Top Costa Rica Food Tours

San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Embark on a delightful food tour, where you will deliberately engage in the rich local culture. Leisurely stroll through the charming streets of Jaco and explore traditional gastronomy in bars and restaurants. This experience presents a unique opportunity to gain profound insights into Costa Rican culture, delving into stories and anecdotes surrounding some of the region's most beloved and delectable traditional dishes. Amidst the captivating fusion of culture and natural landscapes at Jaco Beach, you will find yourself in a relaxing setting, creating the perfect ambiance for an enjoyable afternoon in the city.

Taste of Costa Rica: Traditional Food Tour in Jaco

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

San Jose By Night: Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class

Don Olivo Chocolate Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover San Jose’s hidden delights with this unique evening tour of the Costa Rican capital. Get up close and personal with the nightlife in San Jose, starting with the Morazán Park where you'll learn post-colonial Costa Rican history. From there, gain an appreciation for San Jose’s historical architecture, with a walk by the Metallic Building, then on to Spain Park for a fantastic view of the Yellow House (now the Ministry of Foreign Affairs). Continue to charming Barrio Escalante, one of the oldest residential areas in San Jose.  Finish the night with a tasty traditional meal (and wine or beer) at a gourmet Costa Rican restaurant.

San Jose By Night: Sights & Culture Tour with Local Dinner

Price varies by group size

Coffee and Chocolate Tour in La Fortuna

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Embark on the "Taste of Jaco TICO Walking Food Tour," where authentic Costa Rican cuisine meets captivating cultural stories. Your adventure begins at Bohio Cafe with a warm welcome from your guide. Discover local flavors at various eateries, each stop showcasing unique dishes that reflect the essence of Costa Rican culinary traditions. As you stroll through the vibrant streets of Jaco, your guide shares insights into the town's fascinating transformation from a quiet fishing village to a lively beach destination. Enjoy scenic walks that highlight local businesses and cultural landmarks while soaking in the beautiful coastal views. The tour culminates with a delightful meal at a beachside eatery, where you can savor the flavors of the region while watching the sunset. This small-group experience fosters personal connections and unforgettable memories. Join us for a culinary journey that celebrates the heart and soul of Costa Rican culture!

TICO Private Walking Food Tour

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Costa Rica’s lush jungles have long been a notable area to grow cash crops such as coffee, chocolate, and sugar cane. During this small-group experience, visit a plantation in Manuel Antonio and learn how these three crops are produced. Take a guided tour of a plantation, traditional sugar cane mill, and medicinal plants garden, and see how some of your favorite treats are made. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Chocolate Tour Standard #1: Transportation included without lunch

Grab your passport and head over the border for a full-day tour of Nicaragua’s highlights from Costa Rica. Start with a scenic Nicaraguan breakfast and then take in the views from Catarina Volcano. Visit the active Masaya Volcano and stand near the crater. Explore the colonial town of Granada, where you can marvel over the historic architecture and admire views from La Merced Church, followed by a delicious lunch of typical Nicaraguan cuisine. Finally, set sail across Lake Nicaragua for a scenic cruise.

Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa Rica

15 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Sloth Observation, Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Experience

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore Peñas Blancas River and satisfy your chocolate craving on this exciting and delicious half-day combo tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, hop in a raft and float downstream, scouring the riverbanks for Costa Rica’s celebrated wildlife, including howler monkeys, white-faced capuchins, and sloths. Then, learn about the history of chocolate, from the discovery and cultivation of cacao to the production of the modern sweet treat.

Half Day Nature Safari Float Tour and Chocolate Tour from La Fortuna-Arenal

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Step into the heart of San José’s everyday flavor with this immersive street food crawl, where local vendors, family-run kioskos, and night-market bites tell the story of Costa Rica’s culinary soul. Guided by a bilingual local host passionate about Costa Rican foodways, you’ll explore a curated lineup of must-try snacks and comfort dishes, from golden empanadas and chorreadas to regional twists on tamales and freshly griddled tortillas. This is not a tourist trap.. this is where locals go when they’re hungry. Between bites, you’ll learn the cultural roots behind each dish, explore vibrant neighborhoods, and pick up tips on what and where to eat next during your trip. A few refreshing drinks and a sweet surprise round out the experience. You’ll walk moderate distances through a few bustling blocks of San José, stopping frequently to eat, chat, and learn. Bring an appetite, a camera and a spirit of discovery!

