Travelers Warning in San Jose

Travelers Warning in San Jose

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99.9% of the country’s crimes are committed in the capital. Even so, when compared to other major cities around the world – Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York or Paris – San Jose’s streets are quite safe. Most of the crimes committed in San Jose are non-violent; however the number of violent crimes - mugging, pickpocketing, jewelry and purse snatching, video camera snatching, and most recently, kidnapping and carjacking – has increased slightly over the last few years.

When visiting San Jose, travelers should take the same common sense precautions that they would in any other large city. While the streets are relatively safe during the day, it is recommended that travelers, especially women, do not walk alone after dark.

Additional caution should be taken at bus terminals, especially when headed to the beaches or more remote areas of the country. La Coca Cola - the bus station to Guanacaste and Puntarenas beaches – for instance, is notorious for stolen luggage. Thus, travelers are advised never to leave bags unattended.

The financial district, the area between Calle 8 and Calle 13 and the streets surrounding the Banco Central, Plaza de la Cultura, Parque Central, Barrio Amon and Parque Morazan are also higher crime areas. You should be careful during the daytime and avoid these places altogether between 10pm and 6am.

 

Stealing your Stuff



This is how thieves steal your belonging from your backpack.

Note: The people in the picture are not thieves. They volunteered for the photo so that we can show you how crime happens.

 
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