The city of Santo Domingo de Heredia is a charming colonial city that is surrounded by beautiful landscapes. You need a few minutes south of Heredia, and not far from San José, so it is easily accessible. The city offers privacy and isolation, while offering a good base camp to visit Costa Rica's natural resources and explore San José and the exciting city life. It is also close enough to the ocean to make a day trip to see the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean or the sunset in the Pacific.
The buildings and houses in Santa Domingo de Heredia present a classic Spanish architecture and historical designs. Local residents have restored the city to its original state. The churches are impressive examples of the construction of the 19th century. It is a delight to walk the streets exploring the old houses to imagine what life would be like in the first days of Costa Rica. Spend a quiet day admiring the beautiful architectural style.
Tourists in Santa Domingo de Heredia will have access to rafting trips from Heredia. Costa Rica's rivers have wonderful whitewater rafting characteristics, which are environmentally conscious. Ecotourism in Costa Rica extends to all aspects of the experience, from luxurious accommodations that care about their impact on the environment to tourism activities that try to minimize the impact on the country's natural resources.