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Top 10 attractions in Playa Hermosa

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Mirador de Jacó

Mirador de Jacó

3.2
Jaco · 3.7km from Playa Hermosa
Jaco Beach

Jaco Beach

3.1

A beach on Costa Rica's Pacific coast has brown sand and pebbles and is suitable for surfing.

Jaco · 5.5km from Playa Hermosa
El Miro

El Miro

3.1
Jaco · 3.3km from Playa Hermosa
Vista Los Suenos Adventure Park

Vista Los Suenos Adventure Park

3.2
Herradura · 12km from Playa Hermosa
The Park At Ocean Ranch

The Park At Ocean Ranch

2.6
Carara · 5.9km from Playa Hermosa
Playa Herradura

Playa Herradura

2.7
Herradura · 11.2km from Playa Hermosa
Royal Butterflies

Royal Butterflies

2.5
Carara · 6km from Playa Hermosa
Hermosa Beach

Hermosa Beach

2.5
Playa Hermosa · 1.9km from downtown
Canopy Vista Los Suenos

Canopy Vista Los Suenos

2.7
Herradura · 12km from Playa Hermosa
Chiclets Zipline

Chiclets Zipline

2.5
Playa Hermosa · 1.6km from downtown

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Manuel Antonio National Park
No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Costa Rica

Manuel Antonio National Park

5.8
5.0/5
6 reviews
Quepos · 54.4km from Playa Hermosa
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Tenorio Rainforest Hanging Bridges, waterfall and Sloth Encounter

Tenorio Rainforest Hanging Bridges, waterfall and Sloth Encounter

5.0/5
1 review

Departs from Playa Hermosa

Free cancellationBook now for tomorrowDuration: 6–8 hrsEnglish
FromUS$300.00
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5 days · Los Angeles - Avalon - Ensenada - Los Angeles

5 days · Los Angeles - Avalon - Ensenada - Los Angeles

4.7/5
3,451 reviews7 booked

Explore the US and Mexico coasts and experience the sunny beaches and Hollywood charm

Royal Caribbean
Royal Caribbean
Ovation of the Seas
4
Depart from Los Angeles
From USD 234
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8 days · San Diego - Ensenada - Cabo San Lucas - Puerto Vallarta - San Diego

8 days · San Diego - Ensenada - Cabo San Lucas - Puerto Vallarta - San Diego

4.3/5
12 reviews6 booked

Cruise the West Coast of the Americas and discover coastal charm and fine wines

Disney Cruise Line
Disney Cruise Line
Disney Wonder
4
Depart from San Diego
From USD 1,887
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Experiences you can't miss in Playa Hermosa

Featured Day tours in Playa Hermosa

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Day Trip to Granada Nicaragua from Playa del Coco Areas
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Day Trip to Granada Nicaragua from Playa del Coco Areas

Duration: 15–16 hrs
Free cancellation
FromUS$245.00
Catamaran Sailing & Snorkeling from Playas del Coco
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Catamaran Sailing & Snorkeling from Playas del Coco

4.8/5
· 36 reviews
Duration: 270 mins
Free cancellation
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94.4% of travelers recommend
FromUS$132.00
Guanacaste Rainforest Safari with Meal
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Guanacaste Rainforest Safari with Meal

5.0/5
· 23 reviews
Duration: 6 hrs
Free cancellation
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23 consecutive positive reviews
FromUS$380.00
Rain forest, Wild life, Waterfall and Chocolate Private Tour
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Rain forest, Wild life, Waterfall and Chocolate Private Tour

Duration: 5–7 hrs
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FromUS$299.00
Santa Teresa: Guided Horseback Riding Jungle & Beach Tour
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Santa Teresa: Guided Horseback Riding Jungle & Beach Tour

Duration: 2 hrs
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FromUS$121.36
Hacienda Alsacia Starbucks Coffe Tour
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Hacienda Alsacia Starbucks Coffe Tour

4.9/5
· 2.5k reviews
Duration: 90 mins
English
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100 consecutive positive reviews
FromUS$30.77
1-day tour to Poas volcano + coffee farm + waterfall from San Jose, Costa Rica from 1 person
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1-day tour to Poas volcano + coffee farm + waterfall from San Jose, Costa Rica from 1 person

Duration: 6.7 hrs
English
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FromUS$133.33

Featured Culture & history in Playa Hermosa

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Coffee, Chocolate and Sugarcane Tour La Fortuna
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Coffee, Chocolate and Sugarcane Tour La Fortuna

Duration: 90 mins
English
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Punta Arenas Audio Tour: City Wonders
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Punta Arenas Audio Tour: City Wonders

Duration: 45 mins
English
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20% off
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FromUS$7.16US$8.96
San José: Guided Historical & Cultural Walking Tour
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San José: Guided Historical & Cultural Walking Tour

5.0/5
· 1 review
Duration: 2.5 hrs
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Vista Los Sueños: Cacao Plantation & Chocolate Tasting
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Vista Los Sueños: Cacao Plantation & Chocolate Tasting

5.0/5
· 4 reviews
Duration: 2 hrs
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FromUS$49.91
San José: Hacienda La Chimba Coffee Experience Tour
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San José: Hacienda La Chimba Coffee Experience Tour

Duration: 1 hr
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San José Highlights Audio Tour: Cultural Treasures and Historical Landmarks
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San José Highlights Audio Tour: Cultural Treasures and Historical Landmarks

Duration: 1.5 hrs
English
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20% off
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Guided Walking Street Art & Graffiti Tour in Jaco Costa Rica
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Guided Walking Street Art & Graffiti Tour in Jaco Costa Rica

5.0/5
· 26 reviews
Duration: 2–3 hrs
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26 consecutive positive reviews
FromUS$39.00

