Photo: kansasphoto/Flickr The world bestowed a wealth of biodiversity, rainforests, waterfalls, and sublime coastlines to Quepos, . Named for the native Quepoa Indians who inhabited the area in the colonial era, Quepos is quite the natural wonder. Only ten degrees north of the equator, the city also champions the Pacific Ocean to its west and the Caribbean Sea to its east. Such prime coordinates provide a veritable sanctuary for outdoors enthusiasts.

kansasphoto/Flickr Top 5 Amigos Del Rio Amigos del Rio offers an intense and exhilarating tour that covers over seve... Trimaran Sunset Sail Tours Encounter dolphins, giant sea turtles and whales while sailing to the offsho... Canopy San Lorenzo - Zip lines hex1848/Flickr Canopy San Lorenzo is for the nature lovers and thrill seekers. Soar high th... Manuel Antonio National Park Established in 1972 to preserve and protect the jungle and idyllic beach, th... Espadilla Beach The stunning Playa Espadilla is located on the grounds of the Arenas Del Mar...

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THE CITY Amigos Del Rio Amigos del Rio oers an intense and exhilarating tour that covers over seven miles of challenging river rafting, going through some of the most beautiful stretches of the jungle. As an alternative they also oer ocean kayaking.

kmf164/Flickr (image cropped) Photo: Ammit Jack/Shutterstock.com Address: Province, Quepos, Costa Rica Quepos is located on Costa Rica’s central Pacic Phone: +506 2777 0082 coast and is the gateway to a popular National Internet: www.amigosdelrio.net Park and several beaches. The city center has Email: [email protected] More Info: Located 2 km on the main road to Manuel Antonio many restaurants, bars, bakeries, art galleries, National Park, Quepos. and gift shops. Its citizens love life, celebrating it

with a month-long party where the streets Trimaran Sunset Sail Tours overow with dancers, concerts, parades and Encounter dolphins, giant street carnivals every February. This cozy beach sea turtles and whales community is a great destination for an while sailing to the adventurous and fun-lled vacation. oshore islets. Snorkeling and spectacular views of DO & SEE the sunset will wrap up a perfect day on the water.

Photo: Kevin Pedersen/Shutterstock Address: Slip B-6 Marina Pez Vela, Paseo Del Mar, Quepos, Costa Rica Opening hours: 7am–10pm Phone: +506 2777 1304 Internet: www.sunsetsailstours.com Email: [email protected]

Guanlong D./Flickr (image cropped) Canopy San Lorenzo - Zip lines Book an exhilarating canopy tour, go horseback Canopy San Lorenzo is riding, kayaking, or rafting, learn to surf, or go for the nature lovers and deep sea shing, all while enjoying the colorful thrill seekers. Soar high ora and fauna surrounding this tropical through the rain forest paradise. The diversity of things to do and see and witness the beautiful will keep you busy for many, many days. harmony of the jungle biodiversity: admire birds, monkeys, sloths and other small jungle animals in their natural Destination: Quepos Publishing date: 2019-09-18

habitat. This is one adventure you will never Espadilla Beach forget. The stunning Playa Espadilla is located on San Lorenzo canopy is located 80 km from San the grounds of the Arenas José. Del Mar Beachfront and Rainforest Resort, and is Photo: sean hobson (image cropped) characterized by its Address: 702, Alajuela, San Ramón, Costa Rica natural rock protecting the warm tide pools and Opening hours: Daily 7.30am, 10.30am and 1.30pm its tropical shore birds. A jungle surrounds Phone: +506 2447 9331 Internet: www.canopysanlorenzo.com Arenas Del Mar and touches the sand, oering Email: [email protected] natural shade. The beach is 2 km long and More Info: Distance from San Ramon: 32 km. connects to the National Park.

