Downtown San Jose Travel Guide

San Jose

Downtown San Jose
San Jose Museum of Art featuring interior views
San Jose Museum of Art showing interior views and art
Downtown San Jose
St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica showing a church or cathedral

Popular places to visit

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
Tech Museum which includes interior views

The Tech Interactive

4/5(2 reviews)

Bring your kids to learn about modern advances and enjoy building your own robot and playing with the interactive displays in this museum’s themed galleries.

The Tech Interactive
Children\'s Discovery Museum showing interior views as well as children

Children's Discovery Museum

Watch your kids play with intriguing interactive displays and learn about community, connections and creativity in this acclaimed science museum.

Children's Discovery Museum
St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica showing a church or cathedral

St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica

Take a free guided tour of this majestic church to see its excellent stained-glass windows and intricate ceiling art.

St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica
San Jose City Hall

San Jose City Hall

After visiting San Jose City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

San Jose City Hall
San Jose Museum of Art featuring interior views and art

San Jose Museum of Art

San Jose’s premier art institution celebrates West Coast creativity and explores the new frontiers of technology and art.

San Jose Museum of Art

Things to do

Picture 2 for Activity San Jose: Valley Ghosts Haunted Walking Tour

San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette

£18
per adult
San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette
San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoia Tour

San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour

£214
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Monterey California Coast

Big Sur Monterey California Coast from San Jose 1 - 12 people

£738
per adult
Big Sur Monterey California Coast from San Jose 1 - 12 people
Salem Puzzling Adventure

San Jose Puzzling Adventure

£26
per traveller
San Jose Puzzling Adventure
Private Tour in Monterey and Big Sur Discovery from San Jose

Private Tour in Monterey and Big Sur Discovery from San Jose

£1,281
per adult
Private Tour in Monterey and Big Sur Discovery from San Jose
Gems of San Jose California - Walking Tour for Couples

Gems of San Jose California - Walking Tour for Couples

£640
per adult
Gems of San Jose California - Walking Tour for Couples
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Top hotels in Downtown San Jose

Hotel De Anza

Hotel De Anza

4 out of 5
233 W Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA
The price is £94 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
£94
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Clean and amenities"

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025

Hotel De Anza
Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

2 out of 5
495 West San Carlos Street, San Jose, CA
The price is £109 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
£109
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions SAP Center at San Jose and PayPal Park are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (146 reviews)
"Great place, look forward to visiting again when the development catches up"

Reviewed on 8 Sep 2025

Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown
Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

3 out of 5
282 Almaden Blvd, San Jose, CA
The price is £116 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£116
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,155 reviews)
"Bar closed early, no food in evening"

Reviewed on 6 Sep 2025

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
The Westin San Jose

The Westin San Jose

4 out of 5
302 South Market Street, San Jose, CA
The price is £128 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
£128
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Downtown stay with extra parking cost not included
"Everything was great! Parking was extra and cost us an extra $51 and across the street. Should've included the parking in the price and then we could've decided if we wanted to stay there."

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025

The Westin San Jose
Hilton San Jose

Hilton San Jose

4 out of 5
300 Almaden Blvd, San Jose, CA
The price is £138 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
£138
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The only thing I did not love about this hotel is the fact that they do not offer food/beverage service at the pool. Other than that, it’s great!"

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025

Hilton San Jose
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown

3 out of 5
211 S First Street, San Jose, CA
The price is £106 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
£106
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location if you are visiting sjsu. Rooms are modern, spacious and clean. For parking, there's a public lot next to the property which is cheaper. Staff will guide you if you ask."

Reviewed on 8 Sep 2025

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Jose

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Coleman

If you're spending some time in Coleman, SAP Center at San Jose and Heritage Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Coleman
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Civic Center

Even though there aren't top sights in Civic Center, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like SAP Center at San Jose. Jump on the metro at Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

Civic Center
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Northside

When in Northside, you can plan a visit to SAP Center at San Jose and San Jose City Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Northside
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Newhall

When in Newhall, you can plan a visit to SAP Center at San Jose and PayPal Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Newhall
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Rose Garden

Rose Garden might not have many top sights, but SAP Center at San Jose and Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Rose Garden
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Rosemary

When in Rosemary and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Casino M8trix or PayPal Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mineta Airport Station or Gish Station.

Rosemary

Downtown San Jose Travel Guide

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