Downtown San Jose Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic building with a clock tower, adjacent to a modern high-rise building.
A modern building with large windows, a yellow chandelier, and a stone facade.
A modern interior with a large red glass sculpture, a yellow glass piece, and a staircase with glass railings.
A street with shops, including a quilting and textiles store, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A large white church with domes and columns, located at the intersection of San Fernando St and Market St.

Stay near popular Downtown San Jose attractions

A train station with three trains on the tracks and a blue train in the background.

SAP Center at San Jose

8.6/10 (2,075 reviews)
Catch an event at SAP Center at San Jose during your trip to San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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Activities

Self Guided Walking Tour in Agnews Historic Park

Agnews Historic Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

AU$7
per traveller
Agnews Historic Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
San Francisco 49ers Football Game at Levi's Stadium

San Francisco 49ers Football Game at Levi's Stadium

AU$316
per adult
San Francisco 49ers Football Game at Levi's Stadium
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop

AU$137
per adult
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop
San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

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$416
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
San Francisco to Kings Canyon and Yosemite 2 Day Tour

San Francisco to Kings Canyon and Yosemite 2 Day Tour

AU$616
per adult
San Francisco to Kings Canyon and Yosemite 2 Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown San Jose Hotel Deals

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

3 out of 5
282 Almaden Blvd San Jose CA
The price is AU$239 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
AU$239
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,653 reviews)
"Breakfast was just average I was expecting a best variety of food"

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

3 out of 5
495 West San Carlos Street San Jose CA
The price is AU$219 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$219
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Popular attractions SAP Center at San Jose and Winchester ...
Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown
Signia by Hilton San Jose

Signia by Hilton San Jose

4 out of 5
170 S Market Street San Jose CA
The price is AU$324 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
AU$324
4 Dec - 5 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Strange noises coming from walls throughout the night; constant mechanical noise entire stay. Hard to find the main entrance -="

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Signia by Hilton San Jose
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$261 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
AU$261
12 Nov - 13 Nov
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
Hilton San Jose

Hilton San Jose

4 out of 5
300 Almaden Blvd San Jose CA
The price is AU$295 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
AU$295
5 Dec - 6 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
Hilton San Jose
Hotel De Anza by IHG

Hotel De Anza by IHG

4 out of 5
233 W Santa Clara St San Jose CA
The price is AU$226 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
AU$226
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Hotel De Anza by IHG
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown San Jose

Find the best Downtown San Jose areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.

A coastal landscape with a wooden structure, a bridge, and a river.
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Alviso

If you're spending some time in Alviso, San Francisco Bay and Topgolf San Jose are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown San Jose Travel Guide

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