Manuel Antonio National Park Photo: jlazouphoto/Shutterstock.com Established in 1972 to Address: Playa Espadilla, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica preserve and protect the Opening hours: Espadilla Norte Beach: always open, Espadila Sur Beach: Tue–Sun 7am–4pm jungle and idyllic beach, Phone: +506 2777 0903 the Manuel Antonio More Info: The Espadilla Sur Beach needs the purchase of an National Park is home to entry ticket to the National Park to be accessed, while the many endangered Espadilla North Beach is open to the public. species. There are many tours to suit any Playitas Beach interest, including guided hiking or monkey Playitas Beach, an feeding. So abundant are the riches of the extension of Playa Central Pacic coast that it is said explorer Espadilla, is a cozy beach Ponce de Leon might have discovered the fabled on the north side of the fountain of youth, searching for which he had Arenas Del Mar gone ashore. Beachfront and

Photo: arvind grover/Flickr (image cropped) Rainforest Resort. Beach chairs may be set up in Address: Manuel Antonio National Park, Manuel Antonio, the sun or the shade according to your Costa Rica preferences. Opening hours: Tue–Sun 7am–4pm Phone: +506 2777 2100 Photo: Voyagerix/Shutterstock.com Internet: www.manuelantoniopark.com Address: Playitas Beach, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica Email: [email protected] More Info: Distance from San José: 132 km. An adapted trail Matapalo Beach for people in a wheelchair is available. Playa Matapalo sits between Quepos and Dominical, and its beach is popular for its isolated, hideaway feel. It is mentioned that the Destination: Quepos Publishing date: 2019-09-18

waters tend to have many riptides and surfs, so iguanas. use caution. A turtle egg conservation hatchery can be found here as well. Photo: David Berkowitz/Flickr.com (image cropped) Address: Barrio Inmaculada, Quepos, Costa Rica Opening hours: Daily 6.30am–9.30pm Photo: Syda Productions/Shutterstock.com Phone: +506 2777 0775 Address: Matapalo Beach, Quepos, Costa Rica Internet: www.tucanestours.com Email: [email protected] Calypso Island Cruises More Info: Duration: 4 hrs. Departure time depends on the Calypso Cruises have tides. been the number one tour in Costa Rica for nearly Manuel Antonio Sportfishing 40 years. Calypso's super Quepos oers world class catamaran, Manta Raya, sport shing for all passes through more than ranges of shermen. seven islands in the Gulf of Nicoya. Her port of More than 40 world call is the enchanting Tortuga Island, where you records have been can walk the white sand beach, swim in the registered, including turquoise waters, and explore the marine life sailsh, black, blue, and striped marlin, yellow while the crew prepares a feast. n tuna, Spanish and sierra mackerel, mackerel and more. Reel In Luxury Sport Fishing allows Photo: Brocken Inaglory/Wikipedia.org you to feel the thrill of big-game shing, thanks Address: Avenue 3, , Puntarenas, Costa also to their comfortable air conditioned boats. Rica Opening hours: Mon 8am–8pm, Tue 8am–6pm, Wed–Fri Photo: TeodorLazarev/Shutterstock.com 8am–8pm, Sat–Sun 9am–8pm Address: Slip D-4 at Marina Pez Vela, Quepos, Costa Rica Phone: +506 2256 2727 Opening hours: Daily 5am–10pm Internet: www.calypsocruises.com Phone: +506 8468 1545 Email: [email protected] Internet: www.shingqueposmanuelantonio.com More Info: It is recommended to book in advance. Email: reelinsport[email protected] More Info: The website also provides information about Damas Estuary Boat Trip which sh is more common in which season. The Damas Estuary Boat Trip takes guests on a Brisas del Nara covered boat tour along Brisas del Nara oers an the complex and beautiful exceptional horseback estuaries and mangroves tour. Take a peek at surrounding Damas Costa Rican life and learn Island. The boats are eco-friendly and designed about the tropical for security and comfort, and a naturalist will rainforest as you ride describe a variety of biological relationships through it. They are located 14 km (10 miles) between many organisms in this delicate habitat. from the Quepos-Manuel Antonio area in the Expect to see animals such as white faced foothills of the Cerro Nara Mountains. monkeys, herons, snakes, crocodiles, and Destination: Quepos Publishing date: 2019-09-18

Photo: nullplus/Shutterstock.com Gabriella's Steak Seafood & Pasta Address: Londres, Quepos, Costa Rica Dining at its nest is Opening hours: Daily open 24 hrs. guaranteed at this Phone: +506 2779 1235 Internet: www.horsebacktour.com high-end steak and Email: [email protected] seafood restaurant. More Info: Distance from Manuel Antonio: 14 km. Morning Located at the port and departure: 7.50am. Afternoon departure: 1.30pm. sporting outdoor seating DINING that oers a view of the ocean, it is famous for its Black Angus beef, amazing scallops and impeccable service.

