# Costa Rica Day Trips to Historical Sites | Explore Dine > Join day trips in Costa Rica to explore historical sites local culture. Book ready experiences or customize your journey with our experts. # Historical Day Trips in Costa Rica [Nearby](/en/nearby) Search 3 listings Want something else? Let an in-country expert [design the perfect trip in Costa Rica](/en/qa/costa-rica/explore-overlay)! [![San José Night Walk & Dinner](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/afzbzogxrlb5ebkshtke.jpg)USD 90/personSan José Night Walk & DinnerSan Jose , Costa RicaHalf Day | Curated Dinner, Historical Sites, Walking toursEnjoy a 2 hour walking tour in some of San Jose's most iconic places, followed by a delcious dinner at a local restaurant. You will start your journey at Parque Nacional and walk around the historic neighborhoods of Amón and Otoya (home to former ...](/en/go/costa-rica-day-tour/san-jose-night-walk-private-dinner) [![Explore the Irazu and Turrialba Volcanoes of Cartago Valley](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/ytrim5dthcbdlgajucvx.jpg)USD 95/personExplore the Irazu and Turrialba Volcanoes of Cartago ValleyCartago Valley , Costa RicaFull Day | Community Visit, Getting to Know Locals, Historical SitesTravel with local biologists from San Jose to Cartago province to discover the landscapes and country lifestyle at the foothills of two increidble volcanoes. On this full day tour, you'll walk along one of the largest active craters in the world a...](/en/go/explore-the-irazu-and-turrailba-volcanos-of-cartago-valley) [![Artisanal Gold Mining Tour](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/k6vid7o6mk3lvc6yi9jz.jpg)USD 20/personArtisanal Gold Mining TourRancho Quemado, Costa Rica2-3 Hours | Getting to Know Locals, Historical Sites, Walking toursFinca Las Minas offers the experience to get to know the work of artisanal gold miners, as well as the history of Rancho Quemado and the Osa Peninsula. From the first steps taken on the property, the visitor is engulfed in history. The former gold...](/en/go/artisinal-gold-mining-tour) Explore the rich history and culture of Costa Rica with our selection of day trips. Take a [guided night walk through the historic neighborhoods of San José](/en/go/san-jose-night-walk-private-dinner), culminating in a [curated dinner](/en/explore/costa-rica/day-trips/curated-dinner) that showcases local flavors. For nature and history enthusiasts, the [Irazu and Turrialba Volcanoes](/en/go/explore-the-irazu-and-turrailba-volcanos-of-cartago-valley) await with breathtaking views and wildlife viewing opportunities. Or delve into the traditional practices of [artisanal gold mining](/en/go/artisinal-gold-mining-tour) in Rancho Quemado. Either select one of the ready-to-book experiences below, or if you'd prefer, you can [fill out a questionnaire](/en/qa/costa-rica) and one of our in-country experts will be ready to tailor a custom itinerary to your interests that go far beyond what is listed here. 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