A Farming Town Known for Adventure & Volcano

Sitting in the rural country side of the Cartago province, is Turrialba, a small farming town with a certain charm thqt attracts visitors interested in a less touristic area of Costa Rica. Mostly known for agriculture and textiles, it’s popularity as a tourist destination is growing with authentic local experiences, outdoor adventure, historical landmarks and an active volcano.

Turrialba Travel Tips

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Turrialba Costa Rica Map and Location

Turrialba is in the Cartago province.

The city is 54 kilometers east from San Jose and is known as the gateway to the Caribbean. The town grew immensely due to the railroad many years ago when it was functioning.

Turrialba City

The city is actually not very big when compared to the Central Valley cities like Heredia and San Jose. Since it’s not very touristic, experiencing local life comes easily. Additionally, the University of Costa Rica is right in town so…