Photo: Tanya Sid/Shutterstock Address: Marina Pez Vella, Quepos, Costa Rica Opening hours: Daily 4pm–10pm Phone: +506 2519 9300 Internet: www.gabriellassteakhouse.com Email: [email protected] More Info: The restaurant hosts themed events throughout

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The dining options are as abundant as the Marisqueria Velamar Restaurant wildlife in Quepos. From restaurants that will Unassuming by day and cook what you caught that day to local Tico brightly lit by night, dining or a romantic dinner, Quepos has Marisqueria Velamar everything to satisfy your taste buds. serves locally sourced fresh seafood cooked in El Avion Restaurant dierent styles, from El Avion is a unique Costa Rican to Caribbean. restaurant built around an airplane brought from Photo: martellostudio/Shutterstock.com Address: Avenue 2 and Calle 3, Quepos, Costa Rica the Nicaraguan Army and Opening hours: Mon–Sat 12pm–10pm, Sun 3pm–10pm converted into a bar. Phone: +506 8860 1169 Enjoy the beautiful ocean More Info: Located in Edicio Aidrosa, Second Floor. and rainforest views while enjoying a sensational menu featuring typical Costa Rican fare. El Gran Escape Bar and Restaurant This old-established pub Photo: Travel Bug/Shutterstock.com in Quepos is located right Address: Puntarenas Province, Quepos, Costa Rica at the marina. It is known Opening hours: Mon–Sat 11.30am–10pm, Sun for introducing new 11.30am–9.30pm Phone: +506 2777 3378 dishes as specials of the Internet: www.elavion.net day, while also Email: [email protected] accommodating as best they can for the requests More Info: Distance from Marco Antonio National Park: 6 km. Destination: Quepos Publishing date: 2019-09-18

of their customers. Hotel Parador.

Photo: dmitrymoi/Shutterstock.com Barba Roja Restaurant Address: Avenue 1, Quepos, Costa Rica The Barba Roja has long Opening hours: Mon–Sun 11am–11pm been one of the more Phone: +506 2777 7850 popular restaurants in Internet: www.elgranescapequepos.com Manuel Antonio, Z Poolside Bistro featuring an outdoor view The sister restaurant to Z of the surrounding nature Gastro Bar comes fully and a wide variety of dishes on oer. A creative equipped with a pool and fusion menu and sushi bar accompanies an a lush jungle surrounds. interior of local hardwoods and bamboo. They have several Photo: MSPhotographic/Shutterstock.com promotions, such as the Address: Route 618, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica 2x1 on burgers that runs Monday to Saturday, Opening hours: Daily 6.30am–10pm from 11am to 6pm. Phone: +506 2777 0331 Internet: www.barbarojarestaurante.com Photo: Thaninee Chuensomchit/Shutterstock.com Email: [email protected] Address: Puerto Quepos, Puntarenas, Costa Rica Opening hours: Daily 7am–10pm Kapi Kapi Restaurant Phone: +506 2777 6948 Taking its name from the Internet: www.zpoolsidebistro.com indigenous Maleku's Email: [email protected] More Info: Located beside Hotel Byblos. greeting, Kapi Kapi features elegant, El Patio de Cafe Milagro Asian-inspired decor, with No matter the time of the a dining room that is day, El Patio de Cafe candlelit come nightfall. Grilled shrimp are Milagro has got you served on sugar-cane skewers with a glaze made covered. They oer from local rum, tamarind, and coconut. dierent menus for breakfast, lunch and Photo: Africa Studio/Shutterstock.com Address: Kilometer 5, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica dinner, so the selection is quite large, ranging Opening hours: Daily 4pm-10pm from their house blend coee to sh llet with Phone: +506 2777 5049 fruit sauce. Email: [email protected] More Info: Located on the main road from Quepos to the Photo: Freeday/Shutterstock.com beach. Address: Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica Opening hours: Daily 7am-10pm Phone: +506 2777 2272 Internet: www.elpatiodecafemilagro.com Email: [email protected] More Info: Located on the road between Quepos and Manuel Antonio National Park, at the intersection of the road to Destination: Quepos Publishing date: 2019-09-18