Essential Costa Rica Street Food Crawl in San José

3 hoursFree Cancellation

This is a combination of attractions! Firstly, the Chocolate Tour starts with the cultural and biological background of cacao in the world and here in Costa Rica. It further introduces you into the collecting, fermenting, grinding and finally the making of chocolate, the drink of the gods. Secondly, we talk about coffee and its importance for Costa Rica’s economic and cultural development. We will show you how to make Café-Chorreado, the real Costarican practice of preparing coffee. Finally, we will look at one of the most important aspects of Costarican culture and tradition, the Trapiche. Here we grind sugar cane to extract the juice and make all types of local and delicious candy (Dulce, Sobado, Espumas and Miel). This is for sure the sweetest tour in the area. We are in a private jungle-preserve only 15 minutes from Manuel Antonio. The presence of wild animals like sloths, monkeys, birds and frogs is common. Be ready for anything.

Chocolate Tour Basic: Self-drivers without lunch

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Wine Tour and Tasting

La Fortuna Eden Chocolate Tour

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Have the special opportunity to visit an independent beer, wine, and mead producer located near San José—and taste their distinctly local products—during this small-group tour. Pick from two tour times, and make your own way to the meadery in Santa Bárbara. After touring the fermentation room, taste six different meads, beers, and wines—which are made from locally grown flowers, fruits, and other botanicals—in the company of the owners.

One hour Wine, Beer, and Mead Guided Tasting in Costa Rica’s Central Valley

1 hourFree Cancellation

This full-day coffee farm tour provides an authentic day-in-the-life experience you won’t find on many of the other coffee farm tours. While tours often only demonstrate a small fraction of the process, at Aquiares, coffee lovers can see what it takes to bring coffee from the seed to the cup. Plus, you can experience the welcoming community, rich foods, and stunning scenery of a farm in the Costa Rican rainforest.

Full day, the Aquiares way - Complete Coffee Tour

8 hoursFree Cancellation

In La Fortuna, a rainforest paradise nestled under the shadow of the active Arenal Volcano, embark on a captivating demonstrative & hands on adventure. Here, you'll delve into the fascinating history of chocolate, from its treasured role as Mayan currency to the delicious treat we cherish today. Your journey continues with a breathtaking encounter with La Fortuna Waterfall. This majestic waterfall tumbles down the slopes of the dormant Chato Volcano, a neighbor to the fiery Arenal. La Fortuna River serves as the waterfall's lifeblood, snaking through the lush rainforest before taking a dramatic plunge, creating a spectacle that will leave you awestruck.

Rainforest Chocolat & La Fortuna Waterfall Adventure

Price varies by group size

Full day in Arenal Start the day at 7.00 am Driving for 3 hours all the way to La Fortuna area to walk through the Hanging Bridges, then to walk at the Arenal National Park, or the La Fortuna Water Falls, having lunch in between this activities, last, kick back at the Hot Springs. Along the way we will stop to see the best views and places to eat. In addition to telling you about the history of the place. We are a company with more than 20 years of experience in private transportation in Costa Rica.

La Fortuna, full day transportation, from San Jose.

La Fortuna, full day transportation, from San Jose.

1 dayFree Cancellation

Explore the Costa Rican capital’s rich history, landmark buildings, and modern culture on a combo bus and walking tour of San Jose. Get a great introduction to city highlights like the National Theater and Art Museum, and stop to walk through bustling markets and public plazas to feel the pulse of this modern Central American metropolis. Get an extra boost of Costa Rican culture by listening to traditional folkloric music onboard the bus.

San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy a typical Costa Rican lunch in a lovely home that’s over 100 years old with a huge garden to relax in. This small group experience will last about 1.5 hours, and you’ll have several wonderful things to try. Look forward to Carribean-style dishes, salads and fresh fruit, Turrialba cheese with banana in honey, Aquiares coffee, and more. Dietary restrictions can be accompanied for.

Complete Lunch in our house Hacienda La Esperanza

1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

A taste of Aquiares - 2 hours Coffee Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the art of artisan winemaking in wine tasting, an expert in the production of wines made with tropical fruits from Costa Rica. Enjoy an exclusive selection of wines, where every sip reveals the history of seasonal fruits, such as cocoa, guanabana and blueberry. As you savor these unique wines, Don Rafael will share his passion and knowledge about the making process, from harvest to fermentation. Accompanied by gourmet snacks, this tasting offers a sensory journey through the country’s agricultural and cultural wealth.

