Grecia is a canton in the province of Alajuela, Costa Rica.

Get in

Buses run more or less every half an hour from San Jose for about $1.50.

See

• Iglesia Nuestra Señora de las mercedes - Grecia is noted for its unique church, Iglesia Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes, that is made entirely of pre-fabricated steel plates painted red.

Do

• World Of Snakes - Located only a couple of kilometers away from downtown Grecia. It's one of the biggest serpentariums in Latin-America. To get there follow the road to Alajuela. Phone # (506)2494-3700. snake@racsa.co.cr
• Parque Recreativo los Chorros - This is a private owned park with two beautiful waterfalls of about 144 feet high each. This place has no restaurant and the restrooms are rustic at its best. Entrance is $5. Located in the Grecia district of Tac

ares. From the center of Tacares follow the north road to San Pedro de Poás for 1.5 km. Open from 8AM-4PM Phone # (506)2444-5958

• Reserva Forestal Bosque del Niño. This is the highest point in Grecia at 2500 meters above sea level. Perfect for hikes, sightseeing and camping. 

Eat

• Taqueria Las Piras - Cheap and good Costa Rican junk food at its best. must try, located on the right side of the cental park.

Sleep

• Mangifera Hostel. 
• Hotel Mango Valley