Featured Outdoor & sports in Playa Hermosa

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Whitewater Rafting Savegre Class II-III plus Waterfall Manuel Antonio
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Whitewater Rafting Savegre Class II-III plus Waterfall Manuel Antonio

4.9/5
· 226 reviews
Duration: 6 hrs
English
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85 consecutive positive reviews
FromUS$141.25
7-Cable Zipline Adventure: Fly Over La Fortuna Waterfall
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7-Cable Zipline Adventure: Fly Over La Fortuna Waterfall

4.8/5
· 142 reviews
Duration: 150 mins
English
Free cancellation
93.7% of travelers recommend
FromUS$83.94
Costa Rica San Jose: Manuel Antonio National Park 1-day tour
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Costa Rica San Jose: Manuel Antonio National Park 1-day tour

Duration: 12 hrs
English
FromUS$281.31
Full-day 1-day tour to Tortuga Island from San Jose, Costa Rica
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Full-day 1-day tour to Tortuga Island from San Jose, Costa Rica

Duration: 9 hrs
English
FromUS$181.21
Gravity Falls Waterfall Jumping Canyoning
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Gravity Falls Waterfall Jumping Canyoning

4.9/5
· 25 reviews
Duration: 6 hrs
English
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25 consecutive positive reviews
FromUS$151.42
ATV Adventure + Horseback Riding and Natural Swimming Pool
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ATV Adventure + Horseback Riding and Natural Swimming Pool

4.7/5
· 6 reviews
Duration: 4 hrs
English
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FromUS$140.40

Featured Water activities in Playa Hermosa

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Boat tour to the exotic caves with snorkel from Playas del Coco
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Boat tour to the exotic caves with snorkel from Playas del Coco

4.9/5
· 7 reviews
Duration: 5 hrs
English
Free cancellation
FromUS$135.00
Catamaran Snorkeling & Sunset Sailing Tour
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Catamaran Snorkeling & Sunset Sailing Tour

4.7/5
· 96 reviews
Duration: 270 mins
English
Free cancellation
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94.8% of travelers recommend
FromUS$132.00
Private Morning Sail & Snorkel Tour
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Private Morning Sail & Snorkel Tour

4.0/5
· 6 reviews
Duration: 4 hrs
English
Free cancellation
FromUS$187.50
Manuel Antonio: Surfing Lesson with instructor, videos and pictures.
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Manuel Antonio: Surfing Lesson with instructor, videos and pictures.

5.0/5
· 1 review
Duration: 1.5–4.5 hrs
English
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FromUS$79.84
Costa Rica San Jose: Tortuga island 1-day tour with lunch and snorkeling
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Costa Rica San Jose: Tortuga island 1-day tour with lunch and snorkeling

Duration: 5 hrs
English
FromUS$191.43
Kayak or Paddleboard Rental in Lake Arenal- Transp not included
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Kayak or Paddleboard Rental in Lake Arenal- Transp not included

4.3/5
· 14 reviews
Duration: 2 hrs
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FromUS$30.00

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Playa Hermosa Cruises

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4 days · San Diego - Ensenada - San Diego

4 days · San Diego - Ensenada - San Diego

4.4/5 · 12 reviews
Royal Caribbean ·
Serenade of the Seas3
Depart from San Diego
From USD 185
8 days · Los Angeles - Ensenada - Cabo San Lucas - Mazatlan - Los Angeles

8 days · Los Angeles - Ensenada - Cabo San Lucas - Mazatlan - Los Angeles

4.6/5 · 856 reviews · 1 booked
Royal Caribbean ·
Voyager of the Seas3
Depart from Los Angeles
From USD 296
17 days · San Francisco - Hilo - Kahului - Honolulu - Ensenada - San Francisco

17 days · San Francisco - Hilo - Kahului - Honolulu - Ensenada - San Francisco

4.6/5 · 38 reviews
Princess Cruises ·
Ruby Princess4
Depart from San Francisco
From USD 1,123
17 days · Los Angeles - Hilo - Kailua-Kona - Honolulu - Kauai - Ensenada - Los Angeles

17 days · Los Angeles - Hilo - Kailua-Kona - Honolulu - Kauai - Ensenada - Los Angeles

4.8/5 · 34 reviews · 4 booked
Princess Cruises ·
Emerald Princess4
Depart from Los Angeles
From USD 1,155
8 days · San Diego - Puerto Vallarta - Cabo San Lucas - Ensenada - San Diego

8 days · San Diego - Puerto Vallarta - Cabo San Lucas - Ensenada - San Diego

Cruise the West Coast of the Americas and discover coastal charm and fine wines
4.3/5 · 12 reviews · 4 booked
Disney Cruise Line ·
Disney Wonder4
Depart from San Diego
From USD 1,040
4 days · San Diego - Ensenada - San Diego

4 days · San Diego - Ensenada - San Diego

Cruise the West Coast of the Americas and discover coastal charm and fine wines
4.3/5 · 12 reviews
Disney Cruise Line ·
Disney Wonder4
Depart from San Diego
From USD 539

Frequently asked questions

What are the must-do things in Playa Hermosa?

Don't miss these attractions in Playa Hermosa: Mirador de Jacó, Jaco Beach, and El Miro. If you like Day tours, try Day Trip to Granada Nicaragua from Playa del Coco Areas. If you enjoy Culture & history, try Coffee, Chocolate and Sugarcane Tour La Fortuna.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Day Trip to Granada Nicaragua from Playa del Coco Areas, Catamaran Sailing & Snorkeling from Playas del Coco, and Guanacaste Rainforest Safari with Meal. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of 10 November 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Playa Hermosa is around USD 30.77 – USD 380. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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