Are you hoping to experience the culture of art in Costa Rica? Or perhaps you are searching for art classes near me from your hotel. Jaco is well known for its creative inhabitants and art-infused culture. You’ll find incredibly talented resident artists, impressive murals, beautiful handmade souvenirs, and art classes.

With the theme of “ART. LOVE. NATURE.,” Artify Jaco is a movement to beautify the streets of Playa Jaco. Artists from all over have been selected to paint incredible, larger-than-life murals on various buildings throughout the town. You’ll see indigenous-inspired paintings, massive jungle animals, colossal waves with surfers riding them, wings of all shapes and sizes, and more. These murals bring color and life to the bustling city, creating a truly unique place. We suggest taking a self-guided art tour of the city to see how many murals you can spot!

Paintings and handmade crafts make great souvenir gifts or creative additions to your home decor. Be sure to check out Tico Pod. This small shop offers a wide selection of original paintings, prints, stickers, handmade crafts, wooden cutlery, other carved goods, and more. This is one of the top choices for souvenir shopping. If you’re hoping to find some art supplies to do some crafts on your own, check out the local “librerías” stores that sell art and school supplies. 

If you’re hoping to book some art classes with the talented artists of Jaco, be sure to check out Morphosis Studio. They offer art for adults and kids, led by resident artist Colleen Simmons. Her funky style was greatly influenced by the nature of Costa Rica when she moved here. Her original paintings and prints are also for sale, and she offers private classes for kids and Sip and Paint classes for adults. Contact her directly to book your family art day!

Jaco is the place for you if you are into the art of dance and movement! Live Arts Academy is a dance and movement studio in Jaco that hosts daily dance classes. From hip-hop and jazz to salsa, there is something for everyone! Kids and adults alike will have a great time during these dance classes, so don’t hesitate to visit the studio during your vacation. Pulse Pole Studio is another community favorite offering children silks, gymnastics, and sports poles. Adult classes offered include dance, pole sport, and exotic pole.