San Jose, the largest city in Northern California, is the economic,
political, and cultural capital of the Silicon Valley in the United States
of America. San Jose is located on the southern shore of Santa Clara Bay in
the center of the Santa Clara Valley. The city boasts everything from
entertainment and history to beautiful landscapes and varied food options.
The heart of Silicon Valley, this city was built with a great spirit and is
cradled by the stunning Santa Cruz Mountains. Travel junkies can sense the
city's well-off history by taking a walk through its charming downtown.
Things to do in San Jose
San Jose Museum of Art
San Jose Museum of Art is located on the South Market Street in downtown
San Jose. This museum is dedicated to demonstrating late 20th and 21st
century works of art created by West Coast artists. It treats tourists with
2,000 works representing various media forms including sculptures,
paintings, photographs, and drawings. San Jose Museum of Art is in a
building originally built as the post office and has also served as San
Jose's library.
San Pedro Square Market
San Pedro Square Market offers food from farm to table. Live music is
always playing and making the environment energetic here. Other than food,
this market also offers arts and crafts, coffees, and pastries, and much
more. San Pedro Square Market supports local farmers and artisans.
Children's Discovery Museum
Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose, one of the top children's museums
in the United States, is located on Woz Way in downtown San Jose. The
facility is dedicated to putting on demonstration the exhibits that inspire
and educate kids to be creative and curious. These exhibits include the
Mammoth Discovery, Art Gallery and Art Loft, Voyage to Vietnam, Kid's
Garden, and many more.
Best Time to Visit San Jose
Weather-wise, the best time to book flights from San Diego to San Jose is
from September to November. Spring is also a good time to book San Jose
flights due to lack of rain and mild temperatures here.