Safety from Crime in San Jose In general, San Jose (and Costa Rica) is a safe place to visit without worrying about violent crime. However, petty theft occasionally happens.

Avoid Driving at Night: If you’re driving, be cautious of the narrow roads and unpredictable driving habits in Costa Rica. Avoid driving at night if possible .

Giant potholes, washed-out roads, drivers passing around blind corners… the list of driving hazards in Costa Rica seems endless. This article is a primer or introduction to safe and competent driving ...

Roadways in Costa Rica are narrow, and, in some areas, in poor condition; drivers here can be overly aggressive; roadway signs are in Spanish; and there’s a lot to watch out for on the side of ...

But don’t worry, the excitement doesn’t end when you reach your destination. Finding a parking spot in Costa Rica is like playing a game of Tetris, where you have to maneuver your car into the tiniest ...

Costa Rica closed last year with 4,800 registered electric cars, according to the Safe Mobility Study 2024, prepared by Grupo Purdy and the Center fo ...

"People come to Costa Rica to be in nature," he says. "Most travelers fly into and out of San Jose, then head straight to the rainforests and beaches, which are as safe as ever." ...