Tiril
Norway
Tamarindo was a very vibrant city with a lot of friendly locals. But extremely many tourists in the high season when it's summer in Costa Rica(December to February ca.). At night it can be a bit scary walking around alone.
Posted: January 8, 2026Experienced: August, 2025Based on 3 local experiences
Based on 3 local experiences
Romane
Tamarindo is a very touristic city meaning that when I am in the city, I feel fairly safe, it's mostly Americans and European tourists. Even alone, wouldn't recommend but I am not really scared. In the other towns near, I am more on my guard but still walk alone (not after 8pm)
Posted: April 1, 2025Isabel
Tamarindo is generally safe just make sure to be careful if you go party at night. Like any place try not to be alone late and don’t leave your drink alone. Also watch out for the surfer dudes 😅 they always look to flirt with tourists
Posted: November 8, 2024