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Manuel Antonio National Park Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

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About Manuel Antonio National Park

The park is one of the most visited parks in Costa Rica as it is easily accessible fromSan José. Each year the park is visited by more than 150,000 people. With an area of only16.24km(6.27sqmi)it is the smallest park in Costa Rica. It has an exceptional beauty and in 2011 the American magazineForbesnamed it one of the 12 most beautiful parks in the world. However, others people say the park is overrated, overcrowded and overpriced. The visible bio-diversity is limited due to the many tourist strolling along the trails. Furthermore, the monkeys are so used to getting fed by the tourists that they become aggressive and do attack people with bags and backpacks. If instead you feel US$18 might just be a little too much, you are better off visitingCahuita National Parkinstead, which is also mor

Top Attractions in Manuel Antonio National Park

Explore the best things to see and do in Manuel Antonio National Park:

  • Park tour

Where to Stay in Manuel Antonio National Park

  • 🏨El Faro Beach Hotel

Manuel Antonio National Park Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including:

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