Liberia: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Liberia is a district and the largest city in the Guanacaste Province of Costa Rica, 215 kilometres (134 mi) northwest of the national capital, San José.

Liberia, Costa Rica · CC BY-SA 4.0

Map of places

Now in the cityLiberia+30°CPartly cloudy · sunset 05:16 PMupdated 10:37 AM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

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Exchange rate₡454.24per 1 $CRC — the local currencyas of Nov 3, 2026

Worth a day trip

San José≈ 3 hr 20 min

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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Updated information on customs rules; gang-related violence; fines for unauthorised entry into restricted conservation areas and earthquakes and recent volcanic activity ('Entry requirements' and 'Safety and security' pages).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.

crime

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Exercise increased caution in Costa Rica due to crime. Petty crime is common throughout Costa Rica. Violent crime also affects tourists. This includes armed robbery, homicide, and sexual assault.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Stay longer on a programme

Work and Travel, internships, au pair and volunteering in Costa Rica: visa, invitation and on-site support are handled by CMO International Programmes.