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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!

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 Northern California’s largest theme park, California's Great America, along with family favorites like Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park and the exciting 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!
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.
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.
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.


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.

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
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
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, including the Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park, LEGOLAND Discovery Center Bay AreaP & V Winery, and Stanford Live. 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, Palo Alto, California, 94305
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
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.
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.


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.

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. 
ComedySportz Saturday
28 Feb 2026 - 30 May 2026
Comedy Sportz San Jose @ 5440-D Thornwood Dr., San Jose
Our flagship show on Friday and Saturday Nights, features two teams going head to head for laughs and points. This is a ...
Santana Row Farmers Market
14 May 2025 - 24 Sep 2025
Santana Row
Join us at the Santana Row Farmers’ Market, an outdoor market every Wednesday beginning May 7th from 4:00pm-8:00pm...
Stanford Live and Goldenvoice Present: Taking Back Sunday with Thrice & Saves The Day
10 Oct 2026 - 10 Oct 2026
Taking Back Sunday, who released their eighth studio album 152 in late 2023, often refer to themselves as the "luckiest ...
Presented by Stanford Live - Renée Elise Goldsberry
20 May 2026 - 20 May 2026
Bing Concert Hall @ Stanford University
Tony and Grammy Award–winner Renée Elise Goldsberry gained stardom as part of the original Broadway cast of...
Stanford Live and Goldenvoice Present: Brandi Carlile "The Human Tour"
19 Sep 2026 - 19 Sep 2026
Frost Amphitheater at Stanford University
Brandi Carlile is an Oscar-nominated and 11x GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter, performer and producer, 2x EMMY Aw...
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