Oakwood in San Jose

Known for being walkable and family-friendly, the San Jose neighbourhood offers many convenient options for restaurants and cafés. In addition to its friendly people, the neighbourhood has many charming qualities. You can satisfy your cultural palate with theatre and live music. San Jose has hotels to suit everyone's tastes, and makes a great home base for exploring the sights in and around San Jose.

Sightseeing around San Jose

The local museums and theatres add a sense of refinement. San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art, San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles, and D.P. Fong Gallery feature captivating exhibits. You can check out the local talent at San Jose Civic Auditorium, American Musical Theater, and San Jose Repertory Theater. Some landmarks that can't be missed include Electric Light Tower, California Theater, and Plaza de Cesar Chavez. Happy Hollow Park and Zoo, Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, and Raging Waters are family favourites.

Popular activities in the area include shopping, biking, and dancing. Logitech Ice Rink, Spartan Stadium, and SAP Center at San Jose are great places to catch a game or event. Local parks like History Park, Kelley Park, and Overfelt Gardens are peaceful spots. Explore nature at Garin Regional Park and Berry Creek Falls. Plan to do some shopping while in town? Consider The Pruneyard Shopping Center, Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall, and Santana Row. If you have some more time, pay a visit to J. Lohr Winery, Avaya Stadium, or San Jose Municipal Golf.

A few of the most popular sights in the area include Santa Clara University, Winchester Mystery House, and Great Mall of the Bay Area. You can also stop by San Jose State University, Montgomery Theater, and Children's Discovery Museum.

Getting around San Jose

If you want to get around the city, San Jose Tamien Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Tamien Station and Curtner Station. If you want to venture out of town, San Jose Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at San Jose College Park Station.

The San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) airport is 8.8 km (5.5 miles) from San Jose. You can also fly in and out of Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.), which is located 54.2 km (33.7 miles) away.