Downtown San Jose Travel Guide
San Jose
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Children's Discovery Museum
Watch your kids play with intriguing interactive displays and learn about community, connections and creativity in this acclaimed science museum.
St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica
Take a free guided tour of this majestic church to see its excellent stained-glass windows and intricate ceiling art.
San Jose City Hall
After visiting San Jose City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
San Jose Museum of Art
San Jose’s premier art institution celebrates West Coast creativity and explores the new frontiers of technology and art.
Things to do
San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette
Mini Golf 9-Hole Course in Silicon Valley Experience
The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair
Top hotels in Downtown San Jose
The Westin San Jose
Great!
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hotel De Anza
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
Yes
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown
Everything was fine
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I can’t thank Kash enough for the incredible hospitality shown to my family—especially my daughter, Alyssa. He went above and beyond to make them feel welcome, and his kindness truly made my day and their weekend! In a world where great service can be hard to find, Kash stands out as a ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hilton San Jose
Unfortunately the two rooms they put us in this time both had smells. One had a horrible smoke smell and then the second smelled musty and gross. Definitely not the same experience as the first time I stayed on my own and was on the 15th floor. We arrived so late that I didn’t want to move a third ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Jose
Coleman
If you're spending some time in Coleman, SAP Center at San Jose and Heritage Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Civic Center
Even though there aren't top sights in Civic Center, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like SAP Center at San Jose. Jump on the metro at Civic Center Station to see more of the city.
Northside
When in Northside, you can plan a visit to SAP Center at San Jose and San Jose City Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Newhall
When in Newhall, you can plan a visit to SAP Center at San Jose and PayPal Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Rose Garden
Rose Garden might not have many top sights, but SAP Center at San Jose and Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
