East San Jose Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
CSU San Jose State University
Enjoy the student vibe at CSU San Jose State University during your stay in San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
San Jose Civic Auditorium
You can enjoy a show at San Jose Civic Auditorium on your trip to San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair
The Escape Game at Great Mall in Milpitas
San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
San Francisco to Kings Canyon and Yosemite 2 Day Tour
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: The Heart of Silicon Valley
Missing Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game
Top hotels in East San Jose
Motel 6 – San Jose, CA - South
"Room was ok. Would i stay here again? NO"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Maple Tree Inn
"Breakfast was very nice, the room was very clean. Overall, a very pleasant experience."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
"Our front desk host, Rae, was so welcoming and very accommodating. The bed in the room was super comfortable. Great breakfast as well. Good stay for tge right price!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Dinah's Garden Hotel
"Great place"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
"Repeat the visitor this is my go to spot in the Bay area"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Sonesta Silicon Valley
"Unfortunately, our room had a drainage issue with the shower. It further had issues with AC. They came to try and fix drainage but it smelled like eggs. We then got downgraded to another room which was very dirty and not to standard."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East San Jose
Evergreen
If you're spending some time in Evergreen, Silicon Valley and Montgomery Hill are top sights worth seeing.
Northside
When in Northside, you can plan a visit to San Jose City Hall and Silicon Valley U.S. Patent & Trademark Office, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 San Pedro Square and Plaza de Cesar Chavez, and jump on the metro at Santa Clara Station or St James Station to see more of the city.
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.
Civic Center
Even though there aren't top sights in Civic Center, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like PayPal Park. Jump on the metro at Civic Center Station to see more of the city.
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.
