Things to Do in Menlo Park in 2024

Menlo Park Attractions

It's not surprising that so many people head back to Menlo Park each year. This alluring city is packed with amazing things to do. Whether you're into sightseeing or having a go at more action-packed activities, you'll find it hard to be bored here.

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What to do in Menlo Park

Free Things to Do in Menlo Park

A vacation in Menlo Park doesn't have to break the bank. You can leave your wallet behind if you check out:

Menlo College - If you're intrigued by history, this is one attraction you really should visit.

United States Geological Survey - Widely known among those who live here, this site is worth exploring.

Bedwell Bayfront Park - If you love working in your garden, this attraction will captivate your green thumb.

Things to Do in Menlo Park with Kids

Menlo Park is a great destination for a family escape. Take the little ones along and have a go at these family friendly experiences together:

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Menlo Park on a sunny day?

You wouldn’t want to be napping in your hotel room when you could be outside having a ball on a San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoia Tour.

What to do in Menlo Park on a rainy day?

Make the most of a gray, rainy day by diving into some indoor activities, like a Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Silicon Valley or a San Francisco Airport Same Day Luggage Services.

Are there cheap things to do in Menlo Park?

Keep more of your hard-earned cash in your pocket with these fun and thrifty experiences:

What can you do in Menlo Park for free?

You’ll hardly have time to grab your wallet out of your pocket with so many incredible free attractions:

Facebook Campus
Menlo College
Kepler’s Books
Bedwell Bayfront Park

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Bedwell Bayfront Park

5/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Bedwell Bayfront Park, a lovely green space in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Facebook Campus

4/5(33 reviews)

After visiting Facebook Campus, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory

After visiting SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Allied Arts Guild

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Allied Arts Guild in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

United States Geological Survey

After visiting United States Geological Survey, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Kepler's Books

Enjoy an outing to Kepler's Books during your stay in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Nak's Oriental Market

Enjoy an outing to Nak's Oriental Market during your stay in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Sunset Headquarters and Gardens

After visiting Sunset Headquarters and Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Portola Art Gallery

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Portola Art Gallery in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Menlo Park

North Fair Oaks

When in North Fair Oaks, you can plan a visit to The Foundry and Fox Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Lovely French restaurant right on the main drag of Menlo Park. The food was delicious, the service was great and they have nice tables outside (some sun some shade) as well as a beautiful bar, an inside space

Downtown Menlo Park

4.5/5(28 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Menlo Park, Nak's Oriental Market and Music@Menlo are top sights worth seeing.

Far too many hours I've passed in the Dutch goose. Deviled eggs, beer, and pool.

West Menlo Park

While West Menlo Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and Stanford Shopping Center.

Allied Arts

4/5(6 area reviews)

While Allied Arts isn't home to many top sights, Stanford Shopping Center and Allied Arts Guild are some notable places to visit nearby.

Linfield Oaks

While visiting Linfield Oaks, you might make a stop by sights like United States Geological Survey and Sunset Headquarters and Gardens.

Sharon Heights

5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sharon Heights and surrounding area, you can visit SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and Horse Park at Woodside.

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