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Alajuela provides a base from which to visit the Poas Volcano and La Paz Waterfalls Gardens.

Alajuela is Costa Rica's second biggest city and an excellent base from which to visit the nearby Poas Volcano National Park and the La Paz Waterfalls Gardens.

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Alajuela
Excursions & Attractions

Poas Volcano

Peer into the smouldering crater of an active volcano in the Central Valley, not far from San Jose.

La Paz Waterfall Gardens

Observe a variety of beautiful butterflies and hummingbirds up close and marvel at spectacular waterfalls.

Doka Coffee Plantation

Learn all about the entire coffee production process and enjoy a full sensory guided tasting session.