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Pequeno Mundo Montes de Oca

Rating

4.2(4,089)

Family of 4

USD 0 to browse; budget USD 40-80 if purchasing toys or clothing

Duration

1-2 hours

Best Ages

3-12

About

Pequeno Mundo Montes de Oca is a family shopping stop in San Jose, and the listing centers on department store, point of interest. Plan on free browsing, with food or shopping extra, about 1-2 hours, and indoor time. For ages, age fit is 3-12, with toddlers through big kids marked; set a spending limit first.

Age Suitability

Infants (0-1)Toddlers (1-3)Little Kids (4-6)Big Kids (7-9)Tweens (10-12)Teens (13-17)

Parent Logistics

Stroller-Friendly

Yes

Nursing / Changing

Available

Setting

Rainy Day

Great option!

Plan Your Visit

Best Time to Visit

Weekday mornings before 11am to avoid weekend crowds

Wait Times

Minimal

Nearby Food

Several cafes and sodas (local Costa Rican diners) within a 5-minute walk in Los Yoses. Multiplaza Escazu and Mall San Pedro are nearby for food courts.

Why Kids Love It

Pequeno Mundo Montes de Oca is a beloved Costa Rican children's department store packed with toys, costumes, school supplies, and kids' clothing. Kids light up browsing aisles of colorful toys and interactive displays, and parents appreciate the wide selection at fair prices. It's a go-to destination in San Jose's Los Yoses neighborhood for birthdays, school shopping, or just a fun browse.

Pro Tips from Parents

  • Store hours run 9am-8pm daily, making it convenient before or after other San Jose sightseeing.
  • The store carries Carnaval and Halloween costumes year-round , great for dress-up.
  • Parking in the area is limited; consider arriving by Uber or taxi from central San Jose.

What to Bring

  • Cash or credit card (colones or USD accepted)
  • A wish list if shopping for birthdays
  • Patience for busy Saturday afternoons

Cost Info

Estimated Cost (Family of 4)

USD 0 to browse; budget USD 40-80 if purchasing toys or clothing

Tips to Save

  • Use the store as a rainy-day outing to browse without pressure to buy.
  • Check the clearance section near the back.

Hours & Contact

Hours

Friday
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Contact

C. 45, San Jose, San Pedro, Los Yoses, 11501, Costa Rica

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