{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/costa-rica/siquirres","updatedAt":"2026-11-03T12:54:59.617Z","place":{"city":"Siquirres","country":"Costa Rica","countryCode":"CR","lat":10.09748,"lon":-83.50659},"safety":{"score":68,"level":"SAFE","answer":"Yes — generally safe","saferThanPctOfCountries":69,"confidence":0.87,"caps":[],"databaseScore":70,"travellerSentiment":{"score":59,"label":"Mixed","summary":"Traveler sentiment indicates that while Costa Rica is generally safe and most visitors have positive experiences, there's a growing awareness of rising crime rates and specific risk areas.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":45,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":62,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":78,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":59,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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Travelers should exercise increased caution and be aware of their surroundings.","robberyRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"While violent crime is largely tied to drug trafficking and doesn't typically target tourists, robbery is a risk, and resistance is not advised."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Petty theft, including from cars and unattended bags, is common throughout Costa Rica and can occur in Siquirres."},"safeAreas":[],"avoidAreas":["Areas known for drug trafficking activity (generally port cities like Limón, not specifically detailed for Siquirres but a national trend)"],"scams":["Bus strike scam: Drivers may inform tourists of a fabricated bus strike to solicit fares for unofficial transport.","Digital fraud: Be wary of fake booking sites, cloned pages, and online payment scams targeting travelers."],"zones":[{"name":"Siquirres Central","level":"caution","note":"General caution advised due to moderate crime risk and potential for petty theft."},{"name":"Barrio Los Ángeles","level":"caution","note":"Residential area, exercise normal precautions, especially after dark."},{"name":"Barrio La Unión","level":"caution","note":"Similar to other urban areas; be aware of surroundings and avoid displaying valuables."},{"name":"Barrio El Porvenir","level":"caution","note":"Standard caution recommended; be aware of petty crime risks."},{"name":"Barrio La Colina","level":"caution","note":"Exercise vigilance, particularly regarding petty theft and personal belongings."}]}}