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Visiting Silicon Valley

Travelers to Silicon Valley give high marks for the fun sporting events, live music scene, and top-notch restaurants. This city also attracts tourists with its mountain views, shopping, and university setting. Top sights in the city include Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall, Winchester Mystery House, and Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum.

• There are 643 hotels and other accommodations in Silicon Valley
• The closest major airport is in San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.), 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from the city center
• The next closest is in San Jose, CA (RHV-Reid Hillview), 7.9 mi (12.7 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in Silicon Valley

Well-known for its live music scene, the city's cultural venues include Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, Children's Discovery Museum, and San Jose Museum of Art. Attractions like California's Great America, Happy Hollow Park and Zoo, and Santa Clara County Fairgrounds are fun for kids of all ages. The city is notable for landmarks like Winchester Mystery House, Mission Santa Clara de Asis, and San Pedro Square.

In Silicon Valley, there are 643 hotels and other lodging options so you'll have a variety of choices for a perfect holiday retreat. Here are highly ranked ones based on our user reviews:

• The Clement Hotel - All Inclusive - Guests who stay at this 5-star hotel in University South can enjoy access to free breakfast and a restaurant, along with a free stocked minibar. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its pool and helpful staff.
• Enchanté Boutique Hotel - Our customers like the breakfast and quiet location at this hotel. Guests who stay at this 4-star hotel in North Los Altos can enjoy access to free breakfast and free parking, along with an in-room fireplace.
• Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Cupertino - With a stay at this 3-star hotel, guests can enjoy access to free breakfast and free parking, along with an in-room kitchenette. Expedia customers like its family-friendly amenities and overall value.

Other favorite sights in Silicon Valley include Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall, SAP Center at San Jose, and The Tech Interactive. Outside the city, top places to visit include Lick Observatory, located 17.4 mi (28 km) from the city center, and Mystery Spot, which is 22.2 mi (35.7 km) away.

Getting Around Silicon Valley

With so many transportation options, exploring all of Silicon Valley is easy. Walk to nearby metro stations like Fruitdale Station, Bascom Station, and Race Station. If you want to journey outside of the area, hop aboard a train from Santa Clara Station, San Jose College Park Station, or Sunnyvale Lawrence Station.

Dressing for Silicon Valley

• Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 67°F and the nighttime average to be 41°F
• From April to June, temperatures average about 81°F during the day and 47°F at night
• July through September averages 82°F during the day and 55°F at night
• In October-December, the average temperature is 78°F during the day and 41°F at night
• Average annual rainfall for Silicon Valley is 15.50 inches
• Hottest months are usually August and July with an average temperature of 82°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 42°F