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What to do in Palo Alto
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Stanford University
Enjoy the student vibe around Stanford University, a top university in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Stanford Shopping Center
You can enjoy retail therapy at Stanford Shopping Center during your visit to Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Stanford Memorial Church
You can find out about the history of Palo Alto with a trip to Stanford Memorial Church. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Hoover Tower
Find out about the history of Palo Alto when you spend time at Hoover Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Stanford University Medical Center
If Stanford University Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Palo Alto.
Stanford Stadium
Catch an event at Stanford Stadium during your trip to Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Palo Alto VA Hospital
If Palo Alto VA Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Palo Alto.
Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford
If Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Palo Alto.
Stanford University Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Palo Alto at Stanford University Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Areas of Palo Alto
Stanford
You'll enjoy the churches and monuments in Stanford. You might want to make time for a stop at Stanford Stadium or Stanford Shopping Center.
East Palo Alto
Mountain views and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about East Palo Alto. A stop by San Francisco Bay is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
University South
While visiting University South, you might make a stop by sights like Museum of American Heritage and Hewlett Packard House and Garage.
Barron Park
While Barron Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Antonio Shopping Center and Stanford Maples Pavillion.
Old Palo Alto
When in Old Palo Alto, you can plan a visit to Stanford Stadium and Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown North
While Downtown North may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Stanford Shopping Center and Stanford University Arboretum.
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