Central Pacific · Costa Rica
Jacó
Beach town close to San José
About Jacó
Jacó, in the province of Puntarenas, is a town of contrasts. Over the years it has become a favorite for foreign and local visitors — surfers drawn to its waves, partygoers attracted to its bars and nightclubs, and families looking for a convenient getaway.
Jacó is one of the most developed beach towns in Costa Rica and is very close to San José and the Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO). The town offers surf lessons at Playa Jacó, hiking through nearby nature preserves such as Carara National Park, horseback riding, ATV tours, ziplining, and rappelling down waterfalls. In the evenings, Jacó has an active nightlife scene with bars and clubs.
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Getting there & around
Jacó is very close to San José and the Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO).
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