Must-see attractions in Central America

Iglesia San Rafael de Escazú

San José

A cathedral at the center of town in San Rafael de Escazú.

St Andrew's Anglican Church

San Ignacio

On pedestrian Burns Ave, this is a popular parish church.

ICE Building

San José

Headquarters for the Costa Rican Electricity Institute.

Iglesia de la Merced

San José

A cathedral just east of the Hospital San Juan de Dios.

Cathedral

Puerto Limón

A retro architectural landmark in the center of town.

Estatua al Soldado

Managua

The monument to Nicaraguan soldiers dates from 1909.

Puente Martín

León

Spans the river on the southern edge of downtown.

Puente Guadalupe

León

An 1850 bridge spanning Rio Chiquito.

Sacred Heart Church

San Ignacio

Landmark church in San Ignacio.

Parroquia Nuestra Senora de la Soledad

San José

A church in Barrio del Carmen.

Iglesia Barrio Mexico

San José

A cathedral in Barrio México.

Parroquia San Francisco de Asís

Managua

A minor Bolonia landmark.

Alianza Francesa

San José

The Alliance has French classes, a small library and rotating art exhibits in a Barrio Amón home. There are also cinematic and musical events. The classes…

Cooperación Española Cultura

San José

One of the city’s most vibrant cultural institutions, this Spanish-run center offers a full roster of events. There is also an audiovisual center and a…

La Piscina

Comarca de Guna Yala

This fabulous sandbar is a popular swimming spot for day-trippers staying on any of the Cayos Limones.