WHAT TO BRING TO COSTA RICA To visit Costa Rica, you have to bring the following things: Casual clothing for city traveling. Trousers—cotton or light synthetic pants. Footwear: Sandals, tennis shoes if you´re are going to take a tour in the city, just to be more comfortable. Plastic water bottle—especially if you are going to walk in San José downtown. Camera and film. Swimwear. Collapsible luggage to store extra items in San José. Sun glasses. Sun protection. Insect repellent if you are going to visit the beaches. WHAT TO BRING FOR KIDS Hiking shorts. Favorite hat or sun protection. Extra prescription glasses and medication (if applicable). Small daypack and collecting stuff. Plenty of cotton t-shirts. Nail clippers, tweezers, cotton swabs, moist wipes for quick clean-ups. Sandals, tennis shoes, socks,shorts pants, a cap. Swimwear and inflatable water wings, if used. Crayons, magic markers, pens, pencils and favorite toys.