Rancho Leon Restaurant Address: Espadilla Beach, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica Rancho Leon specializes Opening hours: Daily 10am–10pm in traditional Casada Phone: +506 2777 5350 More Info: Located in front of the beach, at the intersection dishes: rice, beans, of the main road and the road to Manuel Antonio National plantains, peppers, and Park. grilled chicken pieces. The interior is lined with Mira Olas Restaurant overhead fans to ensure that the guests are kept Known mainly for their cool. ne seafood dishes, Mira Olas also has an extensive Photo: Fredy Estuardo Maldonado/Shutterstock.com menu including chicken, Address: 34, Paquita, Quepos, Costa Rica steak, and pasta dishes. Opening hours: Daily 11am–10pm Phone: +506 2777 2660 Sta will be more than Email: [email protected] happy to cook the sh that you catch to your taste. Mercato Del Porto Restaurant The menu at Mercato Del Photo: Olena Serzhanova/Shuttershock.com Porto features seafood Address: Central Avenue, Quepos, Costa Rica Opening hours: Daily 6am - 9pm creations and healthy Phone: +506 2777 0811 dishes such as the More Info: Located beside Best Western Hotel &Casino arugula salad and squid Kamuk, in front of Malecon reastaurant. starter. You also have the chance to ask for a custom pizza, with a wide L'Angolo Restaurant variety of sauces and toppings available. L'Angolo often has a long line for good reason. This Photo: vsl/Shuttershock.com small deli is always Address: Marina Pez Vela, Quepos, Costa Rica welcoming to guests of Opening hours: Daily 7am–10pm Quepos who are Phone: +506 2519 9091 Internet: www.mercatodelporto.com interested in a menu Email: [email protected] based on Italian cuisine, which also oers vegetarian options. The Hawg 'n' Bill Restaurant For all who are craving Photo: Kondor83/Shutterstock.com for some deep fried Address: Central Avenue, Quepos, Costa Rica Opening hours: Mon–Fri 8am–6pm, Sat 8.30am–2pm goodness, you will be Phone: +506 2777 4129 welcome here. The Hawg 'n' Bill caters to the beach crowd with an all-American menu while also oering market fresh seafood specials.

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CAFES Photo: Shebeko/Shuterstock.com Address: Puntarenas Province, Quepos, Costa Rica Opening hours: Mon–Sat 6am–3pm Phone: +506 2777 7702 Internet: www.thebrooklynbakerycr.com Email: [email protected] More Info: Next to Gran Escape Restaurant, in downtown Quepos.

El Patio de Cafe Milagro No matter the time of the Odua Images/Shutterstock.com day, El Patio de Cafe Milagro has got you Whether you want to relax and recharge from an covered. They oer earlier adventure or take time to plan your next dierent menus for one, Quepos oers many places where you can breakfast, lunch and do so while sipping a cup of coee or having a dinner, so the selection is quite large, with the light meal. added bonus of live music every night from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Cafe Milagro Coffee Roasters

Authentic Costa Rican Photo: Freeday/Shutterstock.com Coee can be found in Address: Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica Café Milagro, where the Opening hours: Daily 7am-10pm sta will be more than Phone: +506 2777 2272 Internet: www.elpatiodecafemilagro.com happy to also explain how Email: [email protected] the coee is being More Info: Located on the road between Quepos and Manuel roasted, the history of their sustainable store and Antonio National Park, at the intersection of the road to where their coee is grown. Hotel Parador.

