Almaden Quicksilver County Park
Famous for: Hiking Trails, Wildflower Meadows, Mining History
A historic park offering hiking, biking, and equestrian trails through wildflower meadows.
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Top Attractions in San Jose
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18 Listed places
4.5
average across 18 rated listings
Alum Rock Park
Famous for: Mineral Springs, Hiking Trails, Picnic Areas
A spacious park featuring hiking & biking trails, mineral springs & several picnic areas.
Discovery Meadow
Famous for: Interactive exhibits, Summer festivals, Child-friendly learning
A children's museum offering interactive exhibits and hosting summer festivals on a sprawling green lawn.
Gonzales-Peralta Adobe & Fallon House Historic Site
Famous for: 18th century Apache Indian house, Victorian mayor's mansion, Glimpse into San Jose's past
A historic district showcasing an 18th-century Apache Indian house and a Victorian mayor's mansion.
Guadalupe River Park
Famous for: Guadalupe River Trails, Community Garden, Playground
A charming park offering a visitor's center, playground, community garden, and 2.6 miles of trails along a river.
Happy Hollow Park & Zoo
Famous for: Animal Encounters, Amusement Rides, Puppet Theater Performances
A charming park featuring diverse animals, exciting rides, an educational center, and interactive experiences for children.
Japanese American Museum of San Jose
Famous for: Japanese art, Bay Area history, Japanese American heritage
A museum highlighting Japanese art, history & culture with an emphasis on the Bay Area.
Kelley Park
Famous for: Zoo, Living history museum, Lawn bowling
A beloved destination offering a zoo, living history museum, picnic spots, and lawn bowling greens.
Monopoly in the Park
Famous for: Life-sized Monopoly board, Animal statues, Instagrammable moments
A charming miniature park featuring a colossal Monopoly board, life-sized animal statues, and benches for relaxation.
Municipal Rose Garden
Famous for: Rose varieties, Fountain, Tranquil ambiance
A colorful 5.5-acre garden featuring over 180 rose varieties blooming from April to November, complete with a charming fountain.
New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum
Famous for: Quicksilver mining history, California's silver boom, Engaging exhibits and artifacts
A museum that transports visitors back in time to California's silver boom era through engaging exhibits and artifacts.
Plaza de Cesar Chavez
Famous for: Concerts, Water Jets, Contemporary Statue
A bustling open space that hosts concerts and events featuring a contemporary statue and water jets.
Portuguese Historical Museum
Famous for: Replica 1915 chapel, Reconstructed altar, Glimpse into San Jose's past
A history museum housed in a replica chapel with a reconstructed altar depicting life a century ago.
Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum
Famous for: Egyptian Burial Practices, Ornate Jewelry, Bronze Tools
A museum showcasing artifacts from ancient Egypt, including jewelry and bronze tools, offering insights into burial practices and daily life.
San Jose Museum of Art
Famous for: Rotating exhibitions, Contemporary art, Educational programs
Showcases revolving exhibitions of post-1980 and older 20th-century works, featuring a cafe and education center.
San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles
Famous for: Quilt Collection, Textile Art, Historical Garments
Showcases an extensive collection spanning historical garments to contemporary textile art.
Viet Museum
Famous for: Vietnamese Artifacts, Traditional Objects, Cultural Understanding
A captivating journey into Vietnamese culture and history through artifacts, art, and traditional objects.
Winchester Mystery House
Famous for: Ghostly Lore, Bizarre Architectural Features, Staircases Leading Nowhere
A sprawling landmark known for its peculiar architectural quirks and design choices, often attributed to the belief that they were meant to…
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