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Things to do in Monteverde, Province of Puntarenas: The Best Gift & Specialty Shops
Discover the best top things to do in Monteverde, Costa Rica including Souvenir Rosewood-Info Center, Foresta, Ferlander Arguedas Studio & Art Gallery, Women Artisans Cooperative Santa Elena and Monteverde, Monteverde Hummingbird Gallery.
Restaurants in Monteverde
1. Souvenir Rosewood-Info Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 56 reviews
We are a small family business where you can find beautiful and unique wood bolws, which are made by the owner, the work area is in the same place so we extend the invitation to all our customers to visit the workshop and observe the process and for sure our garden. We also have jewelry that is made also by the owner and her daughter, some made from recycled paper, seeds, and more. We hope to see you soon!
Reviewed By middle_aged_mom_12
Don’t miss this place if you can help it! This is the place where the guy will show you how he turns bowls from wood. He also will show off his fantastic garden which has sugar cane, a macadamia tree, and coffee plants amongst numerous others. He cut some cane for our family to try. He also has a bird feeder where we saw a Toucanette, and a Euphonia bird. He also let us try a lime right off the tree, and showed us his pineapple plant, plantain and banana trees. The gift shop features his woodwork, and the prices are the most reasonable there. You can find his work (probably his work) in gift shops, but this place has the best variety and prices. Best was when he let my husband try helping him turn a bowl on the lathe. The owner is a really kind man. We gave him money for generously sharing his time with us.
2. Foresta
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Foresta shows a unique collection of locally made art, as well of some products made in costarica. Batik, pottery, jewelry,clothing,accessories, organic coffee, and more.
Reviewed By abbejoan58
Loved this shop. The owners and workers were friendly, bi-lingual and knowledgable. The shop is filled with beautiful hidden gems, some very affordable. Of all the shops in Monteverde, and Santa Elena, I loved that this was the least commercial. Instead, you will find handmade crafts from leather purses, fun hats, fine chocolates and coffee, beautiful one of a kind jewelry, and lovely paintings. I highly recommend this shop for purchasing unique, local gifts for those back home.
3. Ferlander Arguedas Studio & Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
My Art is Colorful, Vibrant, Psychedelic.. with lots of light, texture and love. My Studio/Gallery/Shop is an special place, full of magic.. My products are unique, handmade and artistic. We support local families. Our Magical shop is one in a kind and our products are like no other. I paint since I was 8 yrs old, Im 42, Now. I make different styles from Abstract, To hiperrealism. Welcome !!
4. Women Artisans Cooperative Santa Elena and Monteverde
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By katrinajuliafit - Atlanta, United States
Loved this place!!! Awesome selection of souvenirs & supporting local entrepreneurs. The lunch at Cuchara de Abuela yummy typical Costa Rican casado & fresh juice at great prices! Yes please! I stopped here several hours after spending my morning at Stellas across the street, came here to shop and have lunch, and then headed to Children's Eternal Rain Forest for a hike - less than 10 min away.
5. Monteverde Hummingbird Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 253 reviews
A Wildlife Photograph Gallery & Souvenir Shop located near the top of the Monteverde Cloud Forest and surrounded by many different species of hummingbirds and wildlife. The photographs were taken by the famous British Photographers, Michael and Patricia Fogden and used by National Geographics. The Hummingbird Gallery is a property owned by Michael and Patricia Fogden and it is located right next to the entrance of the privately owned Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve. The shop supports many indigenous tribes from Costa Rica and other countries in Central America. Their original master pieces are sold and exhibit at the gallery.
Reviewed By Hatewinter14 - Cambridge, Canada
Well the name says it all. Incredible experience with the hummingbirds flying all around you. There are multiple types of hummingbirds here. This place is free to attend, but please support the locals in the cafe or gift shop