Photo: Evgenia Terekhova/Shuttershock.com Soda Sanchez Address: Central Avenue, Quepos, Costa Rica In Costa Rica, sodas are Opening hours: Mon–Sat 9am–5pm small diners with daily Phone: +506 2777 1707 handwritten menus, Internet: cafemilagro.com More Info: Located in downtown Quepos. characterized by simple, tasty food for very little The Brooklyn Bakery money. One of the dishes This old fashioned style oered by Soda Sanchez is the maduro, cooked bakery in the heart of with plantains plucked directly from a bunch that downtown Quepos hangs just outside. specializes in bagels and donuts, perfect for an Photo: JoannaTkaczuk/Shutterstock.com Address: Central Avenue, Quepos, Costa Rica hearty breakfast, but also Opening hours: Daily 6am - 11pm oers homemade sandwiches for lunch. Phone: +506 2777 7273 Destination: Quepos Publishing date: 2019-09-18

More Info: Located 50 meters east from Banco de Costa Rica, BARS & NIGHTLIFE in front of Gallo.

Soda Come Bien In the northeast corner of the market is where you'll nd Soda Come Bien. Among the best on the whole coast, its daily rotation of cafeteria options might include fresh sh in a tomato edward stojakovic/Flickr (image cropped) citrus sauce, olla de carne, or chicken soup. Quepos denitely comes awake when the sun

Photo: Lyudmila Mikhailovskaya/Shutterstock.com goes down. There's no need to pick just one Address: Avenue 1, Quepos, Costa Rica destination: with a bar on every block in Opening hours: Mon–Sat 6am–5pm, Sun 6am–11am downtown, you will be able to fully experience Phone: +506 2777 2550 Quepos by sampling the assortment of drinking and dancing options. Cafe Agua Azul

The open-air Cafe Agua Cuban Republic Disco Lounge Azul has a fabulous porch Latin or ladies' nights as and panoramic ocean well as drink specials vista. They serve fresh make Cuban Republic sh and upscale bar food. Disco the most reliable The tuna margarita, a party in Quepos and will version of ceviche with a lime-and-tequila never fail to guarantee a marinade, will start you o. great night out with Latin beats and the latest dance music. Photo: Patrick Rohr/Shutterstock.com Address: Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica Photo: Pressmaster/Shutterstock.com Opening hours: Mon–Tue 11am–10pm, Thu–Sun 11am–10pm Address: Quepos, Costa Rica Phone: +506 2777 5280 Opening hours: Tue–Sun 8pm–4am Internet: www.cafeaguaazul.com Phone: +506 8345 9922 More Info: Located on top of Villas del Parque. No reservations accepted. Best Western Hotel & Casino Kamuk Whether you are chasing the big money or just want to have some fun, the casino located in the Best Western Hotel is always a good choice. Be it poker, roulette or slot machines, this Casino features all the popular entertainment options. Destination: Quepos Publishing date: 2019-09-18

Photo: Sergey Hmelevskih/Shutterstock.com Z Poolside Bistro Address: Central Avenue, Quepos, Costa Rica The sister restaurant to Z Opening hours: Daily 11am–4am Gastro Bar comes fully Phone: +506 2777 0811 equipped with a pool and Internet: www.kamuk.co.cr More Info: Located in front of the Malecón. a lush jungle surrounds. They have several El Gran Escape Bar and Restaurant promotions, such as the This old-established pub 2x1 on burgers that runs Monday to Saturday, in Quepos is located right from 11am to 6pm. at the marina. It is known for introducing their new Photo: Thaninee Chuensomchit/Shutterstock.com Address: Puerto Quepos, Puntarenas, Costa Rica dishes as specials of the Opening hours: Daily 7am–10pm day, while also Phone: +506 2777 6948 accomodating as best they can for the requests Internet: www.zpoolsidebistro.com of their customers. Email: [email protected] More Info: Located beside Hotel Byblos.

