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EXPLORE
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!
Palo Alto
525 W. Santa Clara St., California
Enjoy the small town feel and big city businesses of Palo Alto in Silicon Valley, where nature and innovation inspire visitors and residents.
Santa Clara
Santa Clara, California
Santa Clara is at the center of Silicon Valley, where history is combined with high-tech industry, and visitors have an array of attractions to explore.
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, 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; ...
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...
Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley
1100 N. Mathilda Ave., Sunnyvale, California, 94089
A Creative Playground in Silicon Valley Located in Sunnyvale, the Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley is just a stone's thro...

 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!
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.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Bay Area
870 Great Mall Drive, Milpitas, California
Visit the ultimate Lego playground, featuring 10 build and play zones, 2 rides, a 4D theater, all indoors at Legoland Discovery Center!
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.


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.

San Jose International Short Film Festival at Ciné Arts @ Santana Row
22 Oct 2026 - 25 Oct 2026
Santana Row
The 18th Annual San Jose International Short Film Festival will again offer an incredible lineup of more than 100 imagi...
Thomas and Percy's Halloween Party @ Roaring Camp Railroads
10 Oct 2026 - 25 Oct 2026
Roaring Camp Railroads - 5401 Graham Hill Rd, Felton
Tickets on sale now!  October 10-11, 17-18, 24-25 Dress up for Halloween with favorites Thomas and Percy, for a 25 ...
Rosy’s Late Night Happy Hour
01 Apr 2026 - 01 Apr 2027
Half off Calamari, Bruschetta, Coconut Prawns, BBQ Pork Sliders, and Baja Seafood Cocktail Wine $5 Well Margaritas $5 W...
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...
Presented by Stanford Live: A Christmas Show with Camila Fernández
13 Dec 2026 - 13 Dec 2026
Bing Concert Hall @ Stanford University
Camila Fernández is a powerful new voice in mariachi and other Mexican regional traditions. The sole female heir ...
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 ...
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