People hiking through the redwoods of Castle Rock State Park

Things To Do

  • Kids and Family

    Tech Museum overlooking Cesar Chavez Park in Downtown San Jose

  • Attractions and Amusement

    A view of the Winchester Mystery House from the beautifully manicured garden.

  • Visual Arts

    Aztec dancer performs in an Aztec ceremonial dance at the Mexican Herritage Plaza

  • Sports & Recreation

    People hiking on a trail that drops down over the redwood covered valley of Castle Rock State Park

  • Museums

    Onlooker views exhibits at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View

  • Music & Performing Arts

    Grupo Folklorico Los Laureles dancing in the Municipal Rose Garden

  • Shopping

    Shopping under the sun at Santana Row, the rodeo drive of Silicon Valley

  • History

    Mission San Jose, the fourteenth Spanish mission established in California

  • Breweries & Taprooms

    Friends toasting with beer at Santana Row in San Jose

  • Nightlife

    Groups mingling and enjoying cocktails in SoFA district downtown

  • Outdoors & Nature

    Adventure seekers flock to Mt. Hermon Adventures in Felton to take on new heights on the ropes courses and zip-lining canopy tours.

  • Golf

    Golf course at Cinnabar Hills

  • San Jose Wineries

    A couple enjoying wine and cheese pairings in the private tasting room at Ridge Winery

  • Bay Area Trip Ideas

    A couple sailing on the Monterey Bay under a gorgeous sunset

  • Technology

    Onlooker views exhibits at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View

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