Downtown Palo Alto
Palo Alto
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Popular places to visit
Stanford University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe around Stanford University, a top university in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Stanford University Medical Center
Though Stanford University Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Palo Alto while you are here.
Stanford Shopping Center
You can enjoy retail therapy at Stanford Shopping Center during your trip to Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Baylands Nature Preserve
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Baylands Nature Preserve, a lovely green space in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Hoover Tower
Find out about the history of Palo Alto with a stop at Hoover Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Rodin Sculpture Garden
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Rodin Sculpture Garden, a lovely green space in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
San Francisco to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour
Tintype Portrait and Historic Photography Lesson
Top hotels in Downtown Palo Alto
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
I was impressed with the drivers for the complimentary shuttles, the size and quality of the room, the helpful staff, and a view of the bay! It was all good! Would happily stay there again.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
Perfect
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
The Dylan at SFO
Nice staff
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Clean and staff
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Great location. Shuttle was prompt, even very early in the morning.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Grand Hyatt at SFO
Clean room, beautiful bathroom!
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Palo Alto
Downtown North
Though Downtown North might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stanford Shopping Center and Stanford Theatre.
University South
While visiting University South, you might make a stop by sights like Stanford Theatre and Museum of American Heritage.
Professorville
While Professorville might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Stadium.
Crescent Park
Crescent Park might not have many top sights, but Palo Alto Art Center and Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Community Center
While Community Center might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Palo Alto Art Center and Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo.
Southgate
While Southgate might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Stanford Stadium and Stanford Maples Pavillion.
