Downtown San Jose Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic building with a clock tower, adjacent to a modern high-rise building.
A modern building with large windows, a yellow chandelier, and a stone facade.
A modern interior with a large red glass sculpture, a yellow glass piece, and a staircase with glass railings.
A street with shops, including a quilting and textiles store, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A large white church with domes and columns, located at the intersection of San Fernando St and Market St.

Stay near popular Downtown San Jose attractions

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San Jose McEnery Convention Center

8.4/10 (1,552 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.
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Activities

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Bay Area

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Bay Area

NZ$51
per adult
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Bay Area
Self Guided Walking Tour in Agnews Historic Park

Agnews Historic Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

NZ$9
per traveller
Agnews Historic Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Private 2-hour San Jose State University Tour: Secret Stories

San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

NZ$9
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Special Ops: Mysterious Market

The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair

NZ$80
per adult
The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop

NZ$162
per adult
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop
Silicon Valley Tech Tour

Silicon Valley Tech Tour

NZ$315
per adult
Silicon Valley Tech Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown San Jose Hotel Deals

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

3 out of 5
282 Almaden Blvd San Jose CA
The price is NZ$304 per night from 9 July to 10 July
NZ$304
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,443 reviews)
"Easy check in which is a plus."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

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 NZ$295 per night from 18 July to 19 July
NZ$295
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,054 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and polite. Valet parking was a breeze. The Lobby and the rest of the ground floor is beautiful. Our room was a bit frayed around the edges. Stains on upholstered furniture, carpet unraveling in spots. The bedding smelled musty and the bathroom had mold, rust on metal ..."

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

The Westin San Jose
Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

3 out of 5
495 West San Carlos Street San Jose CA
The price is NZ$260 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$260
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Popular attractions SAP Center at San Jose and Santana ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (444 reviews)
"Clean room, staff very friendly and helpful, excellent!"

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown
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 NZ$252 per night from 9 July to 10 July
NZ$252
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"It's a great hotel for any type of getaway in san jose with plenty of activities and experiences in the area I will defently be back at some point."

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown
Hilton San Jose

Hilton San Jose

4 out of 5
300 Almaden Blvd San Jose CA
The price is NZ$347 per night from 17 July to 18 July
NZ$347
17 July - 18 July
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"Kim or Tim the manger I am not sure his name exactly was so professional he did fix my reservation after I did a mistake and I had to reserve again because of the great customer service and understanding Definitely coming back"

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Hilton San Jose
Signia by Hilton San Jose

Signia by Hilton San Jose

4 out of 5
170 S Market Street San Jose CA
The price is NZ$384 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$384
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (942 reviews)
"The Room was really clean and the staff members they were super nice, and I love the bar was delicious those margaritas are super cool 😎"

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Signia by Hilton San Jose
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown San Jose

Find the best Downtown San Jose areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown San Jose
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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.

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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.

A highway sign for Exit 2B to San Jose on I-101 South, 1 mile ahead.

North San Jose

While you're in North San Jose, take in top sights like Samsung Semiconductor Inc or Topgolf San Jose, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cisco Station or Baypointe Station.

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Photo by Jay Morales
Open Photo by Jay Morales

West San Jose

If you're spending some time in West San Jose, Winchester Mystery House and Santana Row Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

A building with domed roofs and arches, labeled "Sikh Gurudwara - San Jose".
Photo by Jay Morales
Open Photo by Jay Morales

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.

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