San Jose, United States - Travel Guide

Top things to do in San Jose

The must-see places in San Jose include Winchester Mystery House, Tech Interactive, Mount Hamilton Observatory - Lick Observatory, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, California's Great America and more. Here is the full list, with a short note on each:

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  Winchester Mystery House Must seeWest San Jose

  Explore a vast, mysterious Victorian mansion with staircases to nowhere and secret doors, built for decades by a wealthy heiress.

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  Tech Interactive Must seeDowntown San Jose

  An interactive science and technology museum offering engaging hands-on experiences for all ages, ideal for families.

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  Mount Hamilton Observatory - Lick Observatory Must seeMount Hamilton
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  Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum Must seeRose Garden

  An impressive collection of Egyptian antiquities, including real mummies, in a unique Egyptian-style architectural building.

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  California's Great America Must seeSanta Clara
• Coyote Park Must see
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  San Jose Flea Market Must seeNorth San Jose
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  Intel Museum Must see
• Municipal Rose Garden Must seeRose Garden

  A beautiful garden with thousands of different types of roses, an ideal place for a relaxing stroll and photography.

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  Statue of Saint Clare Must see
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  Our Lady of Peace Must see
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  SAP Center at San Jose Must see
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  Willow Glen Must seeWillow Glen
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  San Jose City Hall Rotunda Must see
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  Great Mall Must see

A sample 3-day itinerary for San Jose

Here is what 3 days in San Jose look like when the planner builds them: stops grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, one full day at a time. The same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

This is an example. The planner builds a different route for your dates, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.

Frequently asked questions

What are the must-see places in San Jose?

Winchester Mystery House, Tech Interactive, Mount Hamilton Observatory - Lick Observatory, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, California's Great America, Coyote Park

When is the best time to visit San Jose?

Any season works - MupDay plans around opening hours and the weather, and rebuilds your days as you add or remove places.

How many days do you need in San Jose?

Most travellers spend between two and five days in San Jose. MupDay builds a full itinerary for whatever length you pick - two days, three, four or a week - splitting the places across the days by proximity and opening hours, so each day stands on its own.

How do I plan an itinerary for San Jose?

Pick places in MupDay and it auto-builds a day-by-day route with no zig-zag, weather-aware.

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