Essential Costa Rica Street Food Crawl in San José
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Step into the heart of San José’s everyday flavor with this immersive street food crawl, where local vendors, family-run kioskos, and night-market bites tell the story of Costa Rica’s culinary soul. Guided by a bilingual local host passionate about Costa Rican foodways, you’ll explore a curated lineup of must-try snacks and comfort dishes, from golden empanadas and chorreadas to regional twists on tamales and freshly griddled tortillas.
This is not a tourist trap.. this is where locals go when they’re hungry. Between bites, you’ll learn the cultural roots behind each dish, explore vibrant neighborhoods, and pick up tips on what and where to eat next during your trip. A few refreshing drinks and a sweet surprise round out the experience.
You’ll walk moderate distances through a few bustling blocks of San José, stopping frequently to eat, chat, and learn. Bring an appetite, a camera and a spirit of discovery!
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Spanish
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Travel tips & food recommendations for the rest of your stay
- Cultural insights & food storytelling at each stop
- Guided food tour led by a bilingual local expert (English/Spanish)
- Neighborhood exploration through local markets or streets
- All the food samples and drinks included in the street food crawl
- Multiple food tastings across different street food vendors (enough for a full meal)
Not included
- Transfers
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Different iconic Food Spots and food stands around San Jose to discover and sample some of the most popular street foods of Costa Rica!
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
Please note that the exact meeting point address will be sent to you by our booking manager shortly after your reservation is confirmed, as our starting location may vary.
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Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
- 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before
- May be cancelled for bad weather
- May be cancelled if there are not enough travelers
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From $90.00 per person
- Free cancellation
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