Atenas canton is surrounded by mountains and greenery, the Río Grande river is one of the largest in all of Costa Rica, and it's located all through the north and east border of Atenas.
During your stay in Atenas you will find activities of all kinds that involve the local culture, such as coffee tours visits to the railway bridge that is located over the Río Grande River.
To experience Atenas in full, you will have to drink the famous cafe chorreado coffee, made with beans that grow right in Atenas. The weather and great soil of the area allow for excellent conditions to grow coffee beans. While you are at it, you should also try the famous toronjas rellenas, made with locally grown grapefruits and sweet condensed milk.