Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Santa Clara September 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Santa Clara Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Clara.dx6172)[Hotels in Santa Clara](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Clara-Hotels.d6172.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Clara](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Clara.d6172.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Santa Clara Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Santa-Clara.d6172.Car-Hire-Guide)[Santa Clara Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Clara.d6172.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Santa Clara, CA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Santa Clara Types of activities Where to stay [Santa Clara travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Clara.dx6172) ![San Jose - Silicon Valley which includes interior views as well as an individual child](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/25000/25470-San-Jose.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Jose - Silicon Valley showing interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/25000/25459-San-Jose.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Jose - Silicon Valley which includes interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/25000/25468-San-Jose.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Jose - Silicon Valley showing landscape views, tranquil scenes and hiking or walking](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/25000/25457-San-Jose.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Santa Clara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/0aad25e91768364970c052b07ae780aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Santa Clara Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Santa Clara has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Santa Clara, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Santa Clara with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Santa Clara Santa Clara is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Santa Clara, and make it a breeze to explore Santa Clara and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Santa Clara to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Santa Clara, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Santa Clara. #### Santa Clara attractions Santa Clara has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Santa Clara to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Santa Clara. Looking for things to do in Santa Clara can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Santa Clara or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Santa Clara attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! * * * Explore thousands of activities with **free cancellation and no added fees**. Design your experience with airport transfers, excursions, day tours & more. Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Santa Clara ### Tours & day trips [See all 17 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Carmel &17-Mile Drive & Monterey Day Tour from San Francisco](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4964888/23710ae9-a62a-4ed1-8efe-214b53383206.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carmel &17-Mile Drive & Monterey Day Tour from San Francisco 10h 6/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £88 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/best-carmel-17-mile-drive-monterey-day-tour-from-san-francisco.a4964888.activity-details?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&swp=off) ![Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5290752/26ddaed0-df04-47f9-aa41-432a98f8814a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour 3h Free cancellation available £37 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/silicon-valley-private-2-hour-driving-tour.a5290752.activity-details?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&swp=off) ![San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48362066/f95600a9-61f5-4f2a-a4d6-b3977b51bed6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette 1h Free cancellation available £24 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-jose-valley-ghosts-haunted-walking-tour.a48362066.activity-details?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&swp=off) ![San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/485051/8ce80980-f25c-47fe-b00a-06cff18116c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour 15h 9.2/10 16 reviews Free cancellation available £215 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-jose-one-day-yosemite-and-giant-sequoias-tour.a485051.activity-details?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&swp=off) ![Las Vegas, Zion and Bryce Canyon 4 Day Tour from San Francisco](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49317158/703959b8-3977-42e0-9c90-80db0502957b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Las Vegas, Zion and Bryce Canyon 4 Day Tour from San Francisco 4d Free cancellation available £674 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/las-vegas-zion-and-bryce-canyon-4-day-tour-from-san-francisco.a49317158.activity-details?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&swp=off) ![Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50282404/7c547ab8-8217-409c-aeb6-8cf1b2689766.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop 2h 15m Free cancellation available £71 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/turkish-mosaic-lamp-making-workshop.a50282404.activity-details?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&swp=off) ![Self Guided Walking Tour in Agnews Historic Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49037658/319e2881-54a8-41fd-95c5-cacded13e40e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Self Guided Walking Tour in Agnews Historic Park 1h Free cancellation available £12 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-walking-tour-in-agnews-historic-park.a49037658.activity-details?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&swp=off) ![Silicon Valley Private Driving Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50208700/620b1f10-d31a-4383-9bab-89050027b079.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Silicon Valley Private Driving Tour 3h Free cancellation available £219 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/silicon-valley-private-driving-tour.a50208700.activity-details?