San Jose Attractions

Attractions in San Jose, California

California's Great America - Discover why California