Best Costa Rica Apps

194+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated May 2026

Finding the right costa rica app can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 194+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Top Picks for Costa Rica

Explore Costa Rica#1

Explore Costa Rica by Daniel Sanchez Brenes

Turismo, Naturaleza
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
5.0(1 ratings)
Free
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Discover tours, accommodations, food, and transportation for your Costa Rican adventure. Find national parks, beaches, waterfalls, and unique activities like camping and surfing. Filter by category and province to plan your perfect trip.

Animals of Costa Rica#2

Animals of Costa Rica by Stefan Kunz

Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
4.3(6 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Explore Costa Rica's diverse wildlife with this comprehensive field guide. Discover over 6,600 species with more than 10,000 images, covering mammals, birds, reptiles, fish, insects, and more. Track species you've encountered and learn about their habitats and behaviors.

Costa Rica Travel Guide#3

Costa Rica Travel Guide by eTips LTD

with Offline Map & Tours
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
2.0(5 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This offline travel guide provides comprehensive information for exploring a destination. It features interactive maps, daily itineraries, and practical tips for accommodation, shopping, and nightlife, all accessible without an internet connection.

More Costa Rica apps to explore

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CRMaps
CRMaps
CRMaps
Costa Rica Maps & Information
Free

Discover tourist areas across Costa Rica with this app. Browse by region and category to find essential business information like phone numbers, emails, webpages, and GPS locations. Includes special sections for tide charts and traveler tips.

Discover tourist areasBrowse by region and categoryBusiness contact information
✈️ Travel
(3)
free
5
Viator Tours & Attractions
Viator Tours & Attractions
Viator Tours & Attractions
Plan travel experiences
Free

Discover and book world-class travel experiences with industry-leading flexibility. Access tickets offline, manage bookings, and get real-time notifications for your activities. Plan your dream trip with ease, read millions of reviews, and enjoy exclusive app-only promotions.

Browse tours and activitiesAccess tickets offlineModify or cancel bookings
✈️ Travel
(264K)
free with in-app purchases
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Costa Rican Newspapers
Costa Rican Newspapers
Costa Rican Newspapers
Breaking news in Costa Rica
Free

Access news from Costa Rica's leading newspapers and magazines in one convenient application. Browse headlines and articles from various categories without needing to visit individual news sites.

Aggregated news from top Costa Rican publicationsAccess general, regional, economic, sports, celebrity, and fashion newsRead articles from multiple sources in one app
📡 News
(512)
ad-supported
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Costa Rica Offline Map and Travel Trip Guide
Costa Rica Offline Map and Travel Trip Guide
Costa Rica Offline Map and Travel Trip Guide
by OFFLINE MAP TRIP GUIDE LTD
Free

Navigate Costa Rica with detailed offline maps, points of interest, and advanced routing. Find attractions, restaurants, and hotels without an internet connection, saving on roaming costs. Plan your trip with ease using this comprehensive travel guide.

100% offline mapsDetailed vector mapsPowerful search engine
✈️ Travel
(2)
free
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Radio Costa Rica: Live FM & AM
Radio Costa Rica: Live FM & AM
Radio Costa Rica: Live FM & AM
Listen radio & podcasts online
Free

Access over 200 Costa Rican radio stations, both FM and online, with genre sorting, playlists, and top song information. Save favorites, use a sleep timer, and enjoy features like CarPlay support and song identification.

Over 200 Costa Rican radio stationsRadio station playlistsFavorites and listening history
🎵 Music
(173)
free with in-app purchases
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W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal
W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal
W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal
by Mobail Apps S.L.
Free

Discover everything this hotel has to offer for a unique stay. Make restaurant reservations, explore events, and find curated experiences to enhance your visit. Dive into your dream vacation with this comprehensive hotel companion.

Restaurant reservationsView hotel happeningsDiscover crafted experiences
✈️ Travel
(378)
free
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Papa John's Costa Rica
Papa John's Costa Rica
Papa John's Costa Rica
by FP Principal S.A.
Free

Order delicious pizzas quickly and easily with just a few clicks. Existing users can log in with their web account to keep their Papa Points. New customers can register to start earning points with every order.

Quick and easy pizza orderingUse existing web account and Papa PointsEarn Papa Points on new orders
🍔 Food & Drink
(254)
free with in-app purchases
11
Culture of Costa Rica Exam
Culture of Costa Rica Exam
Culture of Costa Rica Exam
Practice Exam
Free
📚 Education
(0)
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KAYAK: Flights, Hotels & Cars
KAYAK: Flights, Hotels & Cars
KAYAK: Flights, Hotels & Cars
Plan vacations & book trips
Free

This app searches hundreds of travel sites to compare flights, hotels, and car rentals, helping you find the best options for your trip. It offers price tracking, budget planning, itinerary building, and mobile-only deals.

Compare flight options from hundreds of sitesFind mobile-only hotel ratesSearch car sharing and traditional agencies
✈️ Travel
(489K)
free with in-app purchases
13
History of Costa Rica Exam
History of Costa Rica Exam
History of Costa Rica Exam
by Martin Tseng
Free
📚 Education
(0)
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Expat-Tations
Expat-Tations
Expat-Tations
by IT iCO SRL
Free

Navigate the complexities of expat life in Panama, Costa Rica, and Central America. This app provides essential information on residency, property purchase, and business setup to help you thrive abroad.

Expat life insightsResidency application infoProperty purchase guidance
📡 News
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free
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Live Costa Rica Radio Stations
Live Costa Rica Radio Stations
Live Costa Rica Radio Stations
by Ankur Meghani
Free

Access a vast collection of live radio stations from Costa Rica, featuring music, news, and sports. Enjoy uninterrupted listening with frequent updates and convenient features like a sleep timer and favorites list.

Stream live radio stationsCoverage of sporting events and concertsAll Costa Rica Language Radio Stations
🎵 Music
(43)
free with in-app purchases
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Radio Costa Rica FM AM Live
Radio Costa Rica FM AM Live
Radio Costa Rica FM AM Live
Música y Noticias FM AM
Free

Listen to live radio stations from Costa Rica and around the world. Discover new stations, set alarms, and enjoy news, weather, and games. Offers a free experience with an optional ad-free subscription.

Live radio broadcastsNews, sports, and music stationsAlarm and sleep timer
🎵 Music
(69)
free with in-app purchases
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Beera Vida
Beera Vida
Beera Vida
The Costa Rican Craft Beer App
Free

Discover Costa Rica's craft beer scene with a comprehensive directory of local breweries. Find detailed information on beer offerings, operating hours, and contact details. Track your visits and earn rewards with a personalized beer passport and interactive map.

Brewery directoryDetailed brewery profilesPersonalized beer passport
✈️ Travel
(8)
free
18
Domivita
Domivita
Domivita
All your local service needs
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
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Costa Rica Birds
Costa Rica Birds
Costa Rica Birds
Field Guide for mobile devices
$14.99

A comprehensive digital field guide for birding in Costa Rica, offering detailed information on over 1000 species. This offline app allows users to track sightings, make notes, and compare similar birds, enhancing their birdwatching experience.

Offline birding field guideOver 1000 species with images and soundsDetailed identification information
🔍 Reference
(25)
paid
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TDMAX
TDMAX
TDMAX
Para los fanáticos del fútbol
Free

Stream live football matches from Costa Rica, including top divisions and national team games. Access exclusive sports programming and popular national channels with high-quality video on multiple devices. Enjoy original productions and international sporting events.

Live football streamingExclusive sports programmingCosta Rican national channels
🎬 Entertainment
(1.6K)
free with in-app purchases

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