The Villages 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.
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.
Winchester Mystery House
Learn about the local history of San Jose when you spend time at Winchester Mystery House. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this family-friendly 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.
San Jose Civic Auditorium
You can enjoy a show at San Jose Civic Auditorium on your trip to 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.
Top hotels in The Villages
Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport
Excelent
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
The hotel is pet friendly. The pillows were too soft and the room next to the lobby was loud. The staff was friendly
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Sonesta San Jose - Milpitas
The staff is very helpful. The hotel is clean and close to shopping, and dining.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Maple Tree Inn
Great breakfast! Clean property. Excellent staff. A real gem of a place.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Good Nite Inn Fremont
Good night sleep
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
The Ameswell Hotel
The hotel itself is beautiful. The lobby area, restaurant and outside area was so pretty. The room was nice but body wash in the shower was completely empty, they use it for hand soap too so had to keep going in and out of the shower to use it, it feels gross though, like your scrubbing and it never ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Villages
East San Jose
While you're in East San Jose, take in top sights like Raging Waters or San Jose Flea Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Alum Rock Station or McKee Station.
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.
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.
Downtown San Jose
Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Jose. You can visit top attractions like San Pedro Square and Plaza de Cesar Chavez, and jump on the metro at Santa Clara Station or St James Station to see more of the city.
Almaden Valley
If you're spending some time in Almaden Valley, Silicon Valley and Almaden Quicksilver County Park are top sights worth seeing.
Northside
When in Northside, you can plan a visit to San Jose City Hall and San Jose Flea Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
