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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. 

Snap a photo in front of an Android icon at Google or explore innovation up close at the Intel Museum. The region is also home to other Northern California popular attractions, including Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose  and LEGOLAND Discovery Center Bay Area. For dining, shopping, and entertainment all in one vibrant setting, spend time at Santana Row. There’s so much to explore—start your adventure now. It’s all right here at Visit Silicon Valley!
San Jose
San Jose, California
A large, diverse city boasting the ingenuity of Silicon Valley, San Jose attracts residents and visitors through an array of attractions, events and more.
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.
Milpitas
Milpitas, California
The combination of business and recreational activities of Milpitas offers the perfect Silicon Valley destination for both residents and visitors.


STAY

When staying in Silicon Valley, visitors will find a wide range of accommodations, from first-class luxury hotels to charming boutique properties. Many offer award-winning restaurants, picturesque views, and upscale amenities. Near Downtown San Jose and Mineta San Jose International Airport, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Jose Airport - Downtown provides convenient comfort. For a blend of boutique style and refined luxury, consider The Grand Hotel in Sunnyvale or The Cupertino Hotel.

Also in Sunnyvale and in close proximity to Levi's Stadium is the new resort-like Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley. The Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley is another hotel within close proximity to the stadium. 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.

AC Hotel Palo Alto
744 San Antonio Rd., Palo Alto, California, 94303
The AC Hotel Palo Alto welcomes you with modern design and intuitive service. We're pleased to join the AC Hotel brand; ...
Residence Inn San Jose North - Silicon Valley
656 America Center Court, San Jose, California, 95002
Located less than a mile from the Santa Clara Convention Center, Residence Inn San Jose North - Silicon Valley / Fairfi...
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...

 SEE & DO

Each Silicon Valley city features exciting attractions and amazing things to see and do! Discover family friendly visitor attractions to explore within Silicon Valley, including the Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose and LEGOLAND Discovery Center Bay Area. Enjoy world-class shopping, dining, and entertainment at Santana Row, one of Silicon Valley’s premier lifestyle destinations.
Then unwind with a relaxing wine tasting experience at P and V Winery, where guests can savor local wines in a welcoming boutique setting. Moreover, nearby is the majestic Roaring Camp Railroads where you can experience California’s giant redwoods up close. It’s all right here at Visit Silicon Valley!
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.
Stanford Live
365 Lasuen Street, Palo Alto, California, 94305
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.
Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose
180 Woz Way, San Jose, California, 95110
The Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose is a beloved hands-on destination in the heart of Silicon Valley, where children and families are invited to explore, create, and discover through play.


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.

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Bay Area @ Great Mall
01 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Bay Area
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Bay Area at Great Mall is the ultimate LEGO® playground with two rides, ten LEGO play zone...
October at Rosy's
01 Oct 2026 - 31 Oct 2026
17320 Monterey Road, Downtown Morgan Hill
Don't miss this specials at the award-winning Rosy's at the Beach in downtown Morgan Hill. Restaurant hours: Daily from ...
Farmer Mike Pumpkin Carving @ Santana Row
24 Oct 2026 - 25 Oct 2026
Santana Row
Wearing signature orange overalls and a straw hat, “Farmer Mike” will be visiting Park Valencia at Santana ...
Sequoias At Night @ Roaring Camp Railroads
10 Jul 2026 - 31 Oct 2026
5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton
Fridays & Saturdays, 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm through October Adults  |  $26.50 Kids 2-12   |  ...
Stanford Live and Goldenvoice Present: MUNA Gets So Hot Tour with hemlocke springs
18 Oct 2026 - 18 Oct 2026
Frost Amphitheater at Stanford University
MUNA is a Los Angeles-based indie pop trio who met at USC's Thornton School of Music in 2013 and have since grown into o...
Into the Deep: Exploring Our Undiscovered Ocean @ Monterey Bay Aquarium
13 Jan 2026 - 13 Jan 2027
From football-sized giant isopods to transparent jellies that glow, the deep sea is brimming with life. View these myste...
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