San Jose Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

San Jose
St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica
San Jose Museum of Art which includes interior views
San Jose
San Jose featuring modern architecture

Do you know the way to San Jose? This northern California city is so much more than just a catchy song title. 

San Jose has a perfect combination of big city (California’s third largest), diverse neighbourhoods and beautiful countryside. It’s the heart of Silicon Valley. Visit several museums to learn about the tech industry’s vast and influential history, which has only been 60ish years in the making. Mingle with dotcom leaders at restaurants and bars. Or, appreciate the city’s grand cathedral and older Spanish architecture, smell the roses at the community’s garden and hike the Los Gatos Creek Trail. Next time you hear the song, say YES, I do!

Where to stay in San Jose

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Downtown San Jose

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Jose. You can visit top attractions like SAP Center at San Jose and San Pedro Square, and jump on the metro at Santa Clara Station or St James Station to see more of the city.

Downtown San Jose
Kelley Park showing a garden

South San Jose

4/5(4 area reviews)

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.

South San Jose
Winchester Mystery House

West San Jose

If you're spending some time in West San Jose, Santana Row Shopping Center and Winchester Mystery House are top sights worth seeing.

West San Jose
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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.

Willow Glen
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North San Jose

While you're in North San Jose, take in top sights like Alum Rock Park or Samsung Semiconductor Inc, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cisco Station or Baypointe Station.

North San Jose
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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.

Northside
Hyatt Place San Jose Airport

Hyatt Place San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
82 Karina Court, Airport, San Jose, CA
The price is AU$205 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$205
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,414 reviews)
"Love everything about this place. I stay here frequently for work."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
1727 Technology Dr, San Jose, CA
The price is AU$226 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$226
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,480 reviews)
"My family and I stayed here and thought it was wonderful. We got to spend plenty of time at the pool, it was clean, the room was great, we truly loved everything about it. The only thing we wished we had was a continental breakfast as opposed to having to pay for breakfast every day."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
The Westin San Jose

The Westin San Jose

4 out of 5
302 South Market Street, San Jose, CA
The price is AU$263 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$263
31 July - 1 Aug
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

The Westin San Jose
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown

Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown

4 out of 5
77 N Almaden Ave, San Jose, CA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Santana Row ...
6.8/10 (21 reviews)
Great location and apartment
"Great location and great apartment. Good value for what you get. Kitchen could be better appointed. Pickup process was pretty bad. Concierge with keys was nowhere to be found."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown
LOVELY HOUSE IN SAN JOSE

LOVELY HOUSE IN SAN JOSE

San Jose
Stay at this vacation home in San Jose. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Raging Waters and SAP Center at San Jose are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (29 reviews)
Clean, well stocked, easy freeway access, BUT....
"The bed in the master bedroom was terrible. My parents slept in that bed and they said it was super uncomfortable. The neighborhood was quiet, but seemed a little shady. We are not familiar with the neighborhood, but based on the houses, it seemed like it could be a little less than ideal of a neighborhood. ..."

Reviewed on 18 Feb. 2025

LOVELY HOUSE IN SAN JOSE
Spacious 4-bedroom house in enchanting San Jose with AC, WiFi, washer and dryers

Spacious 4-bedroom house in enchanting San Jose with AC, WiFi, washer and dryers

San Jose
Stay at this vacation home in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Raging Waters and SAP Center at San Jose are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Review
"Love the place and my friends liked it as well"

Reviewed on 23 May 2025

Spacious 4-bedroom house in enchanting San Jose with AC, WiFi, washer and dryers
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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