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Lonely Planet’s Best of Costa Rica is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wander through the pristine Monteverde Cloud Forest, discover Tico culture in San Jose, and sprawl on a white-sand beach in Montezuma – all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of Costa Rica and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet’s Best of Costa Rica:

• Full-color images throughout 
• Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests 
• Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots 
• Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices 
• Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss 
• Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - covering history, art, food, wine, sport, landscapes, wildlife 
• Free, convenient pull-out map (included in print version), plus easy-to-use color maps to help you explore 
• Covers San Jose, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Manuel Antonio, Volcan Arenal, Montezuma, Peninsula de Osa, Tortuguero, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Playa Samara, and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Best of Costa Rica, our easy-to-use guide, filled with inspiring and colorful photos, focuses on Costa Rica’s most popular attractions for those wanting to experience the best of the best.

Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences, and extensively covers all the country has to offer? Check out Lonely Planet’s Costa Rica guide.