{"id":15686,"date":"2021-07-21T10:37:32","date_gmt":"2021-07-21T08:37:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/?p=15686"},"modified":"2024-02-21T13:08:40","modified_gmt":"2024-02-21T12:08:40","slug":"things-to-do-puntarenas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-puntarenas\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do in Puntarenas Costa Rica"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-left kksr-valign-top\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;15686&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;top&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;4&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Rate this post&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;0\\\/5&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;24&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Things to do in Puntarenas Costa Rica&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;_legend&quot;:&quot;{score}\\\/{best}&quot;,&quot;font_factor&quot;:&quot;1.25&quot;}'>\n            \n<div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"2\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"3\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"4\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"5\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-active\" style=\"width: 0px;\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                \n\n<div class=\"kksr-legend\" style=\"font-size: 19.2px;\">\n            <span class=\"kksr-muted\">Rate this post<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<p>As one of <strong>the most visited regions in the country<\/strong>, there are plenty of things to do in Puntarenas, Costa Rica. Despite the small size of the city of Puntarenas, you can find several important places to visit. Once you have finished with the urban part, you can discover all the wonders of the rest of the province.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will be able to enjoy an extensive coastline full of breathtaking beaches, paradisaical islands and nature that will leave you speechless. It is the<strong> ideal destination to enjoy nature and the sea<\/strong>, as well as the wonderful climate that Costa Rica has to offer. This part of the country also boasts some of the <strong>most impressive flora and fauna in the world<\/strong>, and is a favourite destination for travellers from all around the globe. Read on to find out more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>Organise your travel itinerary with <a href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en?action=modal&amp;target=register&amp;ref=blogpassporter&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=things-to-do-puntarenas&amp;utm_term=recomendacion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Passporter<\/a>, completely free to use, easy and practical. Get inspired by the experiences of other travellers and choose the places that interest you most by adding them to your route map.<\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Post content<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d4d16dd6633\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" 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href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-puntarenas\/#Paseo-de-los-Turistas\" >Paseo de los Turistas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-puntarenas\/#Sacred-Heart-Cathedral\" >Sacred Heart Cathedral<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-puntarenas\/#Pacific-Marine-Park\" >Pacific Marine Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-puntarenas\/#Playa-Blanca-in-Puntarenas\" >Playa Blanca in Puntarenas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-puntarenas\/#Marine-History-Museum\" >Marine History Museum<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-puntarenas\/#What-to-see-around-Puntarenas-Costa-Rica\" >What to see around Puntarenas Costa Rica<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-puntarenas\/#Los-Negritos-Island\" >Los Negritos Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-puntarenas\/#Manuel-Antonio-National-Park\" >Manuel Antonio National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-puntarenas\/#See-San-Jose\" >See San Jos\u00e9<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-puntarenas\/#Tips-for-your-trip-to-Puntarenas-Costa-Rica\" >Tips for your trip to Puntarenas Costa Rica<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-puntarenas\/#What-to-see-in-Puntarenas-Costa-Rica-in-1-day\" >What to see in Puntarenas Costa Rica in 1 day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-puntarenas\/#What-to-see-in-Puntarenas-Costa-Rica-in-2-days\" >What to see in Puntarenas Costa Rica in 2 days?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-puntarenas\/#Frequently-Asked-Questions-about-a-trip-to-Puntarenas-Costa-Rica\" >Frequently Asked Questions about a trip to Puntarenas Costa Rica<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-puntarenas\/#How-to-plan-your-itinerary-of-places-to-see-in-Puntarenas\" >How to plan your itinerary of places to see in Puntarenas?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-things-to-see-in-puntarenas-costa-rica\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things-to-see-in-Puntarenas-Costa-Rica\"><\/span>Things to see in Puntarenas Costa Rica<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-paseo-de-los-turistas\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Paseo-de-los-Turistas\"><\/span>Paseo de los Turistas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Paseo de los Turistas, as its name suggests, is <strong>a pedestrian boulevard that runs along the coast from one end of the city to the other<\/strong>. It is the ideal spot for a stroll after a day of sightseeing in the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Along the boulevard you will find a wide variety of restaurants and places to stop for a drink overlooking the sea, as well as numerous <strong>souvenir stalls with local artisan products<\/strong>. You&#8217;ll also find a number of <strong>kiosks<\/strong>, which are informal-looking but well-known restaurants in the area. Here you can try the famous <em>Churchill<\/em>, a typical Puntarenas dessert. We recommend going to the promenade at sunset to enjoy the <strong>stunning scenery<\/strong>. You won&#8217;t regret it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-attachment-id=\"15690\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-puntarenas\/attachment\/paseo-turistas-puntarenas-costa-rica\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/paseo-turistas-puntarenas-costa-rica.