Midtown Travel Guide
Palo Alto
Popular places to visit
Stanford University
Enjoy the student vibe around Stanford University, a top university in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Stanford University Medical Center
If Stanford University Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Palo Alto.
Stanford Shopping Center
You can enjoy retail therapy at Stanford Shopping Center during your visit to Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Baylands Nature Preserve
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Baylands Nature Preserve, a lovely green space in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Hoover Tower
Find out about the history of Palo Alto when you spend time at Hoover Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Rodin Sculpture Garden
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Rodin Sculpture Garden, a lovely green space in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Midtown
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
The hotel was very nice. A little dated, but the room was large. It did bot have a suitcase holder, so the suitcase was on the floor. Breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Breakfast was ok.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
The Dylan at SFO
Very thought out and efficient place. I would stay here again without hesitation
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
The shower was absolutely filthy. Body hair etc. I called twice to have it cleaned and eventually had to walk around the hallways looking for staff to assist. Emailed GM. Totally unacceptable cleanliness and response from staff.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Aloft San Francisco Airport
Yes
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
The property shows signs of age in many ways. There was a wedding the night we stayed and so that was fun. The pool was incredibly over-crowded and the roof was leaking. The fitness center wasn’t working because it was broke and the roof was leaking in there as well. The breakfast was okay. The bar ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Midtown
St. Claire Gardens
St. Claire Gardens might not have many top sights, but San Antonio Shopping Center and Palo Alto Art Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Old Palo Alto
When in Old Palo Alto, you can plan a visit to Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ventura
Though Ventura may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Stadium.
Duveneck - St. Francis
While visiting Duveneck - St. Francis, you might make a stop by sights like Palo Alto Art Center and Rinconada Park.
Evergreen Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Evergreen Park and surrounding area, you can visit Stanford Stadium and Stanford Maples Pavillion.
Community Center
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Community Center and surrounding area, you can visit Palo Alto Art Center and Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo.
