Downtown San Jose Travel Guide

San Jose

A historic building with a clock tower, adjacent to a modern high-rise building.
A modern building with large windows, a yellow chandelier, and a stone facade.
A modern interior with a large red glass sculpture, a yellow glass piece, and a staircase with glass railings.
A street with shops, including a quilting and textiles store, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A large white church with domes and columns, located at the intersection of San Fernando St and Market St.

Stay near popular Downtown San Jose attractions

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a highway.

San Jose McEnery Convention Center

8.4/10 (1,552 reviews)
During your trip, find out what's happening in San Jose McEnery Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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Things to do

Prison Break

The Escape Game at Great Mall in Milpitas

฿1,402
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game at Great Mall in Milpitas
Self Guided Walking Tour in Agnews Historic Park

Agnews Historic Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

฿167
per traveller
Agnews Historic Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Picture 2 for Activity San Jose: Valley Ghosts Haunted Walking Tour

San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette

฿1,071
per adult
San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette
Special Ops: Mysterious Market

The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair

฿1,573
per adult
The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair
Silicon Valley Tech Tour

Silicon Valley Tech Tour

฿6,192
per adult
Silicon Valley Tech Tour
Private 2-hour San Jose State University Tour: Secret Stories

San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

฿167
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown San Jose

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

3 out of 5
282 Almaden Blvd San Jose CA
The price is ฿4,860 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿4,860
฿5,652 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,492 reviews)
"Right across from the convention center...A ton of walk to places...Well above average breakfast included."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

3 out of 5
495 West San Carlos Street San Jose CA
The price is ฿4,297 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
฿4,297
฿5,008 total
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Popular attractions SAP Center at San Jose and Santana ...
Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown
The Westin San Jose

The Westin San Jose

4 out of 5
302 South Market Street San Jose CA
The price is ฿4,789 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿4,789
฿5,679 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
The Westin San Jose
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown

3 out of 5
211 S First Street San Jose CA
The price is ฿4,142 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
฿4,142
฿4,861 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown
Hilton San Jose

Hilton San Jose

4 out of 5
300 Almaden Blvd San Jose CA
The price is ฿5,549 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
฿5,549
฿6,452 total
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. However the food at the inhouse restaurant was disappointing."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Hilton San Jose
Signia by Hilton San Jose

Signia by Hilton San Jose

4 out of 5
170 S Market Street San Jose CA
The price is ฿6,236 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
฿6,236
฿7,223 total
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Signia by Hilton San Jose
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Where to stay in Downtown San Jose

Find the best Downtown San Jose areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a river, green spaces, and mountains in the background.

South San Jose

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in South San Jose. If sightseeing is on the list, Almaden Plaza is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Blossom Hill Station (VTA) or Snell Station to see more of the area.

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Willow Glen

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

A highway sign for Exit 2B to San Jose on I-101 South, 1 mile ahead.

North San Jose

While you're in North San Jose, take in top sights like Topgolf San Jose or Silicon Valley, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cisco Station or Baypointe Station.

A large, ornate building with a red roof and multiple towers, surrounded by well-manicured gardens and palm trees.
Photo by Jay Morales
Open Photo by Jay Morales

West San Jose

If you're spending some time in West San Jose, Santana Row Shopping Center and Winchester Mystery House are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal landscape with a wooden structure, a bridge, and a river.
Photo by BDM Traveling
Open Photo by BDM Traveling

Alviso

If you're spending some time in Alviso, San Francisco Bay and Topgolf San Jose are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown San Jose Travel Guide