Top Things To Do in Palo Alto and Silicon Valley

One Amphitheatre Pkwy, Mountain View, CA 94043, United States

Shoreline Amphitheatre

When concerts come to Palo Alto, they come to the Shoreline Amphitheatre. Big names in music pack this 22,500-capacity open-air venue, and the music reverberates throughout the San Francisco Bay area. You can spring for reserved seats or grab a lawn seat and bring a picnic. It's been said the stars shine a little bit brighter when there's music in the air!

+1-650-967-4040

6.3 miles

Stanford Hiking Trail

The walking and hiking trail along the Stanford Dish is one of the most scenic spots on the University campus. Popular among students, this hiking trail offers beautiful scenery and is open to the public.

Stanford, California 94305

3.2 miles

SAP Center at San Jose

Known as "The Shark Tank", the electrifying arena in downtown San Jose is home of the the NHL hockey team, the San Jose Sharks. The indoor arena also presents big-ticket concerts.

525 W Santa Clara St, San Jose, California 95113

+1-408-287-7070

18.6 miles

Mountain Winery Saratoga

Enjoy wine tasting and concerts at this mountainside winery in Saratoga. The Mountain Winery offers an amphitheater for concerts, live performances and comedy acts with delicious food and drink.

14831 Pierce Rd, Saratoga, California 95070

+1-408-741-2822

19.8 miles

Filoli House & Garden

At the southern end of the Crystal Spring Reservoir, you will find a quaint country house with a rich history. Explore the 654-acre sprawling estate with stunning gardens with unique plants, flowers and trees.

86 Cañada Rd, Woodside, California 94062

+1-650-364-8300

12.7 miles

Lucile Packard Children's Hospital

The "habitat for healing" is at the center of Stanford University's health system and adjacent to the campus. Our hotel puts you within minutes of Northern California's leading children's hospital dedicated to pediatric care.

725 Welch Rd, Palo Alto, California 94304

+1-650-497-8000

1.0 mile

Wunderlich County Park Hiking Trail

Walk amongst giant California Redwoods in Wunderlich County Park. Explore scenic biking and hiking trails through diverse natural flora and fauna. Enjoy horseback riding from nearby stables in the open meadows.

4040 Woodside Rd, Woodside, California 94062

+1-650-851-1210

7.5 miles

Scenic Biking along Skyline Blvd.

The 54-mile trail from Santa Cruz to the Santa Clara county line is a popular destination fro biking and road cycling. The scenic route covers mountains, natural preserves, and redwood forest.

Stanford University

Stanford University has some pretty highly esteemed alumni: the founders of Google, Hewlett-Packard, Nike, Sun Microsystems and Yahoo!, to name a few, are all graduates. If you don't rank among them, you can still visit the expansive grounds (alternately designated the most beautiful college campus in the United States and in the world), cheer on the NCAA-champion basketball team or climb the Hoover Tower to enjoy a 360-degree view of the campus.

450 Jane Stanford Way, Stanford, California 94305

+1-650-723-2300

0.3 mile

4900 Marie P DeBartolo Way, Santa Clara, California 95054

Levi's Stadium

With a capacity of nearly 70,000 football fans, the noise gets pretty loud during 49ers home games. Also on the roster are NHL games, wrestling matches and college football championships, so your chances of catching a sporting event here are pretty good. The open-air stadium surrounds a natural-grass field and has one of the largest lower bowls - where the fans sit - in the NFL.

+1-415-464-9377

13.3 miles

Frost Amphitheater at Stanford University

The Frost Amphitheater at Stanford University is a historic open-air venue nestled in the heart of the campus. Built in 1937, it has played host to a wide range of cultural and academic events over the years.

351 Lasuen St, Stanford, CA 94305, United States

+1 650-724-2464

1 Miles

More Nearby Attractions

Stanford Hospital

Pushing the limits of modern medicine, the new Stanford Hospital is a powerhouse for biomedical research, benefiting the local community, the country, and the world. The new facility doubles the capacity of Stanford Medicine for faster, more efficient patient care and cure. The legacy of health and healing combines with technology to miraculously improve the patient experience.

Downtown Palo Alto

Picture a quaint downtown: it's dotted by coffee shops and charming cafes, and there's always a boutique or bookstore you'll want to visit. Then imagine this nirvana located in the middle of an urban environment, and you've got downtown Palo Alto. Don't let the surrounding big-city vibe fool you…you can certainly see a movie here or visit a chain store, but the feel is much more "mom and pop" all around.

Computer History Museum

The allure of Silicon Valley has everything to do with computers, and the Computer History Museum is dedicated to memorializing the sweeping technology that began the Information Age. Computer buffs will become nostalgic over artifacts that date back to the 1960s, and anyone who's ever seen an iAnything will enjoy seeing an "Apple 1." The museum also explores how technology has changed us and where it's going. This is certainly a Silicon Valley must-see spot.

Crystal Springs Golf Club

Overlooking the 20-mile expanse of the Crystal Springs Reservoir, this classic 6,515-yard, 18-hole, par 72 course is one of the most unique golfing experiences in the San Francisco area. Winding along the natural contours of a 32,000-acre wildlife refuge, the W. Herbert Fowler-designed layout offers a challenge to players of all skill levels along with breathtaking views accompanying every shot.

The Guild Theatre Menlo Park

The Guild Theatre in Menlo Park, California, is a historic cinema that opened in the 1920s. Renowned for its Art Deco architecture, it stands as a cultural centerpiece in the community, showcasing a diverse array of films over the decades. The Guild Theatre holds a special place in the hearts of locals, evoking nostalgia and fond memories of cinematic experiences shared within its walls.

Stanford Live at Stanford University

Stanford Live at Stanford University is a renowned performing arts organization dedicated to presenting a diverse range of world-class performances, including music, theater, dance, and spoken word. Located on the picturesque campus of Stanford University in California, it serves as a cultural hub for both the university community and the wider Bay Area. With a commitment to artistic excellence and innovation, Stanford Live offers audiences unforgettable experiences that celebrate the power of live performance.

Local Companies

Broadcom

3421 Hillview Ave, Palo Alto

Google

1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View

SAP

3410 Hillview Ave, Palo Alto

HP Inc

1501 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto

Jazz Pharmaceuticals

3170 Porter Drive, Palo Alto, CA

Palantir

100 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto