West of Escazú on the old or the new highway, Santa Ana is only 10 to 15 minutes away from MultiPlaza, a popular location often visited by tourists.

Santa Ana, a small suburb located only 5 miles from San José is an ideal city for learning Spanish due to its laid back and relaxed atmosphere as well as the welcoming Tico community.

Santa Ana, Valley of the Sun, is a town perfect for those who like to explore on foot. There are local artisans to see, a large variety of restaurants to eat at, as well as internet cafes, banks, and shopping. Santa Ana offers the relaxing location of being amidst coffee plantations, orchids, flowering trees, bromeliads, butterflies and birds. It maintains a quiet, rural village-like feel to it. It is locally famous for growing the best onions in the world and is beginning to gain a reputation for developing an extensive center of ceramics and pottery.

While studying in a relaxed environment, students who need a little more nightlife and extensive cultural activities are only a 20 minute drive from San José! Santa Ana is a great place to study for those who enjoy quiet, rural surroundings but want to have quick access to the hustle and bustle of the city.