SAN JOSÉ CENTRAL MARKET

San José Central Market is one of Costa Rica’s most important historic markets. Founded in 1880, it occupies a full city block in the capital’s downtown area and has been declared Cultural Heritage. It is a traditional place to experience local San José life, try typical food, buy local products and walk through alleys filled with sodas, shops, crafts, flowers, spices and popular businesses. 

What to find:
• Sodas and traditional Costa Rican food
• Fruits, vegetables, meats, fish and fresh products
• Coffee, spices, herbs and traditional goods
• Crafts and souvenirs
• Flower shops and local stores
• Historic alleys with a local atmosphere
• One of downtown San José’s classic stops

Hours:
Monday to Saturday: 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sunday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 

CRMaps Tip:
A great place to try typical food, buy souvenirs and experience an authentic local stop in downtown San José. Best visited during the day. Keep an eye on personal belongings and combine it with Central Avenue, the National Theatre, the Gold Museum and Plaza de la Cultura.