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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 FIFA 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!

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.

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, 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.

Courtyard by Marriott Palo Alto - Los Altos

Courtyard by Marriott Palo Alto - Los Altos

4320 El Camino Real, Los Altos, California, 94022

Courtyard by Marriott Palo Alto - Los Altos features beautiful outdoor space, modern accommodations and a convenient location.

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!

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!

Monterey Bay Aquarium

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.

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.

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 Round of 32 - Group D Winner vs. Group B/E/F/I/J Third Place

FIFA World Cup Round of 32 - Group D Winner vs. Group B/E/F/I/J Third Place

01 Jul 2026 - 01 Jul 2026

Levi's Stadium

Group D Winner vs. Group B/E/F/I/J Third Place. Time to be announced.

Valentine's Day at Rosy's

Valentine's Day at Rosy's

14 Feb 2026 - 14 Feb 2026

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

Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day at Rosy’s at the Beach 🌹 Join us for a romantic evening filled with ...

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.

Happy Hour @ Estrellita Mexican Bistro & Cantina

Happy Hour @ Estrellita Mexican Bistro & Cantina

01 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

971 N San Antonio Rd., Los Altos

Estrellita Mexican Bistro & Cantina in Los Altos offers happy hour from Tuesday - Sunday. $2 off on all appetizers, ...

FIFA World Cup Group J - Jordan vs. Algeria

FIFA World Cup Group J - Jordan vs. Algeria

22 Jun 2026 - 22 Jun 2026

Levi's Stadium

Group J match Jordan vs. Algeria at Levi's Stadium. Kickoff at 8:00 pm PST.