This charming town has views of the colossus from almost every angle, and people say that it was named “Fortuna” after the fertile land surrounding the town that was once dedicated exclusively to agriculture. During the last decades the popularity of the area has grown, with local and international visitors coming to experience the beauty of the Arenal Volcano. Several experiences were developed, including hiking, rafting, canopy, quad tours, horseback riding and others, and that is why it is considered by many the adventure capital of Costa Rica.

The town offers a wide variety of gastronomic options, international and local, from gourmet to cafes. Explore our Gastronomy section to learn more. There is a lively nightlife, bars and restaurants that offer drinks, cocktails, craft beers, accompanied by live music and weekly events. Shopping opportunities also abound, with supermarkets and pharmacies for essentials, art galleries, and souvenir and clothing stores for more options. A walk around the central park surrounding the church will take you past the post office, banks, clinics, gyms, restaurants and shops.