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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!

Milpitas

Milpitas, California

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

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.

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.

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 Valencia Santana Row

Hotel Valencia Santana Row

355 Santana Row, San Jose, California, 95128

A luxurious San Jose hotel, Hotel Valencia Santana Row offers guests the ultimate experience in the heart of the popular Santana Row.

AC Hotel Palo Alto

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; ...

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...

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.

Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park

Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park

3050 Hecker Pass Highway, Gilroy, California, 95020

Gilroy Gardens is a theme park in Silicon Valley perfect for the whole family with 22 rides and other attractions featuring a garden theme.

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.

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...

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...

Presented by Stanford Live - Sasha Berliner

Presented by Stanford Live - Sasha Berliner

17 Jan 2026 - 17 Jan 2026

The Studio at Stanford University - 327 Lasuen Street

Performance starts at 7:00 pm. San Francisco native Sasha Berliner is a musician, composer, producer, and band leader. A...

Winemaker Dinner @ Rosy's at the Beach / Silverado Vineyards

Winemaker Dinner @ Rosy's at the Beach / Silverado Vineyards

11 Mar 2026 - 11 Mar 2026

Rosy's at the Beach, 17320 Monterey Rd., Morgan Hill

This winemaker dinner features an exquisite selection of wines from Silverado Vineyards perfectly paired with our delici...

FIFA World Cup Group D - Paraguay vs. Australia

FIFA World Cup Group D - Paraguay vs. Australia

25 Jun 2026 - 25 Jun 2026

Levi's Stadium

Group D match Paraguay vs. Australia at Levi's Stadium. Kickoff at 7:00 pm PST.

Super Row Weekend & Big Game Tailgate Viewing Party @ Santana Row

Super Row Weekend & Big Game Tailgate Viewing Party @ Santana Row

05 Feb 2026 - 08 Feb 2026

Santana Row

Santana Row is gearing up for Super Row Weekend + Big Game Tailgate, a four-day celebration of food, fun, and fan energ...