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&swp=off) ![Silicon Valley Tech Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/475414/6027414a-4e5f-4c87-9d71-79d7d86452e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Silicon Valley Tech Tour 10h 5.6/10 8 reviews Free cancellation available £137 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/silicon-valley-tech-tour.a475414.activity-details?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&swp=off) ![6 Hours Private Bay Area College Tour in California](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47178727/e9952ff5-d541-438d-8189-97a62378ee86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 6 Hours Private Bay Area College Tour in California 6h Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/6-hours-private-bay-area-college-tour-in-california.a47178727.activity-details?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50282404/7c547ab8-8217-409c-aeb6-8cf1b2689766.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop 2h 15m Free cancellation available £71 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/turkish-mosaic-lamp-making-workshop.a50282404.activity-details?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&swp=off) ![Seafood Sushi-Making Class in San Jose (Includes 3-Course Meal)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50007959/0c813cf8-5a3d-4ffb-bc94-391c00f5675c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Seafood Sushi-Making Class in San Jose (Includes 3-Course Meal) 2h Free cancellation available £122 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/seafood-sushi-making-class-in-san-jose-includes-3-course-meal.a50007959.activity-details?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&swp=off) ![Pressed Flower Art](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50282409/78be08aa-ddf4-4d1a-ad73-d72c42cda171.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Pressed Flower Art 1h 40m Free cancellation available £66 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/pressed-flower-art.a50282409.activity-details?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&swp=off) ![Art Class for Mindful Self-Exploration and Reset](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47497354/c1785a30-517c-4009-8f78-572b362777a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Art Class for Mindful Self-Exploration and Reset 1h 30m Free cancellation available £48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/art-class-for-mindful-self-exploration-and-reset.a47497354.activity-details?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&swp=off) ![Tintype Portrait and Historic Photography Lesson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47505862/014d9b96-2ee2-448a-b7e3-bed7974b07f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tintype Portrait and Historic Photography Lesson 1h Free cancellation available £134 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tintype-portrait-and-historic-photography-lesson.a47505862.activity-details?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&swp=off) ### Attractions [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&filter.categories=Attractions) ![San Francisco 49ers Football Game at Levi's Stadium](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47587284/c63b5e05-5ef9-4646-9ed1-beeaf93b7b02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Francisco 49ers Football Game at Levi's Stadium 2h 30m £105 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-francisco-49ers-football-game-at-levis-stadium.a47587284.activity-details?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&swp=off) ![The Escape Game at Great Mall in Milpitas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50008186/d4391f00-c9d8-49c2-8165-404555179640.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Escape Game at Great Mall in Milpitas 1h 15m Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-escape-game-at-great-mall-in-milpitas.a50008186.activity-details?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&swp=off) ![The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46228102/09e3205f-95a4-4a65-bad8-32a9580cff52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair 1h 15m Free cancellation available £35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-escape-game-in-san-jose.a46228102.activity-details?&rid=6172&location=Santa+Clara&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Santa Clara | Number of things to do | 32 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Self Guided Walking Tour in Agnews Historic Park](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-walking-tour-in-agnews-historic-park.a49037658.activity-details): £12 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Self Guided Walking Tour in Agnews Historic Park](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-walking-tour-in-agnews-historic-park.a49037658.activity-details) - [San Francisco 49ers Football Game at Levi's Stadium](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-francisco-49ers-football-game-at-levis-stadium.a47587284.activity-details) - [The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-escape-game-in-san-jose.a46228102.activity-details) - [Carmel &17-Mile Drive & Monterey Day Tour from San Francisco](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/best-carmel-17-mile-drive-monterey-day-tour-from-san-francisco.a4964888.activity-details) - [Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/silicon-valley-private-2-hour-driving-tour.a5290752.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Self Guided Walking Tour in Agnews Historic Park](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-walking-tour-in-agnews-historic-park.a49037658.activity-details) - [San Francisco 49ers Football Game at Levi's Stadium](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-francisco-49ers-football-game-at-levis-stadium.a47587284.activity-details) - [The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-escape-game-in-san-jose.a46228102.activity-details) - [Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/silicon-valley-private-2-hour-driving-tour.a5290752.activity-details) - [San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-jose-valley-ghosts-haunted-walking-tour.a48362066.