Almaden Valley 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
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.
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
San Jose Sharks Ice Hockey Game at SAP Center
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 Almaden Valley
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
great
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
We did not utilize the bar or spa
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
This is such a cute sprawling hotel with multiple buildings in a small complex of buildings! Surrounding the pool and courtyard. The rooms aren't very luxurious but they're comfortable for a family vacation. The front desk was a friendly well oiled machine! The restaurant is a good size to allow ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Great rooms and amenities, very comfortable beds, great bathroom, nice sized balcony, great pool, good restaurant, beautifully landscaped grounds. Only issue was AC wasn’t working properly and left a msg with the front desk for repair/maintenance. Highly recommend this Hotel property!
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Creekside Inn
We had a comfortable room with plenty of space. We especially liked the walk-in shower. There was a table with two chairs and another padded chair. There was a nice balcony overlooking the pool. Breakfast was a selection of pastries, muffins, fruit, cereals and coffee and juice. No hot meal was offered. ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Sonesta San Jose - Milpitas
The staff is very helpful. The hotel is clean and close to shopping, and dining.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Almaden Valley
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.
Edenvale
While you're in Edenvale, take in top sights like Silicon Valley or Santa Ynez Canyon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cottle Station or Santa Teresa Station.
Cambrian
Cambrian might not have many top sights, but Almaden Plaza and The Pruneyard Shopping Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Willow Glen
When in Willow Glen and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The Pruneyard Shopping Center or Ainsley House and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bascom Station or Fruitdale Station.
East San Jose
While you're in East San Jose, take in top sights like Raging Waters or San Jose Flea Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Alum Rock Station or McKee Station.
Burbank
While Burbank may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall and Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum.
