Where Is Costa Rica?

Costa Rica is located in Central America. It borders Nicaragua to the north and Panama to the south. Guatemala, the northernmost country in Central America, is also north of Costa Rica.

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The Pacific Coast is on the west side of the country, and the Caribbean Coast is on the eastern side. Costa Rica is located at 10 degrees north of the equator.

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