About
Limón Province lies along the Caribbean coast of eastern Costa Rica, in Central America. It is a region of a different character from the Pacific side of the country, shaped by its own history and its own culture.
The province is known for its Afro-Caribbean culture, which gives its towns a distinct rhythm, cuisine and way of speaking. Visitors who come here often find that the culture is one of the main reasons to linger, whether in conversation, in local food or in the everyday life of the coastal communities.
Puerto Limón
The port city of Puerto Limón is the province's main urban centre and its gateway by sea. It makes a natural base for exploring the surrounding area and is the place to begin to understand the Caribbean identity of the region.
Rainforest and coast
Beyond the city, the province is covered in tropical rainforest, and the landscape moves between forested hills, river valleys and the Caribbean shoreline. For many travellers, the appeal lies in the contrast: a visit can combine time in the forest with time by the sea.
- Afro-Caribbean culture, visible in local communities and daily life
- Puerto Limón, the province's port city
- Tropical rainforests and Caribbean coastline
Limón Province suits visitors who want to see another side of Costa Rica, at a slower pace and with a strong sense of place. Those planning a trip should check transport and accommodation options in advance, as these will shape how much of the province can be covered in a visit.
