The nation's architectural treasure, this European-style theater was completed in 1897 and is full of murals, frescoes and gold ornamentation. Try to see a performance, if time allows, but at least take a self-guided tour of the neoclassical 100-seat opera house. The ceiling mural depicting the production of bananas and coffee is worth the price of admission. The theater's restaurant, Teatro Cafe, is a pleasant place to stop for lunch or coffee. Monday-Friday 9 am-4 pm, Saturday 9 am-5 pm. About 1500 CRC. Avenida 2 (between Calle 3 and Calle 5), San Jose. Phone 2221-9417.
