Visit The Villages
Popular places to visit
Santana Row Shopping Center
During your trip to San Jose, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Santana Row Shopping Center. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
San Jose McEnery Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in San Jose McEnery Convention Center during your trip to San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Winchester Mystery House
Wonder about the alleged hauntings and other mysteries as you chart the life of a gun magnate’s widow in this unfinished manor.
Raging Waters
Bring your family to Raging Waters and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in San Jose. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Alum Rock Park
Enjoy some time outdoors at one of San Jose’s oldest and prettiest public parks. Just a short drive from downtown, its caves, creeks and wildlife make it feel like a far-off wilderness.
The Tech Interactive
Bring your kids to learn about modern advances and enjoy building your own robot and playing with the interactive displays in this museum’s themed galleries.
Things to do
San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette
San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Redwood&Crater Lake National Park&Oregon 3-Day Tour from San Francisco
6 Hours Private Bay Area College Tour in California
Big Sur Monterey California Coast from San Jose 1 - 12 people
Top hotels in The Villages
Sonesta Silicon Valley
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
La Hacienda San Jose Silicon Valley
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
Hyatt Regency Santa Clara
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
The Ameswell Hotel
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around The Villages
Evergreen
When in Evergreen, you can plan a visit to Raging Waters and Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
East San Jose
While you're in East San Jose, take in top sights like Lake Cunningham Park or Raging Waters, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Alum Rock Station or McKee Station.
Edenvale
While you're in Edenvale, take in top sights like Martial Cottle Park or Santa Ynez Canyon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cottle Station or Santa Teresa Station.
South San Jose
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in South San Jose. If sightseeing is on the list, Almaden Plaza is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Blossom Hill Station (VTA) or Snell Station to see more of the area.
Willow Glen
When in Willow Glen and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The Pruneyard Shopping Center or Orchid Beauty & Spa and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bascom Station or Fruitdale Station.
Downtown San Jose
Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Jose. You can visit top attractions like SAP Center at San Jose and San Pedro Square, and jump on the metro at Santa Clara Station or St James Station to see more of the city.
- California's Great America
- Winchester Mystery House
- CSU San Jose State University
- Santa Clara Convention Center
- Yahoo Headquarters
- Moffett Federal Airfield
- Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center
- Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall
- Raging Waters
- Cisco Systems Corporate Headquarters
- Apple Park Visitor Center
- The Pruneyard Shopping Center
- Alum Rock Park