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Self Guided Walking Tour in Agnews Historic Park](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-walking-tour-in-agnews-historic-park.a49037658.activity-details) - [Mini Golf 9-Hole Course in Silicon Valley Experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mini-golf-9-hole-course-in-silicon-valley-experience.a48935908.activity-details) - [San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-jose-valley-ghosts-haunted-walking-tour.a48362066.activity-details) - [San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-jose-one-day-yosemite-and-giant-sequoias-tour.a485051.activity-details) - [All Day Unlimited Games in Silicon Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/all-day-unlimited-games-in-silicon-valley.a48926604.activity-details) | ## What to do in Santa Clara * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Mission Santa Clara de Asis](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/2f537a8ec84b209196432bee612a2f1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mission Santa Clara de Asis Learn about the local history of Santa Clara when you spend time at Mission Santa Clara de Asis. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mission-Santa-Clara-De-Asis-Santa-Clara.d6063313.Attraction) #### Levi's Stadium Catch an event at Levi's Stadium during your trip to Santa Clara. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Levis-Stadium-Santa-Clara.d6289470.Attraction) #### California's Great America Have a fun-filled day with the family at California's Great America during your visit to Santa Clara. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Californias-Great-America-Santa-Clara.d6063317.Attraction) #### Santa Clara University Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Santa Clara University during your travels in Santa Clara. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Clara-University-Santa-Clara.d6063315.Attraction) #### Santa Clara Convention Center Learn about the events happening in Santa Clara Convention Center during your trip to Santa Clara. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Clara-Convention-Center-Santa-Clara.d6262644.Attraction) #### Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center If Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Santa Clara. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kaiser-Permanente-Santa-Clara-Medical-Center-Santa-Clara.d553248621592825127.Attraction) #### Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall During your visit to Santa Clara, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall. Take in the great live music and mountain views in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Westfield-Valley-Fair-Shopping-Mall-San-Jose.d6128198.Attraction) #### Apple Park Visitor Center After visiting Apple Park Visitor Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Clara. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Apple-Park-Visitor-Center-California.d553248635931205162.Attraction) #### Intel Museum Learn how one of the world’s most successful tech companies started and see how its work has changed the way we live. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Intel-Museum-Santa-Clara.d6063319.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Santa Clara ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Santa Clara Though Downtown Santa Clara may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mission Santa Clara de Asis and Triton Museum of Art. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Clara-Downtown-Santa-Clara.dx901431461335609344) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Briarwood While Briarwood isn't home to many top sights, Golfland USA and Triton Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Clara-Briarwood.dx901426383465828352) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Santa Clara ![Photo by David Lew](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b1bc39d8fe1b0c5b59557c2c5cb656ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cupertino [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cupertino.dx6494) ![Sunnyvale](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/cca48614ce828a76b35e75c0ad4eaebd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sunnyvale [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sunnyvale.dx9806) ![San Jose](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/193000/193401-San-Jose.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San Jose [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose.dx602703) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Santa Clara worth visiting? > Whether you're planning to discover the local charm and cultural attractions or sample unique foods and go on outdoor adventures, there's no shortage of things to do in Santa Clara. ### How do I spend a day in Santa Clara? > Kick-start your day with a visit to Raging Waters and The Tech Interactive. Then, check out other areas of Santa Clara for a quick bite and some shopping. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Santa Clara? > The top tourist attraction in Santa Clara is Shoreline Amphitheatre, so don't forget to put it on your sightseeing agenda. ### Is three days enough to stay in Santa Clara? > Three days in Santa Clara is enough to visit the city's major highlights. Many guests book for three days on average. San Jose Centre for the Performing Arts, The Tech Interactive and Happy Hollow Park and Zoo are top-rated sights. Want to experience more? Stick around a bit longer to visit nearby hotspots such as San Jose. ### Is Santa Clara a walkable city? > With popular neighbourhoods and leading sights within walking distance of the city centre, Santa Clara is a good destination to explore on foot. Enjoy wandering between Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and Triton Museum of Art. Then take a stroll around Rosemary, located 5 kms (3 miles) from downtown, and Trimble Business Area, which is about 5 kms (3 miles) away. ### What are some activities to do in Santa Clara with kids? > If you are after tours and attractions for all the family, we've got some excellent ideas for what to do in Santa Clara with kids. > > > > - [Self Guided Walking Tour in Agnews Historic Park](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-walking-tour-in-agnews-historic-park.a49037658.activity-details) > - [Mini Golf 9-Hole Course in Silicon Valley Experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mini-golf-9-hole-course-in-silicon-valley-experience.a48935908.activity-details) > - [San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-jose-valley-ghosts-haunted-walking-tour.a48362066.activity-details) > - [San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-jose-one-day-yosemite-and-giant-sequoias-tour.a485051.activity-details) > - [All Day Unlimited Games in Silicon Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/all-day-unlimited-games-in-silicon-valley.a48926604.activity-details) ### What to do in Santa Clara for adults? > Mountain Winery and Pichetti Winery are just two of the things to do in Santa Clara. 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