CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
Costa Rica is a tapestry of arts and beauty Please read on and find out about all the cultural activities in Costa Rica, and all the possible experiences we can share with you.
Costa Rica’s culture is deeply rooted in ideals of peace, sustainability, conservation, and pura vida – or “pure life”.
This philosophy permeates daily life, from bustling cities to remote villages. Costa Ricans are proud of their stable democracy, lack of military, and protection of nature.
This national identity shows through in cultural traditions, arts, and lively social scenes.
Music
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Gathering places like San Jose’s Barrio Escalante neighborhood and Escazú host concerts where locals bond over live music. Dancing styles like salsa, merengue, and cumbia get people moving at nightclubs and festivals.
The arts thrive in Costa Rica.
The arts thrive in Costa Rica thanks in part to high education levels and enduring peace. With over 95% literacy, Costa Ricans value learning and creative expression.
Stable democracy for over 100 years allows artisans to hone their crafts.
Galleries display abstract paintings, nature photography, and sculpture. Indigenous groups like the Boruca craft colorful masks and life-like stone carvings, while the Guaitil shape intricate pottery.
Artisans in Sarchi create the nation’s iconic oxcarts with elaborate woodworking and bright paints.
To experience the best of Costa Rica’s thriving arts and cultural scene, Gustavo Leon Customized Tours offers customized itineraries showcasing indigenous villages, artisan workshops, galleries, festivals, and more.
With insider access and expert guides, we unlock the country’s vibrant culture and creativity on unforgettable tours.
