Townsend Travel Guide
San Jose
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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
Enjoy some time outdoors at one of San Jose’s oldest and prettiest public parks. Just a short drive from downtown, its caves, creeks and wildlife make it feel like a far-off wilderness.
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.
Things to do
All Day Unlimited Games in Silicon Valley
Missing Gem Quest Experience in Morgan Hill
Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area
The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair
Top hotels in Townsend
The Domain Hotel
Good 👍
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Sonesta Silicon Valley
Clean and updated. We enjoyed how friendly the staff was. Pool area is awesome. Breakfast buffett was good but a bit more limited than expected for a 4-star hotel. There was no change of menus from day to day.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Maple Tree Inn
The room is spotless, very clean!! Great stay so far.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Yep
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
The Westin San Jose
The front desk personnel was fabulous and so very helpful!
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Townsend
Berryessa
If you're spending time in Berryessa, check out sights like Alum Rock Park or Silicon Valley and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hostetter Station or Beryessa Station.
Trimble Business Area
When in Trimble Business Area and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Casino M8trix or Rivermark Village and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Component Station or Bonaventura Station.
Rosemary
When in Rosemary and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Casino M8trix or PayPal Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mineta Airport Station or Gish Station.
Civic Center
Even though there aren't top sights in Civic Center, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like SAP Center at San Jose. Jump on the metro at Civic Center Station to see more of the city.
Coleman
If you're spending some time in Coleman, SAP Center at San Jose and Heritage Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown San Jose
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.
