Manuel Antonio Attractions

This small village lies at the entrance to the Manuel Antonio National Park. Manuel Antonio is very popular with young international travellers. Good swimming can be had at the village's attractive beach, Playa Espadilla. Body boarding, horseback riding and kayaking are popular.

The Manuel Antonio area is perhaps the most publicized stretch of coast in Costa Rica. The attractive area offers several upscale accommodations and restaurants, and visitation in the area is extremely high. Conservationists worry about the effects of the large number of visitors on the Manuel Antonio area.