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Visit Silicon Valley | Places To Visit In Northern California

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Explore Silicon Valley! Cities in this world-renowned valley include: Campbell, Cupertino, Gilroy, Los Altos, Los Gatos, Milpitas, Morgan Hill, Mountain View, Palo Alto, San Jose, Santa Clara, Saratoga and Sunnyvale. Home to the world's largest high-tech companies and thousands of tech start-ups, the region known as Silicon Valley is centered in the Santa Clara Valley. In 2026, the area's Levi's Stadium will host Super Bowl LX (60) and World Cup Soccer!

There is a lot to see and do here. Take a photo in front of an Android icon at Google or visit the Computer History Museum, Intel Museum, or The Tech Interactive.The region is home to Northern California's largest theme park at California's Great America, the exciting LEGOLAND Discovery Center Bay Area, and the beautiful, but bizarre Winchester Mystery House. Don't forget to hit the shops at the Great Mall, Santana Row, Stanford Shopping Center, and Westfield Valley Fair. There is much to explore, so get started now. It's all right here at Visit Silicon Valley!

Morgan Hill

Morgan Hill, California

Enjoy the hillside community of Morgan Hill located in the southernmost part of the Silicon Valley where nature and innovation collide.

Milpitas

Milpitas, California

The combination of business and recreational activities of Milpitas offers the perfect Silicon Valley destination for both residents and visitors.

Gilroy

Gilroy, California

Gilroy highlights the rural characteristics of Silicon Valley, along with suburban living which consists of shopping, dining, wineries and theme park fun.

STAY

When staying in Silicon Valley, there are an abundance of options, everything from first class luxurious accommodations to boutique hotels. Many have award-winning restaurants, picturesque views, and more. In San Jose, boutique meets luxury at the Hotel Valencia at San Jose's charming Santana Row. Also near downtown and Mineta San Jose International Airport is the La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Jose Airport-Downtown.

If attending an event at Levi’s Stadium, the Residence Inn San Jose North / Fairfield San Jose North is within walking distance. Further north near Stanford University is the luxurious Hotel Citrine and the modern stylish AC Hotel Palo Alto. Browse the Silicon Valley Stay listings to find a hotel for you.

Hotel Citrine, Palo Alto, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hotel Citrine, Palo Alto, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

750 San Antonio Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94303, Palo Alto, California, 94303

At Hotel Citrine, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, we invite you to travel lightly and live brightly. We believe in captivatin...

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Jose Airport-Downtown

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Jose Airport-Downtown

1036 N. 4th Street, San Jose, California, 95112

Settle into the capital of Silicon Valley near tech giants like eBay, PayPal, Cisco, and Adobe, at La Quinta Inn & S...

Tetra Hotel, Autograph Collection

Tetra Hotel, Autograph Collection

400 West Java Dr., Sunnyvale, California, 94089

Focused on providing a tranquil escape of modernity, style, and mindful relaxation, we aim to help guests disconnect fro...

SEE & DO

Each Silicon Valley city features exciting attractions and amazing things to see and do! Discover visitor attractions to explore within Silicon Valley for all ages, including the Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park and LEGOLAND Discovery Center Bay Area . Moreover, nearby is the majestic Roaring Camp Railroads where you can experience California’ giant redwoods up close. It’s all right here at Visit Silicon Valley!

Stanford Live

365 Lasuen Street, California

Stanford Live presents music, theater, comedy, dance, and more on the Stanford University campus. Explore the transformative power of live performances with inspired new works, legendary artists, and new discoveries. View upcoming events at live.stanford.edu.

Santana Row

Stevens Creek Blvd. at Winchester Blvd., San Jose, California, 95128

Santana Row is an outdoor shopping mall in San Jose featuring an array of shops, restaurants, spas and more.

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Monterey Bay Aquarium

886 Cannery Row, Monterey, California, 93940

From sea otters to seaweeds, our unique oceanfront location and timeless galleries bring the wonders of the ocean to life for our visitors. But beyond our exhibits, we are transforming what it means to be an aquarium.

EVENTS

Silicon Valley is packed year-round with exciting events! Find an event going on while you are visiting Silicon Valley to complete your trip and have some fun. Whether it’s the San Jose Jazz Festival, a concert or sporting event at Levi’s Stadium, or performing arts at Stanford Live, stay up to date with our Silicon Valley Events Calendar.

The Big Game Opening Night Drone Show

The Big Game Opening Night Drone Show

02 Feb 2026 - 02 Feb 2026

Discovery Meadow 180 Woz Way, San Jose

Delight in evening visual entertainment as drones light up the sky in Downtown San Jose. Event hours: 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm...

Model Trains @ Roaring Camp Railroads

Model Trains @ Roaring Camp Railroads

11 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 2026

Roaring Camp Railroads - 5401 Graham Hill Rd, Felton

Adults and kids alike will enjoy viewing California Central Coast On30’s large scale model railroad display. Watch...

The Big Game Block Party with Kehlani

The Big Game Block Party with Kehlani

06 Feb 2026 - 06 Feb 2026

San Jose City Hall

***SOLD OUT***Celebrate The Big Game weekend in San José with a can’t-miss block party in the heart of Down...

UEFA Playoff Winner C vs. Paraguay

UEFA Playoff Winner C vs. Paraguay

19 Jun 2026 - 19 Jun 2026

Levi's Stadium

Paraguay is slated to play against the European Playoff-Winner C, which could be Slovakia, Kosovo, Romania or Turkey. Ki...

Happy Hour @ Los Gatos Parkside

Happy Hour @ Los Gatos Parkside

01 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

145 W. Main St., Los Gatos, 95030

Happy Hour seven days a week! Happy Hours are 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. daily.

Official Super Bowl Viewing Party

Official Super Bowl Viewing Party

08 Feb 2026 - 08 Feb 2026

Sushi Confidential

South Bay, this is YOUR Super Bowl Sunday!Get ready for the Official Super Bowl Viewing Party — the ultimate way ...