Almaden Valley Travel Guide

San Jose

Photo by Chris Neacsu
Photo by Chris Neacsu

Popular places to visit

Almaden Quicksilver County Park

Almaden Quicksilver County Park

Explore the great outdoors at Almaden Quicksilver County Park, a lovely green space in San Jose. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.

Almaden Quicksilver County Park
Santana Row Shopping Center

Santana Row Shopping Center

4/5(1 review)

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.

Santana Row Shopping Center
San Jose McEnery Convention Center

San Jose McEnery Convention Center

5/5(2 reviews)

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.

San Jose McEnery Convention Center
Winchester Mystery House

Winchester Mystery House

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Learn about the local history of San Jose when you spend time at Winchester Mystery House. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this family-friendly area.

Winchester Mystery House
Raging Waters

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.

Raging Waters
Alum Rock Park showing mountains and landscape views

Alum Rock Park

Explore the great outdoors at Alum Rock Park, a lovely green space in San Jose. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

Alum Rock Park

Top hotels in Almaden Valley

Sonesta Silicon Valley

Sonesta Silicon Valley

4 out of 5
1820 Barber Ln, Milpitas, CA
The price is 2.623.574 ₫ per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
2.623.574 ₫
2.995.991 ₫ total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Milpitas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,572 reviews)
"We enjoyed the buffet breakfast"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Sonesta Silicon Valley
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
7500 Old Dominion Court, Aptos, CA
The price is 3.655.670 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
3.655.670 ₫
4.210.465 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Aptos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,028 reviews)
"The location was great staff was amazing and I really enjoyed the restaurant on site."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2 out of 5
301 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is 2.339.944 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
2.339.944 ₫
3.028.933 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,111 reviews)
"Room was clean. We got a room with a jetted tube but didn’t use it. It looked old and we weren’t supposed to use it past 10 pm. Pool/hot tub was nice. Hotel was close to boardwalk"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is 3.650.418 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
3.650.418 ₫
4.204.574 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,019 reviews)
"We loved our stay - the hotel pool and hot tubs were our favorite. The weekend pool party with a DJ was a fun scene. The lobby decor and games had a unique vibe. The restaurant food was good and we enjoyed eating at the pool. Our room was cute and clean, but a little tight for a family of four. Overall ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

5 out of 5
1625 N Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View, CA
The price is 3.498.098 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
3.498.098 ₫
3.854.729 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Mountain View. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Clean property, friendly staff, not much to do in the area."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is 7.852.338 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
7.852.338 ₫
8.918.838 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"If you get there at check in time , it's very hard to park with valet there's limited space...so keep that in mind. It's a big place in a great location overlooking the water, you can hear the waves crashing, that was wonderful, but you also hear everybody else. It's very loud and family friendly. ..."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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Other neighbourhoods around Almaden Valley

Kelley Park which includes a park

South San Jose

4/5(8 area reviews)

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.

South San Jose
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Edenvale

While you're in Edenvale, take in top sights like Santa Ynez Canyon or Martial Cottle Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cottle Station or Santa Teresa Station.

Edenvale
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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.

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Willow Glen

When in Willow Glen and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The Pruneyard Shopping Center or Orchid Beauty & Spa and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bascom Station or Fruitdale Station.

Willow Glen
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Evergreen

When in Evergreen, you can plan a visit to Raging Waters and Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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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.

East San Jose

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