Wine Tasting in Costa Rica

1 hourFree Cancellation

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Private Sunset Catamaran in Playa Flamingo

TICO Private Walking Food Tour

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What are people saying about Costa Rica

jennifer_q, Oct 2026

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️- Great experience!

5⭐️ experience from beginning to end with some bonus assistance in finding other tours later in the week. Matthew and Dave were very informative, friendly, and the culinary choices/ restaurants we visited were top-notch. This is a “must-do” if you are visiting the region.

Taste of Costa Rica: Traditional Food Tour in Jaco

Zoe_B, Oct 2026

Wimderful! Amazing! Delicious!

Josue was the best food tour guide I've ever had, and I go on a lot of food tours! He knew so much about the local culture and all the best spots to grab a snack. We were all stuffed by the end of the tour, but ate the delicious Churchill treat at the end anyway. We even saw a protected turtle habitat. Highly recommended!

San Jose By Night: Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class

jisseld, Aug 2026

Angel was an amazing tour...

Angel was an amazing tour guide and teacher. From the moment he met the group he was very informative, funny, entertaining and helpful. I really enjoyed his conversations about food and traveling and was very patient when we asked questions about San Jose. The food was excellent as well. We started in the Central Market, ate delicious ice cream and walked around. Then we went to the café and started drinking and eating. We had about 4 cocktails - some we made with as much/little alcohol you prefer and some were premade. We ate about 3 tapas dishes. I won't say much so as to not ruin what was served but let me just say it was an enjoyable time.

La Fortuna Eden Chocolate Tour

Sari_M, Jul 2026

Whole family loved it!

Porfi was a great guide! Very engaging and entertaining while also exceptionally knowledgeable. Kept our 9, 11 and 18 year old kids engaged the entire time. Good balance between history and education and delicious chocolate and fun. All the other staff were warm and welcoming too.

Cooking Class "Cook Like a Local" La Fortuna

Michelle_M, Jun 2026

Great cultural experience!

We had a great time in this local cooking class! Cathy was so kind and patient, and shared about cultural aspects of what we were cooking. We made Casado with chicken, rice and beans, vegetables and homemade tortillas - and it was delicious! Else can’t wait to make this again at home!

San Jose Bike & Bites Ride

Colin_L, May 2026

See San José by bike!

We had a great time on our tour, there was a protest march on at the time and Jorge took care to alter our route so that we did not get mixed up in it! We had some really tasty food and learned about coffee in a very classy coffee restaurant where we got to drink eome special coffee. Jorge was extremely knowledgeable about the history of San Jose and Costa Rica. Highly recommended tour!

Rainforest Chocolate Tour from La Fortuna

Nicholas_C, Mar 2026

Cocoa, Comedy, and Great Luck

It was an absolutely lovely time and our guide was sarcastic and funny, he made the experience better. It’s funny because I was actually going to go with a different chocolate tour that was more intimate but because of logistics decided on this one, lo and behold we only had 11 people in our tour! Worked out perfectly and I booked the 1 P.M slot on a Wednesday for anyone wondering.

Chocolate Tour Standard #1: Transportation included without lunch

Kirsten_I, Mar 2026

Yummy way to start the day!

This tour was right across the street from our airbnb so we did it to start one of our mornings. It was actually pretty interesting! The chocolate tasting was my favorite part. I hate coffee but I decided trying their coffee was something I needed to do. I’m not going to Italy and not trying pasta, ya know? For being black coffee, it was actually not bad! If you need a short tour to fill some time, don’t skip this! Sergio was funny and knowledgable!

San Jose By Night: Sights & Culture Tour with Local Dinner

Adorian_A, Dec 2025

Costa Rica is Perfectly Splendid “Pura Vida”

We hit the ground running and experienced the best culture night tour on the streets of San Jose, Costa Rica. So much history, heard about William Walker who actually lived in my city, New Orleans, This tour was above and beyond greater than any of my expectations. Karol and Johana were amazing guides, we learned so much and there was so much to see, cork trees, beautiful parks, coffe bean trees, historical buildings, art work, live opera performance as we were passing by! Bravo with a wave. We met great people too. Somos más que Café is were I experience a warm and tasty cup of coffee, it was a cappuccino with a hit of ginger and lime, it was so very delightful. We ended our night at a very unique dinning spot with the best Authentic Costa Rican food ever, there were several meal options to choose from, drinks for me 2 glasses of Sangria, My dessert was a brownie with vanilla ice cream, “ you know what it’s called” Awesome! Awesome! Awesome!🇨🇷🫶🏽🇨🇷