10 TOP Things to Do in Silicon Valley (2025 Activity Guide)

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Stanford University

4.5/5(34 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe around Stanford University, a top university in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Santana Row Shopping Center

4/5(1 review)

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.

Googleplex

5/5(3 reviews)

After visiting Googleplex, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mountain View. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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.

Winchester Mystery House

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Wonder about the alleged hauntings and other mysteries as you chart the life of a gun magnate’s widow in this unfinished manor.

Shoreline Amphitheatre

You can make plans for a show at Shoreline Amphitheatre during your trip to Mountain View. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Levi's Stadium

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Catch an event at Levi's Stadium during your trip to Santa Clara. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

SAP Center at San Jose

5/5(4 reviews)

Catch an event at SAP Center at San Jose during your trip to San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

California's Great America

4/5(10 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day with the family at California's Great America during your visit to Santa Clara. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Areas of Silicon Valley

Downtown San Jose

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

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 St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica, and jump on the metro at Santa Clara Station or St James Station to see more of the city.

Stanford

You'll enjoy the churches and monuments in Stanford. You might want to make time for a stop at Stanford Stadium or Stanford Shopping Center.

Willow Glen

When in Willow Glen and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The Pruneyard Shopping Center or Orchid Beauty & Spa and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bascom Station or Fruitdale Station.

Northside

When in Northside, you can plan a visit to San Jose Flea Market and Silicon Valley U.S. Patent & Trademark Office, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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.

Snail

While Snail isn't home to many top sights, Historic Murphy Avenue and Yahoo Headquarters are some notable places to visit nearby.

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