Downtown San Jose Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Downtown San Jose
San Jose Museum of Art featuring interior views
San Jose Museum of Art featuring interior views and art
Downtown San Jose
St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica featuring a church or cathedral

Popular places to visit

San Jose McEnery Convention Center

San Jose McEnery Convention Center

4/5(4 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in San Jose McEnery Convention Center during your trip to San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

San Jose McEnery Convention Center
Tech Museum which includes interior views

The Tech Interactive

Bring your kids to learn about modern advances and enjoy building your own robot and playing with the interactive displays in this museum’s themed galleries.

The Tech Interactive
Children\'s Discovery Museum which includes interior views as well as children

Children's Discovery Museum

Watch your kids play with intriguing interactive displays and learn about community, connections and creativity in this acclaimed science museum.

Children's Discovery Museum
St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica featuring a church or cathedral

St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica

Take a free guided tour of this majestic church to see its excellent stained-glass windows and intricate ceiling art.

St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica
San Jose Museum of Art showing interior views and art

San Jose Museum of Art

Admire the work of West Coast creatives, and discover the ways in which technology meets art.

San Jose Museum of Art
San Jose City Hall

San Jose City Hall

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

San Jose City Hall

Activities

Picture 2 for Activity San Jose: Valley Ghosts Haunted Walking Tour

San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette

AU$49
per adult
San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette
San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoia Tour

San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour

AU$442
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Monterey California Coast

Big Sur Monterey California Coast from San Jose 1 - 12 people

AU$1,523
per adult
Big Sur Monterey California Coast from San Jose 1 - 12 people
Salem Puzzling Adventure

San Jose Puzzling Adventure

AU$53
per traveller
San Jose Puzzling Adventure
San Jose Unveiled: A Private Walking Tour

San Jose Unveiled: A Private Walking Tour

AU$977
per adult
San Jose Unveiled: A Private Walking Tour
Gems of San Jose California - Walking Tour for Couples

Gems of San Jose California - Walking Tour for Couples

AU$909
per adult
Gems of San Jose California - Walking Tour for Couples
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Our pick of the best Downtown San Jose Hotel Deals

Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

2 out of 5
495 West San Carlos Street, San Jose, CA
The price is AU$217 per night from 18 July to 19 July
AU$217
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Santana Row Shopping Center and SAP Center at San ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
"Wonderful property with the best amenities inside the room. Full kitchen with real plates, utensils, full fridge, & cook top was not used but super handy to keep in mind for future stays. $30 to park but the lot was super safe and patrolled by security overnight. Beds were extremely comfy & the room ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown
Hotel De Anza

Hotel De Anza

4 out of 5
233 W Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA
The price is AU$210 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$210
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"Property was good. Valet staff was very helpful. Front desk team also amazing. Only issue I had was the room windows don’t open for fresh air which is a huge down side for me. They should open at least a few inches. One other thing was the pillows are super fluffy and bed was too soft. Out side of ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Hotel De Anza
The Westin San Jose

The Westin San Jose

4 out of 5
302 South Market Street, San Jose, CA
The price is AU$264 per night from 17 July to 18 July
AU$264
17 July - 18 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Good, but valet parking is too expensive"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

The Westin San Jose
Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

3 out of 5
282 Almaden Blvd, San Jose, CA
The price is AU$254 per night from 18 July to 19 July
AU$254
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,093 reviews)
"Situated in downtown and easily accessible and awesome views"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
Hilton San Jose

Hilton San Jose

4 out of 5
300 Almaden Blvd, San Jose, CA
The price is AU$285 per night from 25 July to 26 July
AU$285
25 July - 26 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Convenient"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Hilton San Jose
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown

3 out of 5
211 S First Street, San Jose, CA
The price is AU$208 per night from 18 July to 19 July
AU$208
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Front desk staff was very kind and welcoming."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Jose

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Coleman

If you're spending some time in Coleman, SAP Center at San Jose and Heritage Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Coleman
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Civic Center

Even though there aren't top sights in Civic Center, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like PayPal Park. Jump on the metro at Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

Civic Center
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Northside

When in Northside, you can plan a visit to San Jose City Hall and San Jose Flea Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Northside
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Newhall

When in Newhall, you can plan a visit to PayPal Park and Mission Santa Clara de Asis, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Newhall
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Rose Garden

Rose Garden might not have many top sights, but Santana Row Shopping Center and Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Rose Garden
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Rosemary

When in Rosemary and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Casino M8trix or PayPal Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mineta Airport Station or Gish Station.

Rosemary

Downtown San Jose Travel Guide

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