Downtown San Jose Travel Guide

San Jose

A large white church with domes and columns, located at the intersection of San Fernando St and Market St.
A building with a large sculpture in front, a banner, and steps leading to the entrance.
A modern building with a large dome and a glass facade.
A historic church with domes and a bell tower, located at a street intersection with traffic lights and palm trees.
A modern building with a dome and a curved light installation in front.

Stay near popular Downtown San Jose attractions

A train station with three trains on the tracks and a blue train in the background.

SAP Center at San Jose

8.6/10 (2,075 reviews)
Catch an event at SAP Center at San Jose during your trip to 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

฿1,417
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

฿169
per traveller
Agnews Historic Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Special Ops: Mysterious Market

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

฿1,585
per adult
The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair
San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

฿169
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Lower Antelope Canyon 1

San Francisco to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour

฿32,998
per adult
San Francisco to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour
Sequoia National Park & Crystal Cave Day Tour from San Jose

Sequoia National Park Tour from San Jose

฿27,667
per adult
Sequoia National Park Tour from San Jose
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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 ฿4,501 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
฿4,501
฿5,331 total
13 Nov - 14 Nov
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! (1,654 reviews)
"I really loved staying there the room was nice and staff was very friendly!"

Reviewed on 10 Nov 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 ฿4,242 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿4,242
฿5,029 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
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 Winchester ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (566 reviews)
"Very clean, spacious room and proximity to the SAP Center."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown
Signia by Hilton San Jose

Signia by Hilton San Jose

4 out of 5
170 S Market Street San Jose CA
The price is ฿6,330 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
฿6,330
฿7,456 total
11 Dec - 12 Dec
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Strange noises coming from walls throughout the night; constant mechanical noise entire stay. Hard to find the main entrance -="

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Signia by Hilton San Jose
The Westin San Jose

The Westin San Jose

4 out of 5
302 South Market Street San Jose CA
The price is ฿4,976 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
฿4,976
฿5,990 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,121 reviews)
"Was horrible and had to valet"

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

The Westin San Jose
Hilton San Jose

Hilton San Jose

4 out of 5
300 Almaden Blvd San Jose CA
The price is ฿5,724 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
฿5,724
฿6,765 total
4 Dec - 5 Dec
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 ...
Hilton San Jose
Hotel De Anza by IHG

Hotel De Anza by IHG

4 out of 5
233 W Santa Clara St San Jose CA
The price is ฿4,375 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
฿4,375
฿5,176 total
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Hotel De Anza by IHG
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Where to stay in Downtown San Jose

Find the best Downtown San Jose areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

A historic building with a tower, surrounded by palm trees and cypress trees.

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 historic house with a stone entrance, a flag, and a welcome sign.

West San Jose

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

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 Samsung Semiconductor Inc or Topgolf San Jose, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cisco Station or Baypointe Station.

A coastal landscape with a wooden structure, a bridge, and a river.
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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