San José True Crime Tour
Tour Details
At the indicated time, we'll meet inside the Tizate 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.
More Information
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 until 1 hour before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity promotes local production.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Pets
Permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 1 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - La Compañía Concierge Corporate name: Alejandro José Mora Hernandez Registered Office: Residencial Omega, etapa 1., Tres Ríos, Costa Rica Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 0113260187 Contact information Email: lacompania.cr@gmail.com Phone: +506-8950-6297
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Tizate Coffee Shop
Where does the activity end?
Mexican Embassy
