San José True Crime Tour

10.0Exceptional3 reviews

from

US$30

From

US$30

It was a great walk, full of historical facts and myths about Costa Rican history. Alejandro was very engaging and pleas...

Luis Carlos

On this true crime tour of San José, we'll discover stories of crime and murder among the narrow streets, hidden corners and Victorian mansions—a surprising route through the Costa Rican capital!

Details

Duration

3 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

English–speaking guide

When to book

You can book up to 2 hours in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets. This must be indicated in the reservation.

Minimum age

Not permitted for anyone under 15 years

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

La Mancha Coffee Shop

Where does the activity end?

Mexican Embassy

Reviews of our customers

10.0

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July 11, 2026
Luis Carlos Román Escobedo
Ciudad De México, Mexico
It was a great walk, full of historical facts and myths about Costa Rican history. Alejandro was very engaging and pleasant to talk about. Perhaps my ...
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July 11, 2026
Cristian Mora
San José, Costa Rica
Excellent guide!!! Highly recommended.
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November 7, 2025
Mariana
Costa Rica
I loved the tour! I learned so much about my country, and it was super interesting! Alejandro is an excellent guide and highly recommended! It was rea...
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Tour Details

At the indicated time, we'll meet inside the La Mancha Café to begin a tour that will reveal the lesser-known side of San José. We'll discover some of the facts of its unsolved crimes, stories of political conspiracies and its best-kept secrets.

As we start the tour, we'll lose ourselves in the streets of the centre and head to the Amón neighbourhood, which still retains the architectural splendour of the early 20th century.

We'll admire the eclectic mansions, with their Frenchified lines and Victorian, neo-Mudejar and Art Deco details. What intrigues surround these historic houses? Between worn columns and bougainvillea-covered balconies, we'll tell you tales of betrayals, disappearances and passions that marked high society in San José.

Afterwards, we'll cross the parks and alleys that have witnessed events as real as they are improbable related to Costa Rican politics. We'll stop at key sites such as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Worship or the Ministry of Culture and Youth, where their walls seem to hold more secrets than they are willing to tell.

We'll also take a break at October Six, an ideal spot to get yourself something to drink. After a short break, we'll head to the Otoya neighbourhood in search of the Mexican Embassy building, where we'll finish the visit with the last accounts of urban memories and traces of a complex past.

Finally, we'll say our goodbyes here after a total of 3 hours.

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Tour Details

As we start the tour, we'll lose ourselves in the streets of the centre and head to the Amón neighbourhood, which still retains the architectural splendour of the early 20th century.

Finally, we'll say our goodbyes here after a total of 3 hours.

San José True Crime Tour