Photo: dmitrymoi/Shutterstock.com Address: Avenue 1, Quepos, Costa Rica Claro Que Si Seafood Grill & Wine Bar Opening hours: Mon–Sun 11am–11pm The Claro Que Si Phone: +506 2777 7850 Seafood, Grill & Wine Bar Internet: www.elgranescapequepos.com oers elegant dining from Email: [email protected] its location at Hotel Sí Z Gastro Bar Como No and features a Z Gastro Bar is a trendy terrace overlooking the restaurant with an tropical forest and the Pacic coastline. They enclosed beach sand bar also host late night and happy hour events with with cocktails inspired by Latin music from 9pm to 10pm, as well as St. Tropez and Ibiza, as oering complementary cinema passes to use in well as a great wine the resort's theater. selection. They pride themselves on using local Photo: KieferPix/Shutterstock.com and in-season ingredients for their dishes. Address: Manuel Antonio Road Kilometer 4, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica Photo: VitaminCo/Shutterstock.com Opening hours: Daily 12am–10pm Address: Marina Pez Vela, Quepos, Costa Rica Phone: +506 2777 0777 Opening hours: Daily 11.30am–10pm Internet: www.sicomono.com/dining Phone: +506 2777 6948 Email: [email protected] Internet: www.zgastrobar.com Email: [email protected] Destination: Quepos Publishing date: 2019-09-18

Boca Bar Mogotes SHOPPING Boca Bar Mogotes is the adult pool terrace at Hotel Si Como No. It features a whirlpool, water-falls, swim-up bar, and nice vista overlooking both the ocean and the surrounding jungle.

Photo: haveseen / Shutterstock.com Address: Manuel Antonio Road Kilometer 4, Manuel Antonio, eon/Flickr (image cropped) Costa Rica Phone: +506 2777 0777 All around Quepos and Manuel Antonio one will Internet: www.sicomono.com/dining nd endless shopping opportunities, from open Email: [email protected] air shops to high-end stores. Browse local art More Info: Located at Hotel Si Como No. galleries, purchase local spices or cigars, or

Bambu Jam select from the vividly colored ceramics or silver jewelry. If you're looking for live music, then head to Meli Melo Boutique Bambu Jam. The happy Unique souvenirs can be hour starts from 4pm to purchased at Meli Melo 7pm everyday, with Boutique: you can nd a discounts on several large array of pillows, drinks. Sports fans are also welcome to watch aprons, table runners, the most awaited games while enjoying special purses, lamps and promotions on the beverages available. make-up bags in hand-painted designs featuring

Photo: argo74/Shutterstock.com marine life and tropical owers. Address: Manuel Antonio Road, Quepos, Costa Rica Opening hours: Daily 6am–10pm Photo: Yulia Aksa/Shutterstock.com Phone: +506 2777 3369 Address: Avenue 1, Quepos, Costa Rica Email: [email protected] Phone: +506 2777 1528

Regálame If you're looking for souvenirs, you'll nd plenty of beach towels, beachwear, and handmade jewelry at Regálame. Also craft works, clothing, and original paintings and prints can be found here. Destination: Quepos Publishing date: 2019-09-18

Photo: gorillaimages/Shutterstock.com Farmer's Market Address: Manuel Antonio Road KM 4, Manuel Antonio, Costa Artisan cheese Rica (unpasteurized Opening hours: Daily 7am–10pm Camembert), fresh bell Phone: +506 2777 0777 More Info: Located inside Si Como No Resort. peppers, aromatic fruits, and fresh sh on Fridays House of Cigars makes the Ferias del The handmade Premium Argicultor a favorite spot. The Amish jams and Cigars at House of Cigars pastries, fresh coconut water, eggs, and even are prepared from some meats are among what is sold here. selected long-leaf tobacco and imported from the Photo: David Berkowitz (image cropped) Address: Paseo del Mar, Quepos, Costa Rica best Caribbean crops. A Opening hours: Fri 5pm–11pm, Sat 6am–12pm strict quality control assures that all their products follow the Cuban tradition and Jass Surf Shop know-how. A wide variety of surf gear is available for sale Photo: merc67/Shutterstock.com and rental at Jass Surf Address: Quepos, Costa Rica Opening hours: Mon–Sat 8am–8pm Shop. The company also Phone: +506 2777 2208 provides surf tours and Internet: www.faxascigars.com classes, as well as an Email: [email protected] online service for selling their products More Info: Located next to Cafe Milagro.

Photo: idreamphoto/Shutterstock.com Jungle Avenue Address: Pastor Diaz Avenue, Jaco, Costa Rica Locally sourced clothes, Phone: +506 2643 3850 swimwear and More Info: Located 200 meters north of the Jaco National accessories made for both Bank. women and men is what you'll nd at Jungle Avenue. Their products are multifunctional, convertible and made from natural fabrics.

