Downtown San Jose Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown San Jose
Popular places to visit
San Jose McEnery Convention Center
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.
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.
Children's Discovery Museum
Watch your kids play with intriguing interactive displays and learn about community, connections and creativity in this acclaimed science museum.
St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica
Take a free guided tour of this majestic church to see its excellent stained-glass windows and intricate ceiling art.
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 Museum of Art
Admire the work of West Coast creatives, and discover the ways in which technology meets art.
Activities
San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette
The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair
San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown San Jose Hotel Deals
Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
Mary at check in was so friendly and helpful,it made us feel very welcomed. The bar tender in the lounge, super friendly as well. From check in to check out, it was very nice experience. We will be back.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Hotel De Anza
Parking situation is not ideal. Pretty much valet only. Staff and room are great. T at the front desk is an absolute pro.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
The Westin San Jose
Clean
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown
Absolutely wonderful stay. The room was very clean and I just love that it had a kitchenette. Although I did not use it because we only stayed for one night. I can’t say enough about this hotel. We will definitely go back.
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown
Last-minute booking in need of a mobility accessible room. Friendly and efficient staff. Only two elevators. One is tiny and the other is a bit roomier. It is an old building, so it can be forgiven. However, it was somewhat inconvenient. The room was clean and well-appointed. The bathroom was easily ...
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Hilton San Jose
Great place to stay! Just the pillows need an improvement in
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Jose
Coleman
If you're spending some time in Coleman, SAP Center at San Jose and Heritage Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Civic Center
Even though there aren't top sights in Civic Center, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like SAP Center at San Jose. Jump on the metro at Civic Center Station to see more of the city.
Northside
When in Northside, you can plan a visit to SAP Center at San Jose and San Jose City Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Newhall
When in Newhall, you can plan a visit to SAP Center at San Jose and PayPal Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Rose Garden
Rose Garden might not have many top sights, but SAP Center at San Jose and Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
