We spent a month in San Jose over Christmas and one of our first visits was to Sabana Park. We walk through the park and around the 'lake'. I was quite surprised at the condition and look of the park. It seemed really unkempt - lots of trash in the water (on the west side of the 'dam') - grass uncut and paths needing attention. There are many beautiful parks in San Jose (for instance the Parque Nacional - exquisite!). The worst sight was the poor ponies - standing under a tree in the hot sun without any grass to graze upon, looking very despondent. We avoided this area afterwards. To its favor I must add that there is an area for sports enthusiasts (on the south side by the pedestrian flyover) - we watched people skateboarding, riding, running, and riding motorcycles (yes, all at the same time) on the running track - very entertaining.
Go an hour after sunrise and an hour before sunset and you won't be disappointed. This isn't an 'amazing' park but there is lots to fine joy in. The lighting is perfect on the lake at these times if day. In the morning there are lots of squirrels, in the evening lot of crackles roosting and bathing in lovely rock pool beside the big lake. Some fine yellow bamboo near the lake
Lovely green space in the middle of busy downtown San Jose to stroll and admire the lake and trees. Picnic areas and paddle boats available. Mounted policia on patrol who posed for pictures for me. Most fun was renting a little Palomino for 3K colones ($6) from a man who spoke no English and turned me loose to ride the park as I pleased with a simple hackamore. Instead of being a plodder the mare was lively, responsive and sure footed.
Gorgeous tropical flowers and close to La Sabana Apartotel! We walked from our hotel to the restaurant and park. There was also a lovely church and a Jewish menorah in the park.
I have spent so many summer vacations here. I used to come since I was little. Here is were I learned how to swim and were I played baseball for reals for the first time and we started a team. I have played volleyball and tennis here many times. We had many soccer matches and I have fallen so many times from my bike and during all the time I enjoyed the first skate board park ever open in Costa Rica. Great and beautiful park for the whole family. Great basketball games with friends and nice walks too. No money needed and many restaurants around the area. Great stadium and Gym. the Costa Rican Art museum is right next to it and it used to be the airport way before I was born. We need more places like this around the country.
It's nice and big, and plenty of room to "recreate," unlike other parks in San Jose. It's unfortunate that the locals treat it like a trash bin. I wouldn't bother visiting as a tourist but it's a place to go for locals who feel claustrophobic.
This is quite a normal park, nothing really special. I wouldn't really make a trip to see it, but it can be a good walk if you happen to be in the area. Loads of squirrels to see.
Safe and quiet. Beautiful park with a marked walking path. Has a nice pond. The national soccer stadium occupies one side and could get crowded
This place is great for a Sunday as you need some fresh air at least once a week. it is a bit dangerous at night but during the day it is excellent! Totally recommended!
Lots going on in this park. Walk in or you might miss it. We rented the paddle boats on the lake. Very basic boats but fun. Bring a ball and join the fun.