The 1,140-seat National Theatre of Costa Rica is Costa Rica's national theatre, located in the central section of San José. Construction began in 1891, and it opened to the public on 21 October 1897 with a performance of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's Faust.
The National Theatre stood as a cultural asset of the country during a time when coffee exports were a source of its success. It presents high quality performances, with artistic criteria being very high.
The building is considered the finest historic building in the capital, and it is known for its exquisite interior which includes its lavish furnishings.
Summer: daily 9 am - 6 pm
Hourly guided tours in Spanish and English:
Daily: 9 am - 7 pm
Tours: $10
Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Theatre_of_Costa_Rica
Official website (Spanish) http://www.teatronacional.go.cr/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeatroNacionalCostaRica
Email calderone@teatronacional.go.cr
Phone +506 2221 5341
Address Avenida Segunda entre Calles 3 y 5 Centro, San José Costa Rica
Coordinates 9°55'59.32" N -84°4'37.006" E