Photo: Maridav/Shutterstock.com Address: Central Avenue, Quepos, Costa Rica Opening hours: Mon–Sat 9am–8pm, Sun 10am–6pm Phone: +506 2777 7580 Email: [email protected] More Info: Located near the Plaza Vista mall. Destination: Quepos Publishing date: 2019-09-18

TOURIST INFORMATION services from this airport.

Photo: Juan Garces Address: Andalucia, San Jose

Passport / Visa Citizens of the European Union as well as Australia, New Zealand, North America, and most Leonora (Ellie) Enking/Flickr (image cropped) countries in South America do not require a

visa to visit Costa Rica. Visitors with a valid, multiple-entry visa or residence permit issued by Quepos La Managua Airport any country of the European Union, Canada or Quepos La Managua the United States can also visit without a visa, Airport is located for a stay of 30 days maximum. Requirements for approximately 5 km (3.1 other visitors depend on their nationality, and miles) from Quepos. It are best checked with your local consulate. services Nature Air and

Sansa airlines, with Photo: TukTuk Design/Shutterstock.com ights to and from Palmar Sur, Puerto Jiménez, and San José. Best Time to Visit The winter months going Taxis line up outside the terminal. The taxi ride from December to March from the airport into Quepos takes approximately are characterized by a 20 minutes. Most local hotels also provide free low chance of airport shuttle services to their guests. If you'd precipitation, a warm like to have your own transportation, you can climate and low humidity, rent a car on Orbitz.com. making it the best season for outdoor activities. That is also what makes it one of the busiest Photo: Juan Garces tourist-wise. Address: Quepos La Managua Airport The fall and spring seasons, on the contrary, feature a lower amount of tourists, but this is Tobias Bolanos International Airport due to the higher likelihood of rain. If you don't The closest International particularly mind the rain and the often overcast Airport is called Tobias weather, this is a good period to visit Quepos. Bolanos International Airport and is situated Photo: VectorA/Shutterstock.com about 130 - 140km from Quepos. Aerobell, CarmonAir and Taxiaereo oer daily charter Destination: Quepos Publishing date: 2019-09-18

Time Zone Post Quepos is one hour Correos de Costa Rica behind Eastern Standard Time (EST) zone. It is six hours behind Greenwich Mean Time (GMT – 6).

Photo: Marek Polakovic Photo: Andy Fuchs Address: Quepos Post Oice, Quepos Public Transport Opening hours: Monday - Friday 8am – 4:30pm, Saturday 8am - 12am, Sunday closed There are two types of Phone: +506 2777 1471 public buses, direct and

collective. The direct bus Pharmacy goes straight from Pharmacy La Economica Quepos to Manuel has two locations in Antonio and the collective Quepos: in front of stops along the way for pick up/drop o. Usually Quepos Bus Station or it leaves every 30 minutes, but after 5 or 6 pm it East of Banco Costa Rica. is once an hour.

Tor get around you can also rent a car at Photo: Gemma Garner Tricolore. Address: Quepos www.tricolorcarrental.com Phone: +506 2777 3212

Photo: Pierre-Luc Auclair Telephone UK and other european Taxi countries Exit Code: 00 Taxi service is readily US, Canada and available in Quepos. Caribbean countries Exit While all taxis’ have code: 011 Australia Exit meters, negotiate the taxi Code: 0011 Country code fare before entering the Costa Rica: 506 taxi. Red Taxi: +560 2777 3080 or 2777 1207 Photo: Jardson Almeida

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Electricity Electrical outlets in Costa Rica are 60 cycles/110 volts, which is compatible with all US appliances. British and European appliances require a at two-pin adaptor and 220-volt converter.

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Population 22,000

Currency The Colon is the currency of Costa Rica, but the US Dollar is also accepted for payments.

Newspapers Tico Times (both online and printed)

Emergency numbers 911

Tourist information Costa Rican Tourism Board +011 506 2299 5800

Tourist Information Center +011 506 2222 1090