Mercado Borbon (Borbón Market), San Jose
Borbón Market (Mercado Borbón) is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to San Jose. This unique market is home to a friendly and lively atmosphere that immerses you in the local culture. Located in the heart of San Jose, Borbón Market is a bustling marketplace where you can find everything from fresh fruits and natural coffee to traditional Costa Rican dishes such as gallo pinto, empanadas, and tamales.
One of the most exciting experiences at Borbón Market is exploring the various food stalls or "sodas" that offer delicious Costa Rican snacks, including savory empanadas and sandwiches of all kinds. These food stalls are a great place to try some of the local cuisines and experience the flavors of Costa Rica firsthand.
In addition to the food, Borbón Market also offers a wide variety of crafts, clothing, and other goods for sale. You can find unique souvenirs to take home, such as traditional clothing, handcrafted pottery, and colorful artwork. The market is also an excellent place to buy fresh produce, with many urban peasants selling their products at affordable prices.
One of the best things about Borbón Market is the opportunity to try a variety of fruits and vegetables that you may not be familiar with, such as caimito, jocote, granadilla, guanábana, and cashew fruit. The market is a treasure trove of exotic flavors and aromas that are sure to delight your senses.
One of the most exciting experiences at Borbón Market is exploring the various food stalls or "sodas" that offer delicious Costa Rican snacks, including savory empanadas and sandwiches of all kinds. These food stalls are a great place to try some of the local cuisines and experience the flavors of Costa Rica firsthand.
In addition to the food, Borbón Market also offers a wide variety of crafts, clothing, and other goods for sale. You can find unique souvenirs to take home, such as traditional clothing, handcrafted pottery, and colorful artwork. The market is also an excellent place to buy fresh produce, with many urban peasants selling their products at affordable prices.
One of the best things about Borbón Market is the opportunity to try a variety of fruits and vegetables that you may not be familiar with, such as caimito, jocote, granadilla, guanábana, and cashew fruit. The market is a treasure trove of exotic flavors and aromas that are sure to delight your senses.
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Sight Name: Mercado Borbon (Borbón Market)
Sight Location: San Jose, Costa Rica (See walking tours in San Jose)
Sight Type: Shopping
Sight Location: San Jose, Costa Rica (See walking tours in San Jose)
Sight Type: Shopping
Walking Tours in San Jose, Costa Rica
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
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Travel Distance: 1.1 Km or 0.7 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.2 Km or 2 Miles
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Travel Distance: 3.2 Km or 2 Miles
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