Downtown San Jose Travel Guide

San Jose
San Jose Museum of Art featuring interior views

Popular places to visit

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San Jose Convention Center

5/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in San Jose 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.

San Jose Convention Center
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Children's Discovery Museum

Watch your kids play with intriguing interactive displays and learn about community, connections and creativity in this acclaimed science museum.

Children's Discovery Museum
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The Tech Interactive

4/5(2 reviews)

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.

The Tech Interactive
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San Jose Museum of Art

San Jose’s premier art institution celebrates West Coast creativity and explores the new frontiers of technology and art.

San Jose Museum of Art
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St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica

Take a free guided tour of this majestic church to see its excellent stained-glass windows and intricate ceiling art.

St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica
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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 City Hall

Things to do

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San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour

Rp4.468.807
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
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San Jose Brew Bike Bar Tour

Rp850.465
Per adult
San Jose Brew Bike Bar Tour
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Big Sur Monterey California Coast McWay Falls from San Jose

Rp11.287.990
Per adult
Big Sur Monterey California Coast McWay Falls from San Jose
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Private Tour in Monterey and Big Sur Discovery from San Jose

Rp16.138.365
Per adult
Private Tour in Monterey and Big Sur Discovery from San Jose
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Family Adventures in San Jose: Private Walking Tour

Rp9.116.584
Per adult
Family Adventures in San Jose: Private Walking Tour
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San Jose Scavenger Hunt

Rp3.360.110
Per adult
San Jose Scavenger Hunt
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Top hotels in Downtown San Jose

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown
3 out of 5
211 S First Street, San Jose, CA
The price is Rp2.098.830 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
Rp2.098.830
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Good hotel for fanime"

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown
Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
3 out of 5
282 Almaden Blvd, San Jose, CA
The price is Rp2.475.480 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
Rp2.475.480
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Central location to the local theaters and restaurants. Good breakfast buffet. Staff was friendly and efficient."

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2024

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
The Westin San Jose
The Westin San Jose
4 out of 5
302 South Market Street, San Jose, CA
The price is Rp2.424.230 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
Rp2.424.230
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The guest room was luxurious in an older building with the welcoming decor. I will definitely return."

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024

The Westin San Jose
Signia by Hilton San Jose
Signia by Hilton San Jose
4 out of 5
170 S Market Street, San Jose, CA
The price is Rp3.388.228 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
Rp3.388.228
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (363 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with nice pool area and in house bar with entertainment. Walkable to restaurants and places of interest."

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024

Signia by Hilton San Jose
Hilton San Jose
Hilton San Jose
4 out of 5
300 Almaden Blvd, San Jose, CA
The price is Rp2.696.753 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
Rp2.696.753
per night
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff, including the front desk and house keeping. Very convenient from convention center. Nice gym, comfortable beds, good quality hair products in ample amounts. The pool is very small, non heated and maybe leave a net so we can use it to fish out the bugs. Parking is a bit pricey but ..."

Reviewed on 7 Jun 2024

Hilton San Jose
AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown
AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown
3.5 out of 5
350 West Santa Clara Street, San Jose, CA
The price is Rp2.196.450 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
Rp2.196.450
per night
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (984 reviews)
"Fine food choices within walking distance. The only thumbs down, 1. Pool not heated, too cold. 2. Refigerator in the room was very noisey"

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2024

AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Jose

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Coleman

If you're spending some time in Coleman, SAP Center at San Jose and Heritage Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Coleman
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Civic Center

Even though there aren't top sights in Civic Center, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Avaya Stadium. Jump on the metro at Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

Civic Center
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Northside

When in Northside, you can plan a visit to San Jose Flea Market and San Pedro Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Northside
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Newhall

When in Newhall, you can plan a visit to Avaya Stadium and Mission Santa Clara de Asis, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Newhall
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Rose Garden

Rose Garden might not have many top sights, but Santana Row Shopping Center and Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Rose Garden
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Rosemary

When in Rosemary and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Casino M8trix or Avaya Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mineta Airport Station or Gish Station.

Rosemary

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