Guidebook for Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Kristi McCoy
Kristi McCoy
Guidebook for Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Food Scene

We love Banana Azul for it's convenience, but mostly because they have great food, great service and they offer service on the beach. Friendly staff can help make suggestions for activities in the area. Great wifi!
18 locals recommend
Hotel Banana Azul
18 locals recommend
We love Banana Azul for it's convenience, but mostly because they have great food, great service and they offer service on the beach. Friendly staff can help make suggestions for activities in the area. Great wifi!
We love Amimodo for great Italian! We take the family there everytime we come. Recommend reservations. The have indoor or outdoor seating with swings for kids to play on. Great food and wine list, fast service and quiet place for dinner.
30 locals recommend
Amimodo Ristorante Pizzeria
30 locals recommend
We love Amimodo for great Italian! We take the family there everytime we come. Recommend reservations. The have indoor or outdoor seating with swings for kids to play on. Great food and wine list, fast service and quiet place for dinner.

Drinks & Nightlife

We love The Point for it's convenience, but it's right on the beach, has great food, friendly service and a pool table for a little friendly competition.
10 locals recommend
The Point PV
10 locals recommend
We love The Point for it's convenience, but it's right on the beach, has great food, friendly service and a pool table for a little friendly competition.

Parks & Nature

Punta Uva is a MUST DO while in the area. Best beaches for snorkeling. It's calm waves are perfect for families and a relaxing day at the beach. Bring a cooler and towels as provisions are limited, but there is a bar with food on property.
13 locals recommend
Playa Punta Uva Arrecife
13 locals recommend
Punta Uva is a MUST DO while in the area. Best beaches for snorkeling. It's calm waves are perfect for families and a relaxing day at the beach. Bring a cooler and towels as provisions are limited, but there is a bar with food on property.
This active beach has lots of activities going on all the time. From soccer to volleyball, you won't be bored with this beach! Beautiful sandy beaches. Food and drink options in the area. Great day trip.
23 locals recommend
Playa Manzanillo
23 locals recommend
This active beach has lots of activities going on all the time. From soccer to volleyball, you won't be bored with this beach! Beautiful sandy beaches. Food and drink options in the area. Great day trip.

Entertainment & Activities

The Jaguar Rescue Center is great for kids and adults! They offer 1st hand education on all the amazing animals of Costa Rica. You can see sloths, monkeys and more. Great for animal lovers of any age.
119 locals recommend
Jaguar Rescue Center
119 locals recommend
The Jaguar Rescue Center is great for kids and adults! They offer 1st hand education on all the amazing animals of Costa Rica. You can see sloths, monkeys and more. Great for animal lovers of any age.