Venues in San Jose, California
As the largest city in northern California, San Jose is bursting with fun things to do and see! One of the most curious things to see in San Jose is the Winchester Mystery House, one of the most haunted houses in America! Go inside if you dare and wander around its 160 rooms, endless staircases and learn about its spooky history!
For a culture hit, why not visit the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and get lost among its impressive collection of Egyptian artifacts. Families will also love the Children’s Discovery Museum. If you’re in need of some retail therapy, San Jose’s Santana Row is home to high-end shops and boutiques, as well as yummy eateries to stop for a break. See if you can find something special to take home from San Jose’s Flea Market, the largest in California. Don’t miss out on San Jose’s Downtown in the heart of the city. Here, you can find the Tech Museum of Innovation – after all, you’re in the tech hub of the world, Silicon Valley! Another place of interest for the tech-savvy is the Intel Museum. If gadgets aren’t your thing, make sure to visit the San Jose Museum of Art or come back in the evening to enjoy its buzzing nightlife. Connect with nature at the Municipal Rose Garden (crowned America’s Best Rose Garden!), walk among the beautiful blooms and breathe in the sweet scent of over 2,700 different varieties! For more outdoor adventures, you can try Kelley Park or the Alum Rock Park which offers 13 miles of biking and walking trails that boast scenic views of Silicon Valley. A variety of neighbourhoods and cultures are waiting to be discovered in San Jose such as Little Italy, Mayfair, Little Portugal and more. You can even travel to Asia and visit Japantown! With cultural events, shopping, historic sites, parks, museums and more, this is a city that the whole family will enjoy!