San José Shopping

  1. Annemarie's Boutique

    This is a recommended souvenir shop and not just the usual hotel gift store. Annemarie's has an extensive selection of items from all over Costa Rica and the public is welcome to come in to the hotel and browse the store. A limited selection of items are available for purchase through its website.

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  2. Galería Namu

    Selected as an official site for the annual Costa Rican Arts Festival in San José, this shop has done an admirable job of bringing together artwork and crafts from Costa Rica's small but diverse population of indigenous tribes. If you want a quick education about indigenous culture or just a brilliant souvenir, this is a good place to start.

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  3. La Buchaca

    La Buchaca is a tiny oasis in El Pueblo that carries well-made jewelry, ceramics and sculptures - all of Costa Rican origin. Of particular interest are the beautifully executed modern paintings featuring Pre-Columbian motifs from around Central America.

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