Almaden Valley Travel Guide
San Jose
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Alum Rock Park
Enjoy some time outdoors at one of San Jose’s oldest and prettiest public parks. Just a short drive from downtown, its caves, creeks and wildlife make it feel like a far-off wilderness.
Things to do
San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette
The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair
Private 2-hour San Jose State University Tour: Secret Stories
6 Hours Private Bay Area College Tour in California
San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Big Sur Monterey California Coast from San Jose 1 - 12 people
Top hotels in Almaden Valley
Hyatt Centric Santa Clara Silicon Valley
Room was a pleasure to stay in.. also the staff fr the front desk, servers in restaurant, all the hardworking housekeeping staff that every single worker we encountered said good morning
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley
Clean room with very nice front desk
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Sonesta Silicon Valley
Good hotel
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Maple Tree Inn
Clean room, nice ambience of the room. Nice Lobby. Good breakfast. Friendly staffs
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
The staff was extremely friendly and the hotel was great.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel
Yes, the breakfast was fresh and delicious.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 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 Orchid Beauty & Spa and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bascom Station or Fruitdale Station.
Spartan Keyes and Wool Creek
While visiting Spartan Keyes and Wool Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Tech CU Arena and Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.
Evergreen
If you're spending some time in Evergreen, Silicon Valley and Montgomery Hill are top sights worth seeing.
