Museo Nacional de Costa Rica, San José

Name: Museo Nacional de Costa Rica
Address: Calle 17, Avenidas Central y Segunda, San José, Costa Rica
Telephone: +506 2547 6272

#12 among attractions in San José

Museum, Top attraction, History museum

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The Museo Nacional de Costa Rica is the national museum of Costa Rica, located in the capital of San José. It is located at Calle 17, between Central and Second Avenue, Cuesta de Moras. It moved to its current location in 1950. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 9°56'5"N, 84°4'15"W

Address

Calle 17, Avenidas Central y SegundaEl Carmen (Carmen)San José Costa Rica

Contact

+506 2547 6272

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Museo Nacional de Costa Rica – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture, Mercado Central de San José, Museo del Oro Precolombino, Museo de los Niños.

0.8 miNW
Museum
Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture, San José
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Mercado Central de San José, San José
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0.4 miW
Museum, Art museum
Museo del Oro Precolombino, San José
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0.8 miNW
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Museo de los Niños, San José
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0.4 miW
Historic theater with shows and tours
Teatro Nacional, San José
11 min walk • The Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica is a beacon of culture and elegance nestled in the heart of San José, the country's bustling capital. Opened in 1897, this exquisite theatre stands as a testament to the nation's dedication to the arts and remains one of the most...
~740 ftE
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Atlántico railway station, San José
4 min walk • The Atlántico railway station, located in the heart of San José, the capital of Costa Rica, is an important transportation hub and a component of the local history of urban transport. This facility, managed by the Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles (INCOFER)...
~1470 ftNW
Outdoor activities, Park, Zoo
Parque Zoológico Nacional Simón Bolívar, San José
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of San José, Costa Rica, the Parque Zoológico Nacional Simón Bolívar stands as a testament to the country's dedication to wildlife conservation and education. This cherished zoo, an urban oasis for nature lovers and families alike, offers a...
~1180 ftNW
Museum
Museo del Jade Marco Fidel Tristán Castro, San José
6 min walk • The Museo del Jade is an archaeological museum in San José, Costa Rica. Since 2014, it has been located in front of Plaza de la Democracia. It was founded in 1977 by Fidel Tristán Castro, the first president of the INS. The museum contains the world's largest collection of American jade.
0.6 miW
Theater, Opera, Concerts and shows
Teatro Popular Melico Salazar, San José
16 min walk • The Melico Salazar Theatre is located in San José, Costa Rica. It maintains a full schedule of concerts, recitals, and plays. While large and built in the European Baroque style, it is far simpler than the Parisian influenced Teatro Nacional one block east.
0.6 miW
Church
Metropolitan Cathedral of San José, San José
15 min walk • The Metropolitan Cathedral of San José Spanish: Catedral Metropolitana is a cathedral in San José, Costa Rica, located on Calle Central and Avenues 2 and 4. The original cathedral was built in 1802 but was destroyed by an earthquake.
~550 ftNW
Museum, Art museum
Museo de Arte y Diseño Contemporáneo, San José
3 min walk • The Museum of Contemporary Art and Design, founded in 1994, is a Costa Rican museum, specialising in contemporary Central American art and design, but also representing international work in the field.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museo Nacional de Costa Rica open?

Museo Nacional de Costa Rica is open:

Monday 24h
Tuesday 24h
Wednesday 24h
Thursday 24h
Friday 24h
Saturday 24h
Sunday 24h

Which popular attractions are close to Museo Nacional de Costa Rica?

Nearby attractions include Museo de Arte y Diseño Contemporáneo, San José (3 min walk), Atlántico railway station, San José (4 min walk), Museo del Jade Marco Fidel Tristán Castro, San José (6 min walk), Club Colonial, San José (6 min walk).

How to get to Museo Nacional de Costa Rica by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museo Nacional de Costa Rica:

Bus

Parada Parque Nacional • Lines: 142 (2 min walk)
Parada Hospital Calderón Guardia • Lines: 142 (3 min walk)

Train

Estación Atlántico (4 min walk)
Ambos Mares (15 min walk)