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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.

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

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

￥12,316
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4 in Costa Rica
Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica

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

￥11,676
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica
Skip-the-Line La Fortuna Waterfall Admission Ticket

Skip-the-Line La Fortuna Waterfall Admission Ticket

￥3,199
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line La Fortuna Waterfall Admission Ticket
Don Olivo Chocolate Tour

Don Olivo Chocolate Tour

￥4,799
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Don Olivo Chocolate Tour
Sloths Watching Tour through Sloth's Territory

Sloths Watching Tour through Sloth's Territory

￥7,998
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sloths Watching Tour through Sloth's Territory
Baldi Hot Springs Resort – Day Pass with One Meal

Baldi Hot Springs Resort – Day Pass with One Meal

￥12,796
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Baldi Hot Springs Resort – Day Pass with One Meal
Monteverde: Night Walk with Guide and Flashlights

Monteverde: Night Walk with Guide and Flashlights

￥3,199
per adult
Monteverde: Night Walk with Guide and Flashlights
Arenal 12 Zipline Cables Experience Fly over La Fortuna Waterfall

Arenal 12 Zipline Cables Experience Fly over La Fortuna Waterfall

￥17,143
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Arenal 12 Zipline Cables Experience Fly over La Fortuna Waterfall
Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, lateralis, Sloths & Jungle

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

￥6,078
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, lateralis, Sloths & Jungle
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La Fortuna ATV Adventure with Mud Mask and Arenal Volcano Views

La Fortuna ATV 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 ￥16,986 per adult
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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 ￥11,162 per adult
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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 ￥11,809 per adult
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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 ￥9,706 per adult
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Arenal Hanging Bridges, Volcano Hike & Hotsprings Tour with Lunch

Arenal Hanging Bridges, Volcano Hike & Hotsprings Tour with Lunch

Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 26 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥16,015 per adult
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What to do in La Fortuna

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A volcano surrounded by dense forest and a lake.

Arenal Volcano

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

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

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

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

Enjoy a trip to Baldi Hot Springs and popular activities like 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

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

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

Enjoy a trip to Paradise Hot Springs and popular activities like 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 and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about La Fortuna
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Barrio Pilo

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Pilo and surrounding area, you can visit Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and Arenal Adventure World.

Popular day trips from La Fortuna

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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 neighborhoods and major sights within walking distance of the city center, 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 kilometers from the center, and Barrio Dora, which is roughly 2 kilometers 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 neighborhoods 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.