LOCAL GUIDEBOOK - SAN JOSE

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LOCAL GUIDEBOOK - SAN JOSE

Sightseeing

In 1881, William Wirt Winchester, whose family made the Winchester rifle, died. He left behind a grieving widow who was beside herself. Not only did Sarah Winchester mourn the loss of her husband, but she also began to believe that the spirits of people who had been killed by Winchester rifles were haunting her. As a result, she attempted to appease the ghosts by continuously building out her home. The Winchester Mystery House™ still stands in San Jose today and is full of stairways that lead nowhere, mysterious passageways, and peculiar rooms.
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Дом-музей Винчестер
525 S Winchester Blvd
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In 1881, William Wirt Winchester, whose family made the Winchester rifle, died. He left behind a grieving widow who was beside herself. Not only did Sarah Winchester mourn the loss of her husband, but she also began to believe that the spirits of people who had been killed by Winchester rifles were haunting her. As a result, she attempted to appease the ghosts by continuously building out her home. The Winchester Mystery House™ still stands in San Jose today and is full of stairways that lead nowhere, mysterious passageways, and peculiar rooms.
Santana Row is more than just an outdoor mall—it’s a lifestyle. The luxury shopping outlet is home to posh brands and beloved local companies as well. You could spend hours strolling through the shopping district with an iced coffee in hand or stop at one of the many comfortable outdoor seating options and spend the day people-watching.
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Santana Row
Santana Row
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Santana Row is more than just an outdoor mall—it’s a lifestyle. The luxury shopping outlet is home to posh brands and beloved local companies as well. You could spend hours strolling through the shopping district with an iced coffee in hand or stop at one of the many comfortable outdoor seating options and spend the day people-watching.
Covering nearly six acres of San Jose, the Municipal Rose Garden is one of the city’s best-kept secrets. Stroll through bright blooms and soak in the sunshine while admiring over 4,000 rose shrubs.
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Municipal Rose Garden
1649 Naglee Ave
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Covering nearly six acres of San Jose, the Municipal Rose Garden is one of the city’s best-kept secrets. Stroll through bright blooms and soak in the sunshine while admiring over 4,000 rose shrubs.
Located in downtown San Jose, the Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph is a stunning structure that’s a registered California Historical Landmark. Originally built in 1803, the Roman Catholic house of worship that stands today has undergone major renovations and rebuilding. Regardless of your spirituality, there’s something calming and inspiring in the church’s intricate architecture.
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Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph
80 S Market St
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Located in downtown San Jose, the Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph is a stunning structure that’s a registered California Historical Landmark. Originally built in 1803, the Roman Catholic house of worship that stands today has undergone major renovations and rebuilding. Regardless of your spirituality, there’s something calming and inspiring in the church’s intricate architecture.
Charge your smartphone and prepare to snap pictures galore at Castle Rock State Park. Home to 34 miles (55 kilometers) of hiking trails, towering sandstone structures, and enough greenery to last a lifetime, the state park is truly breathtaking.
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Государственный парк Касл-Рок
15451 CA-35
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Charge your smartphone and prepare to snap pictures galore at Castle Rock State Park. Home to 34 miles (55 kilometers) of hiking trails, towering sandstone structures, and enough greenery to last a lifetime, the state park is truly breathtaking.

Neighborhoods

While you’re technically in Santa Clara, Los Gatos provides a woodsy small-town feel to your getaway. With brick-lined buildings, cozy coffee shops, and unique boutiques, you can spend the day tasting your way through town and window shopping like a local.
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Los Gatos
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While you’re technically in Santa Clara, Los Gatos provides a woodsy small-town feel to your getaway. With brick-lined buildings, cozy coffee shops, and unique boutiques, you can spend the day tasting your way through town and window shopping like a local.
Known for being one of the last three authentic Japantowns in the country, this cultural mecca in San Jose draws in tons of visitors. Offering delicious Japanese restaurants, specialty shops, and a myriad of art galleries and theaters, spending a day in Japantown means having tons of fun. Located just a few blocks north of San Jose's City Hall.
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Japantown
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Known for being one of the last three authentic Japantowns in the country, this cultural mecca in San Jose draws in tons of visitors. Offering delicious Japanese restaurants, specialty shops, and a myriad of art galleries and theaters, spending a day in Japantown means having tons of fun. Located just a few blocks north of San Jose's City Hall.
Santana Row is more than just an outdoor mall—it’s a lifestyle. The luxury shopping outlet is home to posh brands and beloved local companies as well. You could spend hours strolling through the shopping district with an iced coffee in hand or stop at one of the many comfortable outdoor seating options and spend the day people-watching.
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Santana Row
Santana Row
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Santana Row is more than just an outdoor mall—it’s a lifestyle. The luxury shopping outlet is home to posh brands and beloved local companies as well. You could spend hours strolling through the shopping district with an iced coffee in hand or stop at one of the many comfortable outdoor seating options and spend the day people-watching.

