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Visit Silicon Valley | Places To Visit In Northern California

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!

Los Altos

Los Altos, California

Los Altos is the definition of a small town in Silicon Valley, which features tree lined streets and a variety of small businesses.

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.

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.

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...

Residence Inn San Jose North - Silicon Valley / Fairfield San Jose North

Residence Inn San Jose North - Silicon Valley / Fairfield San Jose North

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...

AC Hotel Sunnyvale Moffett Park

AC Hotel Sunnyvale Moffett Park

1235 Bordeaux Dr. , Sunnyvale, CA 94089, Sunnyvale, California, 94089

Located in the Moffett Park, an upscale neighborhood in the heart of Silicon Valley, AC Hotel Sunnyvale Moffett Park is ...

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.

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Bay Area

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!

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.

Presented by Stanford Live - The Sex Lives of Puppets by Blind Summit

Presented by Stanford Live - The Sex Lives of Puppets by Blind Summit

18 Feb 2026 - 21 Feb 2026

The Studio @ Stanford Universtiy

What do puppets look like naked? What is no-strings sex? What are you doing with your hands? The Sex Lives of Puppe...

FIFA World Cup Group D - Switzerland vs. Qatar

FIFA World Cup Group D - Switzerland vs. Qatar

13 Jun 2026 - 13 Jun 2026

Levi's Stadium

FIFA World Cup Switzerland vs. Qatar at Levi's Stadium. Kickoff at 12:00 p.m. PST.

AC/DC | POWER UP TOUR

AC/DC | POWER UP TOUR

05 Aug 2026 - 05 Aug 2026

Levi's Stadium

See the legendary AC DC and The Pretty Reckless in concert at Levi's Stadium. See website for tickets and more informati...

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.

FIFA World Cup Group J - Austria vs. Jordan

FIFA World Cup Group J - Austria vs. Jordan

16 Jun 2026 - 16 Jun 2026

Levi's Stadium

Group J match between Austria and Jordan at Levi's Stadium. Kickoff at 9:00 pm PST.

Rainforest Weekends @ Roaring Camp Railroads (January - March)

Rainforest Weekends @ Roaring Camp Railroads (January - March)

03 Jan 2026 - 30 Mar 2025

Roaring Camp Railroads - 5401 Graham Hill Rd, Felton

Learn about California's own Coastal Redwood Forest, aboard a 100 year old steam train. Along the journey, hear fascinat...