Free walking tours in San José

Sehr guter Guide! Hervorragendes Deutsch und es gab sehr viele Tipps innerhalb San José, als auch für Costa Rica insgesamt. Ein sehr guter Einstieg und eine solide insbesondere geschichtliche Grundlage für eine Reise durch das demokratisches Costa Rica !

Uns hat die Tour sehr viel Spaß gemacht. Juan hatte viele Informationen für uns und konnte auch mit geschichtlichen Infos beeindrucken und alle unsere Fragen beantworten. Es war genau richtig. Auf jeden Fall eine Empfehlung wert.

This was one of the best tours that I have taken. There were many random interesting facts about San Jose and Costa Rica. He also took us to the fruit tasting and a picknick in the park.

I have done several tours of this type, this tour was definitely the best I have been on! Jules made the whole experience very personal, special and interesting, he went above and beyond a regular tour, invested in the little things (he prepared a picnic for us with surprises!) and was super professional and kind. The tour was much longer than expected and I enjoyed every moment! Highly recommend.

Jules was absolutely amazing! This past Sunday, my partner and I had the pleasure of going around San José to many remarkable national landmarks. It's very clear that Jules put a lot into learning the best and most fun facts about Costa Rica, making the experience with him amazing. It was a rainy day, though that didn't stop his determination to give the group the picnic he planned. It was really sweet. He had a visual aid to help support the things he spoke about, and also brought many extra umbrellas and jackets for the group to ensure everyone's comfortability. Jules is someone who goes above and beyond. If you're thinking about going on tour with him, DO IT! He won't disappoint.

José Pablo excelente guía, muy culto y dinámico, entretenido y su manera de entregar la información muy didáctica, amable y siempre dispuesto a responder todas nuestras inquietudes, 100% recomendado

From the moment we met Jules, it was clear we were in the best possible hands. Energetic, knowledgeable, and incredibly passionate about San Jose, Jules brought the city to life in a way that was both informative and genuinely fun. What stood out the most was Jules’ ability to blend history, culture, and local insight seamlessly. We didn’t just see San Jose — we experienced it. From hidden local gems to major landmarks, every stop came with a story, a smile, and often a great recommendation for food or coffee nearby (seriously, Jules knows all the best spots!). Jules went above and beyond to make sure everyone in our group felt welcome and engaged, answering questions with patience and enthusiasm, and always keeping the vibe upbeat. It honestly felt more like exploring the city with a friend than a formal tour. If you’re visiting San Jose and want more than just the typical tourist experience, do yourself a favor and book a tour with Jules. You’ll walk away with amazing memories, local secrets, and maybe even a new friend. Highly, highly recommended!

Jules gave us a unique and exciting view of Costa Rica, particularly in San Jose. Not only did he show us culturally and historically rich spots, but we also tried new flavors of the city. He provided us with some excellent recommendations for after the tour, which made our experience even better. We would recommend this tour to anyone visiting this amazing city. Thank you, Jules!

Jules was fantastic! He worked very hard to find topics and information that interested us. We loved all his quick facts and the extra background history he shared. He was well prepared and very knowledgeable. We could tell he loved Costa Rica and San Jose and wanted to share that with us. He cares about his customers and he provided snacks and a small picnic lunch and even hydration and umbrellas depending on what the weather was at the time. We highly recommend Jules. He was successful in his objective because we do want to return and see more of the places he pointed out and learn more about the area. Thanks for a great experience!

Nos ha encantado Amaral por sus conocimientos, dedicación,y actitud. Recomendable totalmente.

I really enjoyed the tour with Jules. It was full of fun facts about the capital and architectural highlights: from San Jose's Beverly Hills to the post-independence boom. Jules also introduced me to the diverse fruits native to Costa Rica over a wonderful picnic in the park. All in all, it was a morning packed with surprising information about the capital and was like a tour with an old friend. Very well prepared, executed, and well thought out! I'd be happy to do it again anytime.

Jules went above and beyond to show us the beauty and hidden gems of the historic center of San Jose. Full of interesting facts, funny anecdotes and "pura vida", it also included stops for local food tasting. Thank you so much, Jules, for taking the time and strategic planning to share your knowledge and great customer service with us!

Nos ha gustado mucho y entretenido

Jules is a great tour guide. Very professional and full of interesting trivia.

Jules was a great guy. The tour itself had a lot of fun facts but very little historical information. The tour was slow paced and the first half had almost no walking involved. The tour was supposed to be 3 hours and it turned to a 5.5 hour tour, there was a lack of consideration of people’s time. Yes, he did say“if you need to head out or if you’re hungry please feel free to leave” but anytime someone tried leaving he would kind of make it hard to leave by continuing the tour. Overall, it’s a slower paced walking tour with quirky fun facts.

Guía local conocedor de la historia de la ciudad y del país. Se adapta a las inquietudes del visitante, así como a sus necesidades

Amaral fue excelente y contó muchisimas historias interesantes que no se encuentran en un tour convencional

This was an excellent tour with Jules. We learned so much about the culture, the history and saw beautiful and interesting sites. Jules is a wealth of knowledge and is so kind and hospitable. It was the perfect introduction to Costa Rica on our first day there and Jules had fantastic recommendations for us on where to dine and excursions. We thoroughly enjoyed the restaurant he recommended for dinner and the hike he recommended for dsy 2. The trip would not have been the same without his input. Thank you Jules!

Our walking tour with Jules was outstanding! His deep knowledge of the city's history and culture truly brought the streets to life. I was particularly impressed by the fascinating stories and beautiful architecture of the National Theater that we explored. The tour was engaging, fun, and the Jules passion was infectious. It was a truly memorable experience, and I highly recommend this tour! - Virginia 🙂

Informative and interesting walk through historical and cultural areas of central San Jose

Amazing tour! Would do it again.

Amaral ha trabajado en ámbitos como el teatro y la interpretación y eso se nota. Es un walking tour muy ameno. ¡Lo recomiendo!

Jules is very genuine and prepare great refreshment (surprise)! He answers all kinds of questions! The trip is also very much vegetarian friendly.

Si. Fue excelente y fraternal.

Jules was amazing!!! very friendly, welcoming, and incredibly attentive to every detail. We learned so many interesting facts, and he even offered us drinks and snacks along the way. The places we visited were beautiful, and he gave us a real insight into Costa Rican culture. You can truly see the preparation and dedication he puts into his work. Highly recommended!