10 TOP Things to Do in San Jose (2025 Activity Guide)

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Las Vegas, Zion and Bryce Canyon 4 Day Tour from San Francisco

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Napa Valley & Sausalito Day Tour from San Francisco

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What to do in San Jose

Popular places to visit

Santana Row Shopping Center

You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Santana Row Shopping Center, a favorite shopping spot in San Jose. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

San Jose McEnery Convention Center

Learn about the events happening at San Jose McEnery Convention Center during your trip to San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Winchester Mystery House

Wonder about the alleged hauntings and other mysteries as you chart the life of a gun magnate’s widow in this unfinished manor.

Raging Waters

Bring your family to Raging Waters and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in San Jose. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

Alum Rock Park

Escape from the bustle of central San Jose in the caves and creeks of this beautiful public park.

Happy Hollow Park and Zoo

This superb fusion of zoo and entertainment park ensures that kids and adults alike learn a lot and have fun along the way.

Children's Discovery Museum

Watch your kids play with intriguing interactive displays and learn about community, connections and creativity in this acclaimed science museum.

The Tech Interactive

Bring your kids to learn about modern advances and enjoy building your own robot and playing with the interactive displays in this museum’s themed galleries.

SAP Center at San Jose

Catch an event at SAP Center at San Jose during your trip to San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Areas of San Jose

Downtown San Jose

Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Jose. You can visit top attractions like San Pedro Square and St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica, and jump on the metro at Santa Clara Station or St James Station to see more of the city.

South San Jose

5/5(1 area review)

Travelers choose South San Jose for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Blossom Hill Station (VTA) or Snell Station and check out top sights like Almaden Plaza.

Willow Glen

When in Willow Glen and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The Pruneyard Shopping Center or Santana Row Shopping Center and hop on the metro to see more the city at Bascom Station or Fruitdale Station.

Northside

While there might not be top attractions in Northside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like San Jose City Hall and San Jose Flea Market.

West San Jose

While visiting West San Jose, you might make a stop by sights like Santana Row Shopping Center and Winchester Mystery House.

Nice little marsh on the edge of San Jose, CA.

North San Jose

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending time in North San Jose, check out sights like Samsung Semiconductor Inc or Alum Rock Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at Cisco Station or Baypointe Station.