Puerto Limon Attractions

Puerto Limón is a port city and the capital of Limón province. A lively and busy town, Puerto Limón and the surrounding districts have a population of 76,000; 30% of the entire population of the Limón province. Puerto Limón is one of the only cities in Costa Rica with a predominately black population, and locals refer to the city simply as Limón.

Historically a port city, Limón does not have a reputation as a "tourist" city. Nevertheless, Limón is enduring a change and become a gateway to some of Costa Rica's most beautiful beaches. Good vistas of the rocky headlands upon which the city is built can be seen from the sea walls. Occasionally, cruise ships may dock at Puerto Limón.