Naglee Park

Experience the quiet side of San Jose in historic Naglee Park and its surrounding neighborhoods: Hyde Park, Luna Park, Roosevelt Park, and William Street Park. Just a few minutes outside of downtown, you can find beautiful estate homes, old-growth trees, and a small-town, residential area.

Travel down East William and South 16th Street to see some of the most elegant estate homes overlooking William Street Park, and if you're in town during the summer months, catch the neighborhood's annual 4th of July Parade with many local residents and visitors. 

For a bit of history and architectural intrigue, drop in at the San Jose Woman's Club Landmark (SJWC). Number 32 on the Historic Register, the building is a 1929 California Mission Revival style structure with beautiful Spanish-style arches, iron work, and mosaic tile. To see inside the venue, attend one of the many events they host throughout the year such as the annual Irish Pub Party in March, or the Ice Cream Social in August. The SJWC Landmark is also home to the annual LunaFest Film Festival in February with films written by, for, and about women.

Photo credit: Bark in the Park

Other fun festivals in the neighborhood include Bark in the Park at William Street Park, or if you're more of a cat person, visit the Dancing Cat where you can make an appointment to play with, cuddle, and bring home one of the cute furr-babies up for adoption. Additionally, another local festival is the Luna Park Chalk Art Festival held in Backesto Park, with original chalk art created and displayed throughout the park.

Photo credit: Luna Park Chalk Art Festival

As their names suggest, the neighborhoods behind Downtown San Jose are brimming with parks and outdoor spaces. Hop on a bike or follow the Coyote Creek Trail on foot south from Watson Park to explore the quiet beauty of the surrounding neighborhoods.