Downtown San Jose Travel Guide

San Jose

A historic building with a clock tower, adjacent to a modern high-rise building.
A modern building with large windows, a yellow chandelier, and a stone facade.
A modern interior with a large red glass sculpture, a yellow glass piece, and a staircase with glass railings.
A street with shops, including a quilting and textiles store, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A large white church with domes and columns, located at the intersection of San Fernando St and Market St.

Stay near popular Downtown San Jose attractions

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San Jose McEnery Convention Center

8.4/10 (1,552 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Self Guided Walking Tour in Agnews Historic Park

Agnews Historic Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Rp89.305
per traveller
Agnews Historic Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
San Francisco Airport Same Day Luggage Services

San Francisco Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)

Rp1.873.619
per traveller
San Francisco Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)
Silicon Valley Tech Tour

Silicon Valley Tech Tour

Rp3.304.285
per adult
Silicon Valley Tech Tour
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop

Rp1.696.795
per adult
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop
Special Ops: Mysterious Market

The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair

Rp839.288
per adult
The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair
Prison Break

The Escape Game at Great Mall in Milpitas

Rp749.983
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game at Great Mall in Milpitas
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Top hotels in Downtown San Jose

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

3 out of 5
282 Almaden Blvd San Jose CA
The price is Rp2.535.984 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
Rp2.535.984
Rp2.948.800 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,582 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and in a great location if you want to explore the city. They included a lovely spread for breakfast."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

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 Rp2.492.837 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
Rp2.492.837
Rp2.956.306 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
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 Rp3.610.255 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
Rp3.610.255
Rp4.175.563 total
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Signia by Hilton San Jose
Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

3 out of 5
495 West San Carlos Street San Jose CA
The price is Rp2.676.872 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp2.676.872
Rp3.109.688 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Popular attractions SAP Center at San Jose and PayPal ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (515 reviews)
"It was really nice and clean"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown
Hilton San Jose

Hilton San Jose

4 out of 5
300 Almaden Blvd San Jose CA
The price is Rp3.224.222 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
Rp3.224.222
Rp3.741.633 total
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
Hilton 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 Rp2.158.228 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp2.158.228
Rp2.532.585 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,019 reviews)
"Staff was attentive and very helpful. The room was clean and air conditioned."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown
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Where to stay in Downtown San Jose

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South San Jose

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.

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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.

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Photo by Jay Morales
Open Photo by Jay Morales

West San Jose

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

A highway sign for Exit 2B to San Jose on I-101 South, 1 mile ahead.

North San Jose

While you're in North San Jose, take in top sights like Topgolf San Jose or Silicon Valley, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cisco Station or Baypointe Station.

A building with domed roofs and arches, labeled "Sikh Gurudwara - San Jose".
Photo by Jay Morales
Open Photo by Jay Morales

East San Jose

While you're in East San Jose, take in top sights like Raging Waters or Silicon Valley, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Alum Rock Station or McKee Station.

Downtown San Jose Travel Guide