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1024,683\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"paseo-turistas-puntarenas-costa-rica\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/paseo-turistas-puntarenas-costa-rica.jpg?fit=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/paseo-turistas-puntarenas-costa-rica.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/paseo-turistas-puntarenas-costa-rica.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"things to do in puntarenas costa rica, paseo de los turistas\" class=\"wp-image-15690\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/paseo-turistas-puntarenas-costa-rica.jpg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/paseo-turistas-puntarenas-costa-rica.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/paseo-turistas-puntarenas-costa-rica.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Paseo de los Turistas Puntarenas @unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sacred-heart-cathedral\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sacred-Heart-Cathedral\"><\/span>Sacred Heart Cathedral<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, also known as the Cathedral of Puntarenas, is <strong>one of the most important religious buildings in Costa Rica<\/strong>. This beautiful temple is a Roman Catholic church that was built in 1902.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is located right in the centre of the city, so you will have no problem finding it. As well as its imposing size, it also has an interesting<strong> facade made of stone and brick<\/strong>, adding to its allure. You can also go inside and admire its beautiful decoration and architecture. This is a cultural visit you must not miss on your trip to Puntarenas!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pacific-marine-park\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pacific-Marine-Park\"><\/span>Pacific Marine Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Pacific Marine Park is <strong>an impressive aquarium-like park<\/strong> that is home to a myriad of marine species. It is the ideal place to spend a morning or afternoon, especially if you are travelling with children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This park is <strong>located where the train station used to be<\/strong>. Adults and children alike will be fascinated by the wide variety of aquatic animals in the various tanks. You can see <strong>turtles, tropical fish, manta rays, crocodiles and even large sharks<\/strong>! Once you&#8217;ve finished your visit, there is a small pool where the kids can take a dip or have fun in the play area. This may become their favourite place in Puntarenas Costa Rica!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-playa-blanca-in-puntarenas\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Playa-Blanca-in-Puntarenas\"><\/span>Playa Blanca in Puntarenas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Playa Blanca is <strong>one of the most beautiful beaches in all of Costa Rica<\/strong>. Located less than an hour from Puntarenas, <strong>you can easily reach it <\/strong>and enjoy an idyllic spot in front of the sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This beach is located within the famous Punta Leona Refuge, in the province of Puntarenas. Enjoy <strong>impressive natural surroundings, mainly characterised by the inviting crystal clear waters and white sands<\/strong>. In addition, the mixture of beach and greenery creates a picture-perfect image. You can spend a morning or afternoon enjoying the sun and the water while admiring the <strong>impressive cliffs<\/strong> that border the beach, which have been featured in several films. This is <strong>the perfect place to snorkel <\/strong>and enjoy the wonders of the sea. Make sure you don&#8217;t miss it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-attachment-id=\"15692\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-puntarenas\/attachment\/playa-blanca-puntarenas-costa-rica\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/playa-blanca-puntarenas-costa-rica.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1024,683\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"playa-blanca-puntarenas-costa-rica\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/playa-blanca-puntarenas-costa-rica.jpg?fit=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/playa-blanca-puntarenas-costa-rica.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/playa-blanca-puntarenas-costa-rica.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"playa blanca things to do in puntarenas costa rica\" class=\"wp-image-15692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/playa-blanca-puntarenas-costa-rica.jpg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/playa-blanca-puntarenas-costa-rica.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/playa-blanca-puntarenas-costa-rica.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Playa Blanca, Puntarenas @unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-marine-history-museum\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Marine-History-Museum\"><\/span>Marine History Museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Marine Historical Museum is located inside the old Puntarenas barracks, attached to the House of Culture, the Public Library and an amphitheatre. It is <strong>one of the main places to visit on your trip to Puntarenas, <\/strong>Costa Rica.