Alum Rock Travel Guide
San Jose
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette
The Escape Game at Great Mall in Milpitas
The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair
Top hotels in Alum Rock
Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
"Town closed early, the Inn closed to malls"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Maple Tree Inn
"Room is clean, place is quiet, staff are helpful, good breakfast."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Dinah's Garden Hotel
"This place is such a hidden gem. Right off a main drag and yet a world away from Silicon Valley. We loved all the plants, the restaurant, and the pool. The room was spacious enough with everything we needed. Would stay again!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Sonesta Silicon Valley
"Great hotel all around!!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel
"‘"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
"The room was clean and the morning staff was attentive."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alum Rock
Berryessa
If you're spending time in Berryessa, check out sights like Alum Rock Park or Silicon Valley and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hostetter Station or Beryessa Station.
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.
Northside
When in Northside, you can plan a visit to San Jose City Hall and San Pedro Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Spartan Keyes and Wool Creek
While visiting Spartan Keyes and Wool Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Clara County Fairgrounds and Tech CU Arena.
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.
Civic Center
Even though there aren't top sights in Civic Center, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like PayPal Park. Jump on the metro at Civic Center Station to see more of the city.
