South 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.
Santana Row Shopping Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to Santana Row Shopping Center, a favourite shopping spot in San Jose. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly 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
San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Top hotels in South San Jose
Hayes Mansion, San Jose - Curio Collection by Hilton
"Breakfast was delicious and the pool is heated. The room was nice and modern as well. Would definitely return"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western San Jose Central City
"It's ok to stay 1 night. I liked the shower, it is good muscle massage in hot water."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Sonesta Silicon Valley
"Super clean and luxurious feeling! Highly recommended! Although my booking stated free parking and 2 free complimentary drink and didn’t receive either one. Parking is $20 per night!"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
"Gorgeous hotel: pristine, smells delicious, food was great, excellent little bar, room well stocked (inc free water and snacks and wine). Perfect location. Loved every second."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Chaminade Resort & Spa
"Great location"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Maple Tree Inn
"The hotel was nice. Staff were great. The wi-fi was off and on. Location was ok. Nice pool area and breakfast area."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Where to stay in South 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 SAP Center at San Jose and San Pedro Square, and jump on the metro at Santa Clara Station or St James Station to see more of the city.
Willow Glen
When in Willow Glen and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The Pruneyard Shopping Center or Orchid Beauty & Spa and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bascom Station or Fruitdale Station.
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.
North San Jose
While you're in North San Jose, take in top sights like Samsung Semiconductor Inc or Topgolf San Jose, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cisco Station or Baypointe 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.
