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Visiting Palo Alto

Travelers to Palo Alto give high marks for the college vibe, fun sporting events, and top-notch restaurants. This city also attracts tourists with its shopping, cafés, and art. Top sights in the city include Stanford Shopping Center and Shoreline Park.

• There are 54 hotels and other accommodations in Palo Alto
• The closest major airport is in Palo Alto, CA (PAO-Santa Clara County), 3 mi (4.8 km) from the city center
• The next closest is in San Carlos, CA (SQL), 8.6 mi (13.8 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in Palo Alto

The city's natural setting is picturesque, including the gardens and these places to visit: Shoreline Park, Rodin Sculpture Garden, and Stanford University Arboretum. The city is well liked for its places to shop, and Stanford Shopping Center is a favorite for retail therapy. Football fans will find lots to cheer about, while everyone can enjoy an event or game at Stanford Maples Pavillion or Stanford Stadium.

In Palo Alto, there are 54 hotels and other lodging accommodations so you'll have a variety of choices for a perfect vacation. Below are highly ranked ones based on our user reviews:

• The Clement Hotel - All Inclusive - This 5-star hotel features free breakfast, a restaurant, and an outdoor pool. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its pool and helpful staff.
• Nobu Hotel Epiphany Palo Alto - Our customers like the helpful staff and proximity to shopping at this hotel. With a stay at this 4.5-star hotel, guests can enjoy access to a restaurant and a bar, along with free WiFi.
• Garden Court Hotel - This 4-star hotel features a restaurant, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Expedia customers like its central location and comfortable beds.

Outside the city, top places to visit include Computer History Museum, located 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from the heart of the city, and California's Great America, which is 9.8 mi/15.7 km away.

Getting Around Palo Alto

With so many transportation options, exploring all of Palo Alto is a breeze. Head to Palo Alto California Ave Station for metro transit. To see more of the larger area, hop aboard a train at Palo Alto Station.

Dressing for Palo Alto

• Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 68°F and the nighttime average to be 38°F
• From April to June, temperatures average about 80°F during the day and 44°F at night
• July through September averages 80°F during the day and 51°F at night
• In October-December, the average temperature is 78°F during the day and 38°F at night
• Palo Alto gets about 15.71 inches of rain per year
• Hottest months are usually August and September with an average temperature of 80°F, while the coldest months are December and January with an average of 39°F