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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!

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.

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.

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.

The Grand Hotel

The Grand Hotel

865 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, California, 94087

Located in Sunnyvale next to the Sunnyvale Civic Center, The Grand Hotel is within minutes of some of Silicon Valley&rs...

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; ...

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...

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!

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!

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.

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 - Zee Zee

Presented by Stanford Live - Zee Zee

22 Feb 2026 - 22 Feb 2026

Bing Concert Hall @ Stanford University

Pianist Zee Zee (Zhang Zuo) gives a recital inspired by myths, fairy tales, and Romantic literature. On the first half i...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.