South San Jose Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South San Jose
Popular places to visit
Santana Row Shopping Center
During your trip to San Jose, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Santana Row Shopping Center. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Winchester Mystery House
Wonder about the alleged hauntings and other mysteries as you chart the life of a gun magnate’s widow in this unfinished manor.
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.
CSU San Jose State University
Enjoy the student vibe at CSU San Jose State University during your stay in San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Raging Waters
Bring your family to Raging Waters and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in San Jose. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Alum Rock Park
Escape from the bustle of central San Jose in the caves and creeks of this beautiful public park.
Activities
The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair
San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette
San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
San Francisco to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour
Private 2-hour San Jose State University Tour: Secret Stories
Our pick of the best South San Jose Hotel Deals
La Hacienda San Jose Silicon Valley
It was a huge building right off the freeway. It was secluded with nothing around but offices that were closed. But down the street about 5 minutes you could find fast food and stores. The building was very old. The lobby was nicely decorated and cozy, and the guy who checked us in was very nice ...
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hayes Mansion, San Jose - Curio Collection by Hilton
Good
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hyatt Centric Santa Clara Silicon Valley
Room was a pleasure to stay in.. also the staff fr the front desk, servers in restaurant, all the hardworking housekeeping staff that every single worker we encountered said good morning
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley
Clean room with very nice front desk
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Sonesta Silicon Valley
Good hotel
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Maple Tree Inn
Clean room, nice ambience of the room. Nice Lobby. Good breakfast. Friendly staffs
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South San Jose
Edenvale
While you're in Edenvale, take in top sights like Silicon Valley or Santa Ynez Canyon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cottle Station or Santa Teresa Station.
Almaden Valley
If you're spending some time in Almaden Valley, Silicon Valley and Almaden Quicksilver County Park are top sights worth seeing.
Cambrian
Cambrian might not have many top sights, but Almaden Plaza and The Pruneyard Shopping Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Spartan Keyes and Wool Creek
While visiting Spartan Keyes and Wool Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Tech CU Arena and Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.
Evergreen
If you're spending some time in Evergreen, Silicon Valley and Montgomery Hill are top sights worth seeing.
Willow Glen
When in Willow Glen and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The Pruneyard Shopping Center or Orchid Beauty & Spa and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bascom Station or Fruitdale Station.
