Silicon Valley, CA

Travel Guide

San Jose showing signage
Fremont which includes landscape views, mountains and a bay or harbor
San Jose Museum of Art which includes a city
San Jose showing signage, street scenes and a city
St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica which includes a church or cathedral and interior views

Where to stay in Silicon Valley

Downtown San Jose featuring heritage architecture

Downtown San Jose

4/5(936 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Jose. You can visit top attractions like San Pedro Square and St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica, and jump on the metro at Santa Clara Station or St James Station to see more of the city.

Downtown San Jose
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Stanford

You'll enjoy the churches and monuments in Stanford. You might want to make time for a stop at Stanford Stadium or Stanford Shopping Center.

Stanford
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Northside

4/5(1 area review)

While there might not be top attractions in Northside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like San Jose City Hall and San Jose Flea Market.

Northside
Most fantastic Burnt Almond Cake here.

Willow Glen

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Explore this historic downtown with diverse architectural styles, and upscale living. Enjoy shopping and dining in Downtown Willow Glen, and access nearby VTA light rail and Caltrain stations.

Willow Glen
Winchester Mystery House

West San Jose

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

While visiting West San Jose, you might make a stop by sights like Winchester Mystery House and Santana Row Shopping Center.

West San Jose
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SNAIL

4/5(90 area reviews)

Though SNAIL might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yahoo Headquarters and Twin Creeks Sports Complex.

SNAIL
Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
1350 N 1st Street, San Jose, CA
The price is AED 446 per night from Feb 28 to Mar 1
AED 446
AED 513 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 20 February 2025

Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley, an IHG Hotel
Sonesta Silicon Valley
Sonesta Silicon Valley
4 out of 5
1820 Barber Ln, Milpitas, CA
The price is AED 484 per night from Feb 28 to Mar 1
AED 484
AED 553 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Milpitas. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,484 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff!"

Reviewed on 22 February 2025

Sonesta Silicon Valley
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
3 out of 5
1727 Technology Dr, San Jose, CA
The price is AED 426 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
AED 426
AED 495 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,320 reviews)
"Happy"

Reviewed on 21 February 2025

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
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Global Luxury Suites at Mountain View
Global Luxury Suites at Mountain View
4 out of 5
1720 El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in Mountain View. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the property condition ...
8/10 Very Good! (178 reviews)
"Garbage disposal did not work.subtle rumbling all day and night- off and in. Not sure if it was trucks outside, the elevator or garbage shire. Not noticeable with tv on, but noticeable at night. Electronic locks were confusing."

Reviewed on 31 October 2024

Global Luxury Suites at Mountain View
Kasa University-Airport Santa Clara
Kasa University-Airport Santa Clara
4 out of 5
588 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Santa Clara. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions SAP Center at ...
9/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
"Everything was amazing!! We will definitely come back!!"

Reviewed on 30 July 2024

Kasa University-Airport Santa Clara
Studios Inn
Studios Inn
3.5 out of 5
348 S. Clover Ave, San Jose, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (78 reviews)
"Very clean, with all amenities you may need, super-convenient to Santana Row and other shopping mall. Gas station around the corner. Safe parking. Only hitch: due to shared door with next apartment, you can follow conversations/loud TV if neighbors don't pay attention. However, we made it work and ..."

Reviewed on 17 February 2025

Studios Inn
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Popular places to visit

Stanford University

Stanford University

4.5/5(1,972 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe around Stanford University, a top university in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Stanford University
Googleplex. Mountain View, CA. November 7, 2015.

Googleplex

4/5(99 reviews)

After visiting Googleplex, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mountain View. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Googleplex
San Jose Convention Center

San Jose Convention Center

4/5(561 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening at San Jose Convention Center, a top convention center in San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

San Jose Convention Center
This is a great place across from the mall where you could eat at a diverse set of restaurants!

Santana Row Shopping Center

4.5/5(119 reviews)

During your trip to San Jose, you can enjoy retail therapy at Santana Row Shopping Center. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Santana Row Shopping Center
Winchester Mystery House

Winchester Mystery House

4.5/5(569 reviews)

Learn about the local history of San Jose when you spend time at Winchester Mystery House. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this family-friendly area.

Winchester Mystery House
Mt view shoreline

Shoreline Amphitheatre

4.5/5(95 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Shoreline Amphitheatre during your stay in Mountain View. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Shoreline Amphitheatre