow of the capital, it is an interesting departure point for visiting the North of the country and its volcanoes.

My suggestion

Choose Alajuela for going to explore the Poas Volcano (37 kilometres away). A public bus allows you to get there easily without spending a fortune on an organised visit.