South San Jose Travel Guide
San Jose
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Popular places to visit
Santa Clara County Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to Santa Clara County Fairgrounds during your stay in San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Almaden Plaza
During your visit to San Jose, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Almaden Plaza. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.
History Park
You can spend time exploring the galleries in History Park during your travels in San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Santa Ynez Canyon
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Santa Ynez Canyon during your travels in San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Tech CU Arena
Catch an event at Tech CU Arena during your trip to San Jose. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Nor Cal Laser Tag
You can take time to visit Nor Cal Laser Tag during your travels to San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the 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
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western San Jose Central City
"I like the bed it was confit the shower it was good I didn’t like the A/C it was kind of noisy"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hayes Mansion, San Jose - Curio Collection by Hilton
"Our room was way too dark. Hat to put on make up in the bed area when someone else is showering."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
"Love the retro vibe at this hotel! Bed was comfortable and decorations were nice. The ac didn’t work great in our room but otherwise, we enjoyed the stay."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Maple Tree Inn
"Friendly and very helpful staff from check in to housekeeping. Felt safe. Breakfast was very good, many options for different diets. Wonderful place to stay!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
"Muy buena atención"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Dinah's Garden Hotel
"The most serene atmosphere I have ever had during a hotel stay. Such a beautiful property and the layout of the hotel felt like mini villas. Will definitely be booking again with the friendly staff."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South San Jose
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.
Almaden Valley
If you're spending some time in Almaden Valley, Silicon Valley and Almaden Quicksilver County Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Evergreen
If you're spending some time in Evergreen, Silicon Valley and Montgomery Hill are top sights worth seeing.
Willow Glen
When in Willow Glen and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The Pruneyard Shopping Center or Children's Discovery Museum 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 Lake Cunningham Park or Raging Waters, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Alum Rock Station or McKee Station.
