Old Palo Alto Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Stanford University

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe around Stanford University, a top university in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Stanford University
Stanford University Medical Center

Stanford University Medical Center

If Stanford University Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Palo Alto.

Stanford University Medical Center
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Stanford Shopping Center

4.5/5(10 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Stanford Shopping Center during your visit to Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Stanford Shopping Center
A flock of Willet birds

Baylands Nature Preserve

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Baylands Nature Preserve, a lovely green space in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Baylands Nature Preserve
Hoover Tower overlooking a Stanford University courtyard with its sandstone archways and Spanish style architecture

Hoover Tower

Find out about the history of Palo Alto when you spend time at Hoover Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Hoover Tower
Le Penseur dans le jardin du Musée Rodin, Paris.

Rodin Sculpture Garden

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Rodin Sculpture Garden, a lovely green space in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Rodin Sculpture Garden

Activities

Private Walking Tour in Stanford University

Stanford University Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

NZ$8
per traveller
Stanford University Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Self Guided Walking Tour in Agnews Historic Park

Agnews Historic Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

NZ$8
per traveller
Agnews Historic Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

NZ$208
per traveller
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Silicon Valley Tech Tour

Silicon Valley Tech Tour

NZ$308
per adult
Silicon Valley Tech Tour
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Silicon Valley

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Silicon Valley

NZ$298
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Silicon Valley
Rock Climbing 2 - Beyond the Basics

Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2

NZ$200
per adult
Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2
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Our pick of the best Old Palo Alto Hotel Deals

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

2.5 out of 5
485 Veterans Blvd Redwood City CA
The price is NZ$159 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
NZ$159
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Redwood City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,622 reviews)
Check in was easy and accommodating of our specific needs. The room was big and very comfortable. This definitely exceeded my expectations for the price.

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
1550 Bayshore Hwy Burlingame CA
The price is NZ$265 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
NZ$265
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,821 reviews)
Location

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
The Westin San Francisco Airport

The Westin San Francisco Airport

4 out of 5
1 Old Bayshore Hwy Millbrae CA
The price is NZ$260 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$260
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,987 reviews)
Fast, friendly, clean.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

The Westin San Francisco Airport
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

4 out of 5
600 Airport Boulevard Burlingame CA
The price is NZ$215 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$215
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,974 reviews)
Clean and comfortable. Convenient to the airport.

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

4 out of 5
835 Airport Blvd Burlingame CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$216 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$216
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,461 reviews)
Bar was nice as well as the room.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

3 out of 5
1100 El Camino Real Millbrae CA
The price is NZ$182 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
NZ$182
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,057 reviews)
Staff very friendly and helpful, very close to airport

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Palo Alto

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Southgate

While there might not be top attractions in Southgate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stanford Stadium and Stanford Maples Pavillion.

Southgate
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Evergreen Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Evergreen Park and surrounding area, you can visit Stanford Stadium and Stanford Maples Pavillion.

Evergreen Park
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Leland Manor

When in Leland Manor, you can plan a visit to Palo Alto Art Center and Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Leland Manor
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Professorville

When in Professorville, you can plan a visit to Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Professorville
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Community Center

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Community Center and surrounding area, you can visit Palo Alto Art Center and Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo.

Community Center
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University South

While visiting University South, you might make a stop by sights like Stanford Theatre and Museum of American Heritage.

University South

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