Almaden Valley Travel Guide
San Jose
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Winchester Mystery House
Wonder about the alleged hauntings and other mysteries as you chart the life of a gun magnate’s widow in this unfinished manor.
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.
Things to do
San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette
The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair
San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Top hotels in Almaden Valley
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Extremely Disappointing Stay – Poor Cleanliness, Hidden Charges & Unprofessional Staff My recent stay at the Sonesta near San Jose Airport was one of the most frustrating hotel experiences I’ve had. First, the cleanliness of the room was unacceptable. There was a hair inside the refrigerator, which ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Room was very spacious and clean! Staff was nice and helpful. Would definitely visit again.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Maple Tree Inn
Great staff and breakfast . Rooms are small but comfy . Close to train station , great shopping and restaurants .
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport
The outside rooms facing the parking lot seemed a bit sketchy and unsafe especially on the first floor. We moved to a courtyard room which was much better. The hotel could use some updating but the staff were awesome. Nice restaurant and bar recently opened in the hotel which were both ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Creekside Inn
Room was clean and not noisy. Location good for Palo Alto or Menlo Park area. Staff was friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
My room wasn’t cleaned nor once out of the nights that I stayed there. I asked for towels, bath tissue, nose tissue and body wash because all of it was out and it was placed outside the rooms door at around 9pm the day before I checked out. I ended up going to purchase everything I needed at the ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Almaden Valley
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.
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.
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.
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.
Spartan Keyes and Wool Creek
While visiting Spartan Keyes and Wool Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Tech CU Arena and Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.
Evergreen
If you're spending some time in Evergreen, Silicon Valley and Montgomery Hill are top sights worth seeing.
