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1. Biesanz Woodworks
Expat artist Barry Biesanz creates unique, world-class items from Costa Rican hardwoods, which are turned (a form of woodworking) on-site. Local artisans also ply their trade here. It's difficult to find, so take a taxi or call for directions from your hotel.
Bello Horizonte, 800 meters (2,624 feet) south of Escuela Bello Horizonte, Escazú, San José, 10203, Costa Rica2289–4337 -
2. Casa del Soñador
Stop in at this unique artisan shop, a picturesque wood cottage embellished with monumental carvings by local wood sculptor Macedonio Quesada, the creator of the House of the Dreamer. Though Macedonio died years ago, his sons Miguel and Hermes continue the tradition, carving interesting, often comical little statues out of coffee roots, which they sell for only $10 to $25.
2 km (1 mile) south of Cachí Dam, Orosi, Cartago, 30204, Costa Rica2577–1812 -
3. Chaverrí Oxcart Factory
In the nicest of the many stores south of town, you can wander through the workshops and see the artisans in action. Despite the name, offerings extend well beyond oxcarts, and Chaverrí is a good place to buy wooden crafts of all kinds. Chaverrí also runs a restaurant next door, Las Carretas, which serves a variety of local food all day until 6 pm and has a good lunch buffet.
Main Rd., 2 km (1 mile) south of Sarchí, Sarchí, Alajuela, 21202, Costa Rica2454–4411 -
4. Congo
Congo offers a good selection of wood carvings and ceramic bowls and vases made by local artisans. It's a small four-store chain.
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