Today’s video is at the Liberia Farmer’s Market, which occurs on Thursday’s and Friday’s. Liberia is a large town in Costa Rica, and the Capital City of the Province of Guanacaste. If you’re visiting Costa Rica for a vacation or a tour of the country, there’s a good change you’ll pick the Liberia Airport to begin your adventure.
Check out our Shop Page for stuff you can use for your trip.
Liberia is a great place to pick up your essentials for your trip. With large stores like Walmart, Pequeno Mundo and Pricemart – you’ll find everything you need to have a great vacation.
Many towns in Costa Rica will feature a local farmers market. Liberia is no exception, and will often have many farmers and vendors to check out. To find the Market, you’ll head to the north side of Liberia. If you take the Inter American Hwy, stay on the local road rather than the highway bypass. When you arrive at ‘Trans 8’ you’ll turn right on this side road. This intersection has the local police station which is very identifiable.
Grand Rose Entrance
After about 200 meters, and then see the rose colored grand entrance to the fair grounds. You can park on the side of the road, there will usually be a gentleman who will watch your car and assist with getting back on the road. You can pay these parking watchers about 1000-2000 colones($2) for their services if you please.
In addition to all the great foods, you’ll also likely see some vendors with clothes, cosmetics and essential oils. Most vendors will only deal in cash, so it’s good to bring enough and small bills. To withdrawal cash using my credit card, I go to the local bank called BN(“Banco Nacional”). I’ve never had an issue taking out local currency at this state bank.
Bring a cooler backpack during your shopping trip to a local market in Costa Rica. Keep your fruits and veggies cool while you explore.
Fresh & Vibrant Food
Most vendors have various fruits and vegetables. Many will have various roots, oranges and pineapples. Some of the vendors will carry unique fruits like rambutan and water apples. There are also guanabana & zapote available, which I have seen on less occasions.
You can expect to pay a few dollars for a very large amount of most of the foods. It’s a great opportunity to stock up on a weekly basis with your fresh foods directly from the farmers.
A Weekly Adventure
If you’re staying in Guanacaste for an extended period, the farmer’s market is worth visiting every week. It’s easiest to get there by car, but there are bus services that head to Liberia from all the surrounding towns.
If you’re visiting for a short time, stop by on a Thursday or Friday while you visit Liberia to sample some of the great fruits and vegetables.
Invest In Guanacaste
Visit El Coco Properties for awesome investment opportunities in paradise! With increasing tourism and vacationers landing in Liberia Airport every year, it’s the perfect time to check out Playas del Coco and the surrounding area.
Follow Us
I hope you enjoyed this post about my favorite top 5 swimmable beaches in Costa Rica. Be sure to Subscribe to our Youtube Channel, and leave a comment with your thoughts about this location or request a video in other cool destinations around Costa Rica.
Liberia Farmers Market FAQ: Local Food Guide
Q: Where is the market located?
A: Two blocks east of central park, between Plaza Pulmitan and Calle Real. Look for large covered structure. Free street parking nearby. Walking distance from town center.
Q: When is the market open?
A: Main market days: Thursday through Sunday, 6 AM – 2 PM. Best selection early morning. Some vendors open other days. Produce vendors arrive earliest. Busiest Saturday morning.
Q: What can you find here?
A: Fresh fruits and vegetables. Farm eggs. Local cheese varieties. Fresh herbs. Coffee beans. Handmade tortillas. Traditional foods. Prices 50% less than supermarkets.
Q: What makes this market special?
A: Local Guanacaste products. Traditional food preparation. Regional fruits. Morning gathering spot. True local prices. Mix of farm vendors. Fresh daily produce.
Q: What should you bring?
A: Shopping bags. Small bills and coins. Basic Spanish helpful. Water bottle recommended. Early arrival best for selection. ATMs nearby if needed.
Q: How are the prices?
A: Local town prices. Lower than tourist areas. Bulk buying saves more. Morning has best selection. Afternoon discounts common. Some bargaining okay for large purchases.
Q: What local tips help?
A: Greet vendors with “Buenos dias.” Ask “¿Cuanto cuesta?” for prices. Morning has freshest picks. Some vendors give samples. Watch items being weighed. Park at Plaza Pulmitan lot.
0 Comments