San José City Guide for Expats and Visitors
San José, Costa Rica: every guide The Rio Times publishes for foreigners who live in or visit the city, in one place. This month's events come first, then upcoming concerts and festivals, practical guides to living there and our explainers on Costa Rica.
This Month in San José
Coming Up in San José
- The Rasmus play San José on 20 October 20 Oct
- Rosario Flores brings Gira 2026 to San José 24 Oct
- Carlos Rivera Plays San José, Costa Rica on 14 November 14 Nov
- Martin Garrix in San José, Costa Rica: Parque Viva on November 27, 2026 — Americas Tour 27 Nov
- San José Festival of Light Parade on 12 December 2026 12 Dec
Living in San José
- Cost of Living in San José, Costa Rica for Expats
- San José Airport Is Getting Biometric Gates to Cut Long Queues
Understand Costa Rica
- Costa Rica Religion and Culture Guide
- Costa Rica People Culture and Daily Life Explained
- Costa Rica Culture Explained, Language and Traditions
- Costa Rica Explained: The Country, Its Politics, Its Economy and What to Watch
- Costa Rica Ecotourism Explained: Parks, Forest Payments and 2.9 Million Visitors
- Moving to Costa Rica: Full Relocation Guide
- Cost of Living in Costa Rica: Budgets & Rent
- Costa Rica Sports Guide, Football, Surf, Fishing
- Costa Rica Travel Costs 2026 for US Visitors
- Costa Rica Weather and Climate Guide 2026
- How to Get Residency in Costa Rica in 2026: Pensionado, Rentista, Investor or Nomad
- Investing in Costa Rica as a Foreigner in 2026: The US$150,000 Threshold