Almaden Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A lush green valley with rolling hills, a small town, and distant mountains under a cloudy sky.
A house surrounded by dense forest and hills.

Stay near popular Almaden Valley attractions

Almaden Quicksilver County Park

Explore the great outdoors at Almaden Quicksilver County Park, a lovely green space in San Jose. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop

AU$133
per adult
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop
Private 2-hour San Jose State University Tour: Secret Stories

San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

AU$7
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoia Tour

San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour

AU$406
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

Redwoods Forest Bathing

AU$211
per adult
Redwoods Forest Bathing
Pressed Flower Art

Pressed Flower Art

AU$125
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pressed Flower Art
Sequoia National Park & Crystal Cave Day Tour from San Jose

Sequoia National Park Day Tour from San Jose

AU$1,151
per adult
Sequoia National Park Day Tour from San Jose
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Our pick of the best Almaden Valley Hotel Deals

Sonesta Silicon Valley

Sonesta Silicon Valley

4 out of 5
1820 Barber Ln Milpitas CA
The price is AU$199 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$199
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milpitas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Sonesta Silicon Valley
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

4.5 out of 5
215 Beach Street Santa Cruz CA
The price is AU$585 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$585
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (559 reviews)
"Great Hotel with great staff"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG

Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG

3 out of 5
1350 N 1st Street San Jose CA
The price is AU$207 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$207
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,121 reviews)
"Great bed nice pillows"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
Maple Tree Inn

Maple Tree Inn

3 out of 5
711 E El Camino Real Sunnyvale CA
The price is AU$144 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$144
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sunnyvale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,090 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Maple Tree Inn
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
1727 Technology Dr San Jose CA
The price is AU$204 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$204
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,121 reviews)
"Convenient lodging place for business travelers. Located near the San Jose airport, and some corporations."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
The Westin San Jose

The Westin San Jose

4 out of 5
302 South Market Street San Jose CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$244 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$244
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
The Westin San Jose
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Our guide on where to stay in Almaden Valley

Find the best Almaden Valley areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large white church with domes and columns, located at the intersection of San Fernando St and Market St.

Downtown San Jose

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

A cityscape with a river, green spaces, and mountains in the background.

South San Jose

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in South San Jose. If sightseeing is on the list, Almaden Plaza is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Blossom Hill Station (VTA) or Snell Station to see more of the area.

A historic building with a tower, surrounded by palm trees and cypress trees.

Willow Glen

When in Willow Glen and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The Pruneyard Shopping Center or SAP Center at San Jose and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bascom Station or Fruitdale Station.

A historic house with a stone entrance, a flag, and a welcome sign.

West San Jose

If you're spending some time in West San Jose, Winchester Mystery House and Santana Row Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

A highway sign for Exit 2B to San Jose on I-101 South, 1 mile ahead.

North San Jose

While you're in North San Jose, take in top sights like Samsung Semiconductor Inc or Topgolf San Jose, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cisco Station or Baypointe Station.

Almaden Valley Travel Guide

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