Visit Almaden Valley
Popular places to visit
Almaden Quicksilver County Park
Explore the great outdoors at Almaden Quicksilver County Park, a lovely green space in San Jose. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.
Santana Row Shopping Center
During your trip to San Jose, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Santana Row Shopping Center. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
San Jose McEnery Convention Center
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.
Winchester Mystery House
Wonder about the alleged hauntings and other mysteries as you chart the life of a gun magnate’s widow in this unfinished manor.
Raging Waters
Bring your family to Raging Waters and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in San Jose. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Alum Rock Park
Enjoy some time outdoors at one of San Jose’s oldest and prettiest public parks. Just a short drive from downtown, its caves, creeks and wildlife make it feel like a far-off wilderness.
Things to do
San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette
San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
6 Hours Private Bay Area College Tour in California
Big Sur Monterey California Coast from San Jose 1 - 12 people
Top hotels in Almaden Valley
Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
Maple Tree Inn
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Jose Airport by IHG
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Sonesta Silicon Valley
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Other neighbourhoods around Almaden Valley
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.
Edenvale
While you're in Edenvale, take in top sights like Santa Ynez Canyon or Martial Cottle Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cottle Station or Santa Teresa Station.
Cambrian
Cambrian might not have many top sights, but Almaden Plaza and The Pruneyard Shopping Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Evergreen
When in Evergreen, you can plan a visit to Raging Waters and Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
- New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- California's Great America
- Winchester Mystery House
- CSU San Jose State University
- Santa Clara Convention Center
- Shoreline Amphitheatre
- Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
- Yahoo Headquarters
- Moffett Federal Airfield
- Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center