Liberia Travel Guide

*Operating from June 2012

Things to do in Liberia & Guanacaste’s Gold Coast

With frequent Copa Airlines flights to Liberia, you’ll soon be enjoying some of our favorite things to do in Liberia and Guanacaste’s Gold Coast. Since it’s a perfect destination for rest and relaxation, you can choose to chill by the pool at a posh resort or visit several of the region’s many spectacular beaches, including unique Playa Conchal, made up entirely of whole and crushed shells. More active travelers can play a round of golf at an ocean-view course, try a zip-line canopy tour or head for a rollicking day of adventure at Hacienda Guachipelin, which offers horseback riding, canyoning, hiking and volcanic mud baths on the flanks of Rincón de la Vieja National Park.

A world of restaurants in Liberia and Guanacaste’s Gold Coast

For the greatest range of restaurants, head to the beach town of Tamarindo, with everything from local fish shacks to Pan-Asian fusion restaurants to romantic beachfront bistros. The area’s large resorts all have their own top-notch dining options.

Rocking nightlife in Liberia and Guanacaste’s Gold Coast

After the sun sets, you can dance the night away at a packed salsa club or an open-air beach bar. One of our favorite things to do in Liberia and Guanacaste’s Gold Coast, however, is to simply stroll on the beach, admiring the stars above. Tamarindo and Playa del Coco have the top party scenes on the coast.

Liberia and Guanacaste’s Gold Coast Travel Tips

• A rental car is a great option for those looking to beach hop around the Guanacaste Gold Coast. Most visitors will be best served by leaving the driving to the resorts, tour operators and inexpensive local taxis.
• Here on business? All of the area’s large resorts and many boutique hotels have conference rooms and facilities, and you’ll also find a modern business class hotel just across from the Liberia airport.
• Plan for weather in Liberia and Guanacaste’s Gold Coast—this is Costa Rica’s hottest and driest region. Bring a pair of high-quality protective sunglasses and plenty of sunscreen.
• If you want to experience any of the area’s adventure tours, bring a pair of sturdy hiking shoes and appropriate clothing.

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