Alum Rock Travel Guide
San Jose
Popular places to visit
Santana Row Shopping Center
During your trip to San Jose, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Santana Row Shopping Center. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
San Jose McEnery Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in 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.
CSU San Jose State University
Enjoy the student vibe at CSU San Jose State University during your stay in San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
San Jose Civic Auditorium
You can enjoy a show at San Jose Civic Auditorium on your trip to San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
Things to do
The Escape Game at Great Mall in Milpitas
Agnews Historic Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette
The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair
Top hotels in Alum Rock
Maple Tree Inn
"No power, had to move out at midnight!! One 2nd floor so stairs were hard in the dark!! Very poor emergency lighting with none in rooms"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
"Convenient"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Dinah's Garden Hotel
"Had a wonderful stay. Staff very friendly. Very big rooms. Nice to have a restaurant on property."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Sonesta Silicon Valley
"Clean room & excellent staff. Limited Local TV options & No Streaming."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hyatt Centric Santa Clara Silicon Valley
"Great amenities for adults outdoor hot tub and inside bar were great. The bar even had snacks included."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alum Rock
Berryessa
If you're spending time in Berryessa, check out sights like Alum Rock Park or Silicon Valley and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hostetter Station or Beryessa Station.
East San Jose
While you're in East San Jose, take in top sights like Lake Cunningham Park or Raging Waters, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Alum Rock Station or McKee Station.
Northside
When in Northside, you can plan a visit to San Jose City Hall and Silicon Valley U.S. Patent & Trademark Office, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 Plaza de Cesar Chavez, and jump on the metro at Santa Clara Station or St James Station to see more of the city.
Civic Center
Even though there aren't top sights in Civic Center, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like PayPal Park. Jump on the metro at Civic Center Station to see more of the city.
Rosemary
When in Rosemary and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Casino M8trix or PayPal Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mineta Airport Station or Gish Station.