See & Do

Vietnam Town is a casual shopping, dining and entertainment commercial plaza in San Jose, California. Enjoy a variety of Asian cuisines, desserts and sweets, spa and beauty, and other services conveniently located minutes outside of Downtown San Jose.
San José Vietnam Town
909-999 Story Rd
Vietnam Town is a casual shopping, dining and entertainment commercial plaza in San Jose, California. Enjoy a variety of Asian cuisines, desserts and sweets, spa and beauty, and other services conveniently located minutes outside of Downtown San Jose.
No trip to San Jose is complete without stopping by the SAP Center. Lovingly referred to as the “Shark Tank” by locals, this arena is where the San Jose Sharks practice and host home games. The team has been around since 1991 and has never won a Stanley Cup, but Bay Area residents are diehard fans nonetheless.
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SAP Центр
525 W Santa Clara St
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No trip to San Jose is complete without stopping by the SAP Center. Lovingly referred to as the “Shark Tank” by locals, this arena is where the San Jose Sharks practice and host home games. The team has been around since 1991 and has never won a Stanley Cup, but Bay Area residents are diehard fans nonetheless.
Looking for a way to keep the entire family entertained? San Jose’s Great America is an excellent mix of attractions for people of all ages. Hop on death-defying coasters or meet Snoopy in the furry flesh. However you choose to spend the day at Great America, bring a camera to capture the memories.
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Великая Америка Калифорнии
4701 Great America Pkwy
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Looking for a way to keep the entire family entertained? San Jose’s Great America is an excellent mix of attractions for people of all ages. Hop on death-defying coasters or meet Snoopy in the furry flesh. However you choose to spend the day at Great America, bring a camera to capture the memories.
Located in Saratoga, the Mountain Winery has been around since 1905. Not only does the venue offer some quality wines for a day of leisurely sipping, but it also hosts some of the biggest musicians around in its outdoor venue.
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Горный винодельня
14831 Pierce Rd
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Located in Saratoga, the Mountain Winery has been around since 1905. Not only does the venue offer some quality wines for a day of leisurely sipping, but it also hosts some of the biggest musicians around in its outdoor venue.
Looking for a peek inside modern and contemporary art in the Bay Area? The San Jose Museum of Art showcases a variety of exhibits that are intriguing to people from all walks of life. From painting and photography to sculptures and light installations, you’ll want to carve out a few hours from your trip to take it all in.
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Музей искусств Сан-Хосе
110 S Market St
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Looking for a peek inside modern and contemporary art in the Bay Area? The San Jose Museum of Art showcases a variety of exhibits that are intriguing to people from all walks of life. From painting and photography to sculptures and light installations, you’ll want to carve out a few hours from your trip to take it all in.
Check out The Tech Museum of Innovation for a day spent exploring hands-on science and technology exhibits. Nestled in the heart of Silicon Valley, the Tech is renowned for its forward-thinking installations and commitment to knowledge.
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IMAX Dome - Музей Технологии
201 S Market St
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Check out The Tech Museum of Innovation for a day spent exploring hands-on science and technology exhibits. Nestled in the heart of Silicon Valley, the Tech is renowned for its forward-thinking installations and commitment to knowledge.
The Children’s Discovery Museum is, as you might have guessed, designed for children. The colorful and entertaining institution specializes in hands-on exhibits that get kids excited about learning. If you’re traveling with small children, don’t miss out on the many art, science, and garden installations available.
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Музей науки и техники для детей
180 Woz Way
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The Children’s Discovery Museum is, as you might have guessed, designed for children. The colorful and entertaining institution specializes in hands-on exhibits that get kids excited about learning. If you’re traveling with small children, don’t miss out on the many art, science, and garden installations available.