Midtown Travel Guide
Palo Alto
Visit Midtown
Popular places to visit
Stanford University
Enjoy the student vibe around Stanford University, a top university in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Stanford Shopping Center
You can enjoy retail therapy at Stanford Shopping Center during your visit to Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Baylands Nature Preserve
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Baylands Nature Preserve, a lovely green space in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Hoover Tower
Find out about the history of Palo Alto when you spend time at Hoover Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Rodin Sculpture Garden
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Rodin Sculpture Garden, a lovely green space in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
The Labyrinth At Grace
Enjoy an outing to The Labyrinth At Grace during your stay in Palo Alto.
Things to do
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Filoli Historic House and Garden Entry Ticket
Stanford University Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area
Top hotels in Midtown
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
"Hable con la recepcionista que por error agarre una noche mas y les pedi el reenvolso de una noche ya que mi check out fue el martes 26 de mayo no hasta el 27 de mayo y todaavia no me han hecho el reenvolso, ademas el estacionamiento es demasiado alto por el servicio"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
"The hotel had an antique look about it overlooking the bay. My daughter and I loved it. Unfortunately we didn’t get the opportunity to take advantage because it was a quick turnaround trip. We slept amazing on the one night we stayed, which never happens on the first night away from home. The breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
"Best hotel. Dinner drinks Ocean views outstanding..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
"Staff was AMAZING! Jennifer in particular was really helpful and polite. Shuttle service was much appreciated. Bicycles were a great idea!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Sonesta Silicon Valley
"Super clean and luxurious feeling! Highly recommended! Although my booking stated free parking and 2 free complimentary drink and didn’t receive either one. Parking is $20 per night!"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
"This is a lovely property with a bright atrium. The restaurant service and food was exemplary. I would order the Papardelle again. It seems to be a favorite among airline crews which is supports my great impression of this property. Also the mattress was the best of our two week trip."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Midtown
Stanford
You'll enjoy the churches and monuments in Stanford. You might want to make time for a stop at Stanford Maples Pavillion or Stanford Stadium.
East Palo Alto
You'll enjoy the mountain views and restaurants in East Palo Alto. You might want to make time for a stop at San Francisco Bay or Silicon Valley.
Barron Park
While Barron Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Antonio Shopping Center and Stanford Maples Pavillion.
Old Palo Alto
When in Old Palo Alto, you can plan a visit to Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ventura
Though Ventura may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stanford Maples Pavillion and Palo Alto Art Center.