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During your visit, you can enjoy a series of temporary and permanent painting and sculpture exhibitions. <strong>You can learn about the first indigenous settlements<\/strong> in the area, as well as their customs and lifestyles. In addition, you can also enjoy an <strong>exhibition on the history and importance of the city&#8217;s port<\/strong>, as well as a tour of the area&#8217;s biodiversity. We 100% recommend visiting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en?action=modal&amp;target=register&amp;ref=blogpassporter&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=things-to-do-puntarenas&amp;utm_term=1\" style=\"background-color:#2a7057\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Create your travel itinerary for Puntarenas<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-to-see-around-puntarenas-costa-rica\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-to-see-around-Puntarenas-Costa-Rica\"><\/span>What to see around Puntarenas Costa Rica<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-los-negritos-island\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Los-Negritos-Island\"><\/span>Los Negritos Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Los Negritos Islands are <strong>a large biological reserve <\/strong>that aims to care for and maintain <strong>numerous species of seabirds<\/strong>, as well as an abundance of flora and fauna in a completely idyllic environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Located in the Gulf of Nicoya, it is now part of Costa Rica&#8217;s national park system. You can enjoy a <strong>completely natural environment <\/strong>with some of the most beautiful native species, as well as a sunny climate. These islands are in close proximity to Tortuga Island, another of the area&#8217;s most famous islands. On your visit to these islands, we recommend <strong>snorkelling<\/strong> in their waters, as you will be able to see rich marine life. You won&#8217;t regret it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-manuel-antonio-national-park\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Manuel-Antonio-National-Park\"><\/span>Manuel Antonio National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Manuel Antonio National Park is <strong>a vast natural conservation area in the heart of the Pacific Coast<\/strong>, in the province of Puntarenas. With a land area of almost 2,000 hectares and a marine area of more than 55,000 hectares, it is one of the largest and most important parks in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can spend the day in dreamlike surroundings that blend two of the most beautiful environments in the world: the forest and the sea. Once there you will find numerous trails for long walks, <strong>all surrounded by impressive wildlife <\/strong>made up of aquatic areas, mangroves, islands and even a beautiful lagoon. <strong>A true natural paradise<\/strong>, ideal for those who enjoy the great outdoors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-attachment-id=\"15697\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-puntarenas\/attachment\/manuel-antonio-national-park-puntarenas\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/manuel-antonio-national-park-puntarenas.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1024,683\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"manuel-antonio-national-park-puntarenas\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/manuel-antonio-national-park-puntarenas.jpg?fit=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/manuel-antonio-national-park-puntarenas.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/manuel-antonio-national-park-puntarenas.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"manuel antonio Things to do in puntarenas costa rica\" class=\"wp-image-15697\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/manuel-antonio-national-park-puntarenas.jpg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/manuel-antonio-national-park-puntarenas.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/manuel-antonio-national-park-puntarenas.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Manuel Antonio National Park, Puntarenas @unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-see-san-jos\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"See-San-Jose\"><\/span>See San Jos\u00e9<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the places you can&#8217;t miss on your trip to Costa Rica is <strong>the capital city<\/strong>, San Jos\u00e9. Located less than 100 kilometres from Puntarenas, you will be delighted with all that this city has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this city you will be able to enjoy <strong>great history and culture<\/strong>, reflected in its buildings, landmarks and even small streets. As it is a city, it also offers a variety of leisure activities that will make your trip to San Jos\u00e9 a complete adventure. Before leaving, don&#8217;t forget to visit<strong> some of its most beautiful natural spots<\/strong>, such as the Tortuguero National Park or the Po\u00e1s Volcano. If you want to find out more, read our post: <a href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/costa-rica\/things-to-do-san-jose\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Things to do in San Jose Costa Rica<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-for-your-trip-to-puntarenas-costa-rica\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips-for-your-trip-to-Puntarenas-Costa-Rica\"><\/span>Tips for your trip to Puntarenas Costa Rica<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" id=\"block-487bc5a8-91f5-4633-9585-8fc5a2bca045\"><li>Wear sufficient sun protection<\/li><li>Basic vaccinations for tetanus, rabies and hepatitis A and B are recommended.<\/li><li>Don&#8217;t forget to take out good travel insurance.<\/li><li>Add comfortable shoes for walking in nature to your suitcase.<\/li><li>Make sure you have enough dollars.<\/li><li>We recommend renting a car to get around the area.<\/li><li>Beware of scams in taxis and other means of transport.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-to-see-in-puntarenas-costa-rica-in-1-day\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-to-see-in-Puntarenas-Costa-Rica-in-1-day\"><\/span>What to see in Puntarenas Costa Rica in 1 day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" id=\"block-9ac48169-3a2c-418c-a4d2-933188ba335d\"><li>Discover the Paseo de los Turistas<\/li><li>Go to the Marine History Museum <\/li><li>Admire the Sacred Heart Cathedral <\/li><li>Enjoy the Playa Blanca<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-to-see-in-puntarenas-costa-rica-in-2-days\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-to-see-in-Puntarenas-Costa-Rica-in-2-days\"><\/span>What to see in Puntarenas Costa Rica in 2 days?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" id=\"block-e8e62c3a-6749-4ae6-88b9-0790a1911f46\"><li>Escape to Los Negritos Islands<\/li><li>Trip to San Jos\u00e9<\/li><li>Discover the Pacific Marine Park<\/li><li>Visit the Manuel Antonio National Park<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en?action=modal&amp;target=register&amp;ref=blogpassporter&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=things-to-do-puntarenas&amp;utm_term=2\" style=\"background-color:#2a7057\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Create your travel itinerary for Puntarenas<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions-about-a-trip-to-puntarenas-costa-rica\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently-Asked-Questions-about-a-trip-to-Puntarenas-Costa-Rica\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions about a trip to Puntarenas Costa Rica<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1626793022260\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How much is a ticket to the Pacific Marine Park?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There are different fees to enter the Pacific Marine Park.<br\/><br\/>&#8211; A ticket for over 12s costs 2,900 colones (equivalent to approximately \u20ac4).<br\/>&#8211; A ticket for children between 4 and 11 years old costs 1,6000 colones (approximately 2\u20ac).<br\/>&#8211; Admission for children under 4 years old is free.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1626793244448\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How to get to San Jos\u00e9 from Puntarenas?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The journey time from San Jos\u00e9 to Puntarenas is under an hour and a half. It is a 96-kilometre journey, preferably by car, as public transport is limited and not very well connected.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1626793289659\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How to get to Playa Blanca from Puntarenas?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The journey from Puntarenas to Playa Blanca is around 50 kilometres, which takes about an hour.<br\/><br\/>You will need to take road 17 to El Roble and then take road 23. Then take road 1 and stay on it until you see the fork to road 132. Follow this road until you pass Punta Morales: you have reached your destination.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1626793457929\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How to get to Los Negritos Island?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The easiest way to get to Los Negritos Island is to take a boat from Puntarenas to Tortuga Island, which usually takes a route around the islands in the area, including Los Negritos.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-plan-your-itinerary-of-places-to-see-in-puntarenas\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-to-plan-your-itinerary-of-places-to-see-in-Puntarenas\"><\/span>How to plan your itinerary of places to see in Puntarenas?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Download the Passporter app and <strong>plan your trip in the most organised way<\/strong>, according to the number of days and places you want to see in the Puntarenas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the app you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" id=\"block-43724ab5-c668-4efd-810e-931d0dd969cb\"><li>Get inspired by other travellers&#8217; experiences.<\/li><li>Save important information about the destinations you want to visit that you have found on the internet. Just install the Chrome extension and save everything useful for your trip.<\/li><li>Save tickets and reservations.<\/li><li>Organise your route on Google maps with your accommodation as the starting point or any other point that you choose.<\/li><li>Know the best travel option for each location.<\/li><li>Save and post your own photos and experiences as you go, so that when someone asks you &#8220;How was your trip to Puntarenas?&#8221;, you can say &#8220;Visit my traveller profile on Passporter.&#8221;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are interested in learning more about how to use and get the most out of the Passporter app, you can read our post: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/travel\/travel-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to create your travel itinerary with Passporter<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As one of the most visited regions in the country, there are plenty of things to do in Puntarenas, Costa Rica. Despite the small size of the city of Puntarenas, you can find several important places to visit. Once you have finished with the urban part, you can discover all the wonders of the rest of the province. You will be able to enjoy an extensive coastline full of breathtaking beaches, paradisaical islands and nature that will leave you speechless. It is the ideal destination to enjoy nature and the sea, as well as the wonderful climate that Costa Rica has to offer. This part of the country also boasts some of the most impressive flora and fauna in the world, and is a favourite destination for travellers from all around the globe. 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