FINCA 6 ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE AND MUSEUM — Point of interest, Costa Rica

Point of interest

FINCA 6 ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE AND MUSEUM

Costa Rica

Finca 6 Archaeological Site and Museum is located in Palmar Sur de Osa, on Costa Rica’s South Pacific coast. It is one of the archaeological sites with pre-Columbian stone spheres in the Diquís Delta, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014. The site preserves stone spheres, mounds, alignments and evidence of ancient pre-Columbian settlements. It is managed by the National Museum of Costa Rica. 

What to find:
• Pre-Columbian stone spheres
• Spheres preserved in situ
• Archaeological mounds
• Visitor center
• Exhibition about the Diquís Delta chiefdoms
• Interpretive trails
• Archaeological history of Costa Rica’s South Pacific
• UNESCO World Heritage Site

Hours:
Tuesday to Sunday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Monday: closed. 

Fee:
Costa Rican adults: ₡1,500
Children under 12: free
Costa Rican students: free
Senior citizens: free
Foreign adults: US$7
Foreign students: US$5 

CRMaps Tip:
A highly recommended visit to understand the pre-Columbian history of Costa Rica’s South Pacific region and the mystery of the stone spheres. Bring water, sunscreen, insect repellent and comfortable shoes. The visit combines museum spaces, trails and open areas, so it is best to go early or during cooler hours.

Place details

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Point of interest

Contact

Website
https://www.museocostarica.go.cr/visitar/