Head straight to Teatro Nacional, a stunning Neoclassical building that is home to Costa Rica's national opera and ballet companies. In addition to gorgeous sculptures of the nine muses, elaborate chandeliers and elegant gold detailing on fixtures, check out the square in front of the building where there are often art exhibits, performances and more -- often free.
They also do nice sweets made from Costa Rican chocolate, and even carry several bottles of local craft beer. This sweeping building, dating from the 19th century, is best known for its stained glass windows depicting scenes from Jesus' life. Besides that, visitors should look out for the impressive foot organ on the cathedral's second floor, delicate tile work -- particularly on the floors -- and a statue commemorating Pope John Paul II's visit here.
Note that this cathedral is still home to an active congregation, so be respectful if people are praying or lighting candles and don't take photos of parishioners without their permission. The Sloth Sanctuary of Costa Rica is the original rescue center for injured, orphaned, and abandoned sloths in Costa Rica. The sunshine-yellow National Museum of Costa Rica is a solid place to get started, as it gives context about indigenous history as well as the effects of Spanish colonization.
Underrated, but also worth a visit, is the Jade Museum. Don't go expecting to see a collection of pretty jewelry, though -- this is more about what jade represents than about what kind of cool things it can make.
Home to the largest collection of pre-Columbian jade in the world, the museum's four floors explore the history of jade as a weapon, trading tool and finally adornment. Metropolitan Cathedral, Calle Central, Av.
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