Costa Rica's Senor Scissorhands Topiary
Costa Rica's Senor Scissorhands Topiary
Costa Rica's Senor Scissorhands Topiary
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IBrown
Myrtle Beach, SC1,373 contributions
Oct 2022
While on our tour en route to Tilajari Resort we stopped at Zarcero for a photo op. We had about 15 minutes off the bus to walk around the park and enjoy the amazing shaped topiary. You can also take a walk through the Evangelista Blanco Church.
Written 9 October 2022
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KnitsbyConnie
MA500 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
One of the stops on my Caravan Costa Rica 8 day tour.
Located in front of San Rafael Church, the topiary gardens is very well maintained. It was decorated a it for Christmas. It is fun to walk through the garden. If you are on your way to La Fortuna, this is a good stop in Zarcero.
Located in front of San Rafael Church, the topiary gardens is very well maintained. It was decorated a it for Christmas. It is fun to walk through the garden. If you are on your way to La Fortuna, this is a good stop in Zarcero.
Written 31 December 2023
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MarilynUtica_NY
Utica, NY128 contributions
Mar 2013 • Friends
If you are traveling from San Jose to San Carlos or to the Arenal Volcano area and La Fortuna in Costa RIca, this is an absolute must stop. It's a totally unexpected beautiful stop with incredible topiaries in the park in front of the church. Animals, arches, and more, all originally done by one man as a gift to the town. Many other places have asked for his work, but his loyalty is to Zarcero and it is a great tribute. Absolutely wonderful.
Written 14 March 2013
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seek-scenic
New Jersey519 contributions
Mar 2015 • Couples
The topiary in this park is certainly something you don’t find everywhere. The row of arches is impressive. The whimsical animals are fun to see. In addition to being interesting to visit, it serves as a training experience for young people who wish to learn how to produce the topiary. This offers the opportunity to see works in progress. It’s not a “must see” attraction but if convenient, it’s definitely worth stopping for it.
Written 19 August 2015
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Jacciram
Bristol, UK30 contributions
Mar 2015 • Couples
This is a great place to stop and stretch your legs if you are travelling between Alejuela and Arenal. The topiary are great fun and it's amazing to think that this started as the work of one man.
An hour should be sufficient to wander around the square and to visit the lovely church which is made of wood but painted to look like marble. We were told there are some really good ice cream shops around the square too.
An hour should be sufficient to wander around the square and to visit the lovely church which is made of wood but painted to look like marble. We were told there are some really good ice cream shops around the square too.
Written 19 April 2015
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Lindsay N
Windermere, FL67 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
This is actually called “Zarcero Park” and is a great place stop of driving from SJO airport to the Arenal/la Fortuna area.
Written 29 February 2020
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Sarah G
Harrogate, UK1,490 contributions
Dec 2019
We had a quick stop to see the church, which is beautiful inside and outside, and the topiary on our way from San Jose to El Arenal.
Written 5 January 2020
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Misty0403
Austin, TX30 contributions
Aug 2019 • Friends
Absolutely amazing garden. It is worth a quick trip in Zarcerdo to see the gardens and very nice church.
Written 22 August 2019
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Barheat
Hamilton, Canada1,746 contributions
Mar 2018 • Friends
Located in front of San Rafael Church, the topiary gardens are impressive. It is fun to walk through the garden and try to identify the animals that are depicted. Keeping the shrubs trimmed is a full time job. Definitely a must see when in Zarcero.
Written 10 June 2018
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Lynette51
Santa Barbara, CA1,850 contributions
Jun 2016 • Couples
We were told that if you walk thru the topiary garden animals hand in hand with a loved one you will be together forever! This is a really unique topiary garden in the middle of town. All different animal shapes from hedges. Many people with their children come to this park to enjoy the gardens and enjoy a picnic lunch. Different paved paths that go this way and that which is easy to walk. And behind this topiary garden is a beautiful church. You can walk thru the church as well to view the architecture if offers. And across the street is a very good ice cream shop but there may be a line to wait in!
Written 9 August 2016
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Is there a good restaurant to eat lunch near this? We are planning to stop on our way to Arenal from SJO
Written 15 January 2020
It's in a small town with a variety of eateries
Written 12 February 2020
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