Things to do in Palmira
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Sloth Watching + Waterfall & Organic Coffee and Chocolate Tour
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
9.8 out of 10 with 151 reviews
9.8/10
151 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Rio Celeste Hiking , Sloth Farm Tour & Waterfall
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 11 reviews
10/10
11 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Day Trip from Guanacaste
Activity duration is 12 hours
12h
9.4 out of 10 with 121 reviews
9.4/10
121 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Horseback Riding Tour
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 78 reviews
10/10
78 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rain forest, Wild life, Waterfall and Chocolate Private Tour
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
10.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
10/10
6 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Blue Waterfall, Sloth Sanctuary and Coffee Tour Day Trip
Activity duration is 11 hours
11h
10.0 out of 10 with 28 reviews
10/10
28 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Explore Falls, Sloths and Bridge in Fortuna de Bagaces...
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
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per adult*
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Sloth Sanctuary WildLife Hike
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
7.0 out of 10 with 14 reviews
7/10
14 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Active Volcano Tour in Costa Rica
Activity duration is 9 hours and 30 minutes
9h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Combo: River Tubing, Blue Waterfall, Exotic Wildlife
Activity duration is 11 hours
11h
9.8 out of 10 with 28 reviews
9.8/10
28 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Cruises & boat tours
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Río Celeste: Tubing Adventure in the R ío Celeste
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 11 reviews
10/10
11 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Combo Blue river Tubing ,Sloth Refuge and Rain Forest.
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Tubing Rio Celeste: The Longest Adventure With Lunch Included
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
10/10
5 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Tubing in Rio Celeste: A Perfect Blend of Nature and Adventure
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.4 out of 10 with 29 reviews
9.4/10
29 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Sloths in the Rain Forest and Safari by the River
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
10.0 out of 10 with 28 reviews
10/10
28 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Rio Celeste Aquatic Tubing Adventure
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
9.6 out of 10 with 5 reviews
9.6/10
5 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
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per adult*
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White Water Rafting the Tenorio River from Guanacaste
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Tubing in Rio Celeste Tenorio Park
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 Viator review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From La Fortuna: Río Celeste Waterfall, Tubing Tour and Lunch
Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes
8h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Adventure Rafting Class III and IV in Tenorio River from Playa Tamarindo
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
9.8 out of 10 with 17 reviews
9.8/10
17 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
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per adult*
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Wildlife & nature
See all 15 activitiesRio Celeste Hiking , Sloth Farm Tour & Waterfall
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 11 reviews
10/10
11 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Rain forest, Wild life, Waterfall and Chocolate Private Tour
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
10.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
10/10
6 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Horseback Riding Rio Celeste
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Excellent Wildlife Tour in Bijagua de Upala
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 11 reviews
10/10
11 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Río Celeste Full Day Pass Tubing and Horseback Riding.
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
9.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
9/10
4 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Liberia City Tour- Animal Sanctuary-Waterfall
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 Viator review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
2 days Animal Lovers Combo : Palo Verde & Sloth Discovery Tour
Activity duration is 2 days
2d
Free cancellation available
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per adult*
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Romantic Scape to Blue Hideaway by Horse
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
8/10
1 Viator review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Night Walk in the Rainforest-Frog-Snake-Sloths
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private Forest Hike - Río Celeste
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
History & culture
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Sloths, Rio Celestes & Rainforest with Lunch, Full Day Tour
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
10/10
5 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
LLanos Del Cortes Waterfall Adventure and Liberia City Tour
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Bijagua Rainforest with Sloths and Floating Birdwatching
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Funny Milking & Farming Experience
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rain forest Adventure to Rio Celeste Waterfall & Sloth Sanctuary
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
4.0 out of 10 with 1 review
4/10
1 verified review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Café Experience in Bijagua
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Attractions
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Rio Celeste Waterfall and Sloth Sanctuary Experience
Activity duration is 11 hours
11h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Adventure Park
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Hike Rio Celeste Tenorio Volcano From Fortune
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
3-In-1 Río Celeste: Tubing, Natural Pool and Jungle Night Tour.
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Río Celeste Combo: Water Tubing, Horseback Riding and Lunch.
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
What to do in Palmira
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Frequently asked questions
Is Palmira worth visiting?
Palmira has an interesting mix of culture, local charm and attractions. Whether you're into history, the outdoors or local culinary flavours, there are many things to enjoy here.
How do I spend a day in Palmira?
Start your day with a visit to Tenorio Volcano National Park and Las Pumas Rescue Centre. Then, tour different parts of Palmira for local restaurants and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Palmira?
Tenorio Volcano National Park is one of the top tourist attractions in Palmira and deserves a spot on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Palmira?
If you just want to enjoy the most popular attractions, three days will be plenty of time for a holiday in Palmira. Book for seven to ten days for the chance to really appreciate the local vibe, visit nearby highlights and discover a few hidden gems.
What are some activities to do in Palmira with kids?
If you're looking for attractions and activities for all of your group, check out these great ideas for what to do in Palmira with kids.
What to do in Palmira for adults?
Whether you're a food lover, culture enthusiast or thrill seeker, there are lots of things to do in Palmira for adults.
Are there free things to do in Palmira?
There are many great things to do in Palmira. Roam the parks or soak up the vibes at free events and festivals. Palmira offers plenty of budget-friendly experiences that let you experience the area without taking your wallet out.
