Santa Bárbara de Heredia, Alajuela

Name: Santa Bárbara de Heredia
Address: Alajuela, Costa Rica

#7 among attractions in Alajuela

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Santa Bárbara is one of the six districts that make up the canton of Santa Bárbara, Costa Rica. The district of Santa Bárbara is commonly referred to as Santa Bárbara de Heredia, and is the seat of the municipality of Santa Bárbara, and therefore awarded the title of city. It is an important commercial and transportation hub, approximately seven miles from the provincial capital of Heredia and five miles from the provincial capital of Alajuela. ()

Local name: Santa Bárbara Area: 0.49 mi²Coordinates: 10°2'18"N, 84°9'38"W

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Santa Bárbara de Heredia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Parque Diversiones, Paseo de las Flores, Bocaraca, Balneario Ojo de Agua.

5.8 miSE
Amusement park
Parque Diversiones, San José
149 min walk • Nestled in the heart of San José, Costa Rica, Parque Diversiones is a vibrant oasis of fun and excitement for families and thrill-seekers alike. As the premier amusement park in the country, this attraction offers a wide array of rides, games, and experiences that...
4.9 miSE
9°59'8"N • 84°6'42"W
Paseo de las Flores, Heredia
126 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
5.8 miSE
Amusement park, Amusement ride
Bocaraca, San José
149 min walk • Bocaraca is a steel roller coaster located at Parque de Diversiones Dr. Roberto Ortiz Brenes in San José, Costa Rica. It is a standard production model Vekoma Whirlwind double corkscrew roller coaster, featuring a 64-foot lift hill, and a pair of corkscrews separated by a turn. Overall track length is 1,184 feet.
4.4 miSW
9°59'7"N • 84°11'47"W
Balneario Ojo de Agua, Alajuela
113 min walk • Watersports, Water park, Amusement park
4.1 miSE
Church
Iglesia de la Inmaculada, Heredia
105 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Heredia, Costa Rica, the Iglesia de la Inmaculada stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage and architectural charm. This stunning church is a centerpiece of the community, serving as a place of worship and a historical...
2.8 miSE
Church
Parroquia San Bartolomé Apóstol, Heredia
72 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Heredia, Costa Rica, the Parroquia San Bartolomé Apóstol stands as a beacon of historical and spiritual significance. This church, with its elegant architecture, serves as a central place of worship and a gathering spot for the local community.
3.4 miSE
Natural history museum, Museum
Museo de Cultura Popular, Heredia
88 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Heredia, Costa Rica, the Museo de Cultura Popular stands as a testament to the rich and diverse cultural heritage of the region. This museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the traditional Costa Rican way of life, offering...
3.6 miSW
Neighbourhood, Church
Iglesia de la Agonía, Alajuela
91 min walk • The Iglesia de la Agonía is a historical landmark nestled in the heart of Alajuela, Costa Rica. This church, with its striking architecture, is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the region. Built in the 18th century, the Iglesia de la Agonía stands as one...
3.9 miSW
Temple
San José Costa Rica Temple, San José
101 min walk • The San José Costa Rica Temple is the 87th operating temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The church's First Presidency announced on March 17, 1999 that a temple would be built in San José, Costa Rica.
4.5 miSW
10°0'47"N • 84°13'17"W
Plaza Ferias, Alajuela
115 min walk • Market, Shopping
3.5 miW
Football, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto, Alajuela
89 min walk • The Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto is a football stadium in El Llano neighborhood of Alajuela, Costa Rica which is the home of Liga Deportiva Alajuelense. It also serves as the home ground of Carmelita, who rent the stadium from Alajuelense.