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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.
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.
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.


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.

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.
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...
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; ...

 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!
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.
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.
ComedySportz San Jose
5440-D Thornwood Dr., San Jose, California, 95123
Two teams compete in the all-improvised, audience-interactive comedy competition for everyone: ComedySportz. Silicon Valley’s longest-running show!


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.

San Jose Earthquakes World Cup 2026 Celebration of Soccer Opening Weekend
11 Jun 2026 - 14 Jun 2026
San Pedro Square Market
Key Highlights of Soccer Celebration at San Pedro Market Square in Downtown San Jose: Quakes & SJ26 Activations: Th...
Improv After Dark @ ComedySportz San Jose
28 Feb 2026 - 29 Aug 2026
Comedy Sportz San Jose @ 5440-D Thornwood Dr., San Jose
Every Saturday night at 9:00 pm, ComedySportz players ditch their uniforms to bring an unrated version of long-form impr...
Stanford Live Presents: James Bond Forever - San Francisco Symphony
23 Jul 2026 - 23 Jul 2026
Frost Amphitheater at Stanford University
Steven Reineke, conductor Lena Hall, vocalist Bond . . . James Bond . . . is at Frost Amphitheater. Celebrate more...
Beer Garden First Fridays @ Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley
03 Apr 2026 - 02 Oct 2026
This public event open to the community (family- and pet-friendly) features unlimited bites from live action stations w...
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. 
LUMBERJACK DAYS @ Roaring Camp Railroads
23 May 2026 - 24 May 2026
Roaring Camp Railroads - 5401 Graham Hill Rd, Felton
From the early days of Steel, Steam and Timber on the West Coast, loggers lived in logging camps from the snow melt in ...
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