Things to do in La Fortuna

Activities, attractions and tours

La Fortuna
La Fortuna Panoramic and Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica
A volcano surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky with scattered clouds.
A mountain landscape with a prominent peak, surrounded by lush greenery and a valley below.
A mountainous landscape with a lake, dense forest, and a prominent volcano.

Things to do

Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, lateralis, Sloths & Jungle

Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, lateralis, Sloths & Jungle

€33
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, lateralis, Sloths & Jungle
Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4 in Costa Rica

Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4 in Costa Rica

€66
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4 in Costa Rica
Skip-the-Line La Fortuna Waterfall Admission Ticket

Skip-the-Line La Fortuna Waterfall Admission Ticket

€17
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line La Fortuna Waterfall Admission Ticket
Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience

Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience

€30
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience
Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica

Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica

€63
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica
Arenal Hanging Bridges Self-Guided Walk at Mistico Park

Arenal Hanging Bridges Self-Guided Walk at Mistico Park

€34
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Arenal Hanging Bridges Self-Guided Walk at Mistico Park
Don Olivo Chocolate Tour

Don Olivo Chocolate Tour

€26
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Don Olivo Chocolate Tour
White Water Rafting Class II and III

White Water Rafting Class II and III

€53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
White Water Rafting Class II and III
La Fortuna: North Fields Coffee and Chocolate Tour

La Fortuna: North Fields Coffee and Chocolate Tour

€40
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
La Fortuna: North Fields Coffee and Chocolate Tour
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La Fortuna quad bike Adventure with Mud Mask and Arenal Volcano Views

La Fortuna quad bike Adventure with Mud Mask and Arenal Volcano Views

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 155 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €92 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Horseback Riding To The La Fortuna Waterfall

Horseback Riding To The La Fortuna Waterfall

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 12 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €60 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica

Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica

Activity duration is 5 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 210 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €64 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Monteverde Birdwatching Tour at Curicancha Reserve

Monteverde Birdwatching Tour at Curicancha Reserve

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 11 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €52 per adult
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Spa & wellness

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Baldi Hot Springs Resort – Day Pass with One Meal

Baldi Hot Springs Resort – Day Pass with One Meal

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 22 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €70 per adult
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What to do in La Fortuna

Popular places to visit

A volcano surrounded by dense forest and a lake.

Arenal Volcano

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Explore Arenal Volcano, a popular spot to commune with nature in La Fortuna, and enjoy the volcano viewpoints. Wander the lush forest or discover the hot springs in this romantic area.

Arenal Volcano
A waterfall cascading over a rocky ledge, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a thatched-roof structure.

Tabacon Hot Springs

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Tabacon Hot Springs and enjoy the hot springs during your trip to Arenal Hot Springs. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

Tabacon Hot Springs
A waterfall cascading over rocks into a river, surrounded by lush green forest.

La Fortuna Waterfall

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at La Fortuna Waterfall and enjoy the hot springs during your trip to La Fortuna. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

La Fortuna Waterfall
Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Enjoy the hot springs and explore Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, a lovely green space in La Fortuna. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
La Fortuna Park

La Fortuna Park

Explore the great outdoors at La Fortuna Park, a lovely green space in La Fortuna. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and hot springs.

La Fortuna Park

Baldi Hot Springs

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy a trip to Baldi Hot Springs and popular activities such as ziplining in Arenal Hot Springs. Wander the lush forest or discover the hot springs in this romantic area.

Baldi Hot Springs

Los Lagos Hot Springs

5/5(1 review)

You can take time to visit Los Lagos Hot Springs during your travels to Arenal Hot Springs. Discover the hot springs and volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

Los Lagos Hot Springs

Costa Rica Sky Adventures

5/5(7 reviews)

You can take time to visit Costa Rica Sky Adventures during your travels to La Fortuna. Discover the hot springs and volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

Costa Rica Sky Adventures

Paradise Hot Springs

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy a trip to Paradise Hot Springs and popular activities such as ziplining in Arenal Hot Springs. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

Paradise Hot Springs

Where to stay in La Fortuna

Find the best La Fortuna areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Barrio Pilo

While Barrio Pilo isn't home to many top sights, Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and Arenal Adventure World are some notable places to visit nearby.

Frequently asked questions

Is La Fortuna worth visiting?
La Fortuna offers an interesting mix of local charm, attractions and culture. Whether you're into history, the outdoors or traditional cuisine, there's plenty you'll enjoy here.
How do I spend a day in La Fortuna?
When you've checked off popular attractions like Arenal Volcano and Tabacon Hot Springs, spend some time discovering La Fortuna's retail and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in La Fortuna?
Don't leave without visiting Arenal Volcano, ranked the top tourist attraction in La Fortuna.
Is three days enough to stay in La Fortuna?
Three days in La Fortuna is plenty of time to enjoy the city's leading attractions. Many guests book for three days on average. Arenal Volcano, Tabacon Hot Springs and Baldi Hot Springs are top-rated sights. Like to see more? Stick around a little longer to visit nearby hotspots like Arenal Hot Springs.
Is La Fortuna a walkable city?
With exciting neighbourhoods and major sights within walking distance of the city centre, La Fortuna is a good place to see on foot. Enjoy wandering between Baldi Hot Springs and Kalambu Hot Springs. Then take a stroll around Barrio Pilo, located 0.64 kilometres from the centre, and Barrio Dora, which is roughly 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in La Fortuna with kids?
If you're looking for activities and attractions for all the family, we've got some excellent ideas for what to do in La Fortuna with kids.

What to do in La Fortuna for adults?
Adults of all ages will find plenty of things to do in La Fortuna. Whether you're into history, art, outdoor adventures or just love discovering new places, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in La Fortuna?
In La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano is an unmissable spot for anyone planning to experience the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, wander around the local neighbourhoods and parks, and ask a local tour guide for ideas. It's a simple way to find out about the best free things to do in La Fortuna.