Vázquez de Coronado is a canton located in the province of San José, which stands out for its climate and nature. In addition, the properties in this area are varied, with options for family homes, farms, and productive and investment farms. If you plan to live in Coronado or in surrounding areas, in this article we will tell you about options for sightseeing and getting to know the area and you are not going to want to leave!

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Vázquez de Coronado was created on November 15, 1910 by decree No. 17, its name is due to the Spanish conqueror Juan Vázquez de Coronado y Anaya who first arrived in Costa Rica in 1562.

Coronado is canton No11 of the province of San José and has 222.20 km2 (39% belongs to the Braulio Carrillo Park). Within its territory are the districts of San Rafael, Cascajal, Las Nubes and Montserrat known for being producers of milk and products derived from this product.

Located in Las Nubes, Coronado, Rancho Samaná is a restaurant and farm between the mountains and nature of the canton. The restaurant offers typical Costa Rican food cooked on firewood. It also has a farm where you can see animals and learn about them as a family. You can even take the opportunity to watch the sunset from an incredible viewpoint of the Central Valley.

Coronado a caballo is the perfect option to venture into the mountains thanks to its tours and horse rental options for personal horseback riding and topes.

With tours of approximately one hour you can get to know rivers, valleys and some rocky terrain in a unique experience.

Locos por el bosque has hikes with different difficulties for lovers of sports in nature. You can go to the La Trocha waterfall viewpoint, Laguna Río Blanco and the Cajón volcanic river with natural waters.

This option is perfect for those who prefer low-impact sports and want to take advantage of the benefits that the forest has on our health.

If the farm is your thing, El Granero is your place! This is an option for the whole family where you can spend the day surrounded by interactive activities and learning from the animals.

You can also close the tour with delicious typical options at La Antigua Lechería, a restaurant famous for its flavor and history.

El Iral, located in Cascajal, has more than 50 km to hike through its free trails, until you reach the impressive colored lagoon or to the viewpoint to observe this lagoon. You can walk day or night and take the opportunity to see the stars!

They also have a restaurant with breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner options to enjoy along with the other activities that the place offers.

The Catholic Church is unmissable. Known for its neo-Gothic architecture and built in 1930, it remains open during the day where you can see its gardens and even take tours of the tower and bells.

Being in the center of Coronado, you can take the opportunity to visit famous restaurants and consume delicious local products.

The Coronado real estate market offers a wide variety of properties, both in the city center and in more rural areas, providing options for different preferences and budgets.

If you are ready to invest, do not hesitate to consult our portfolio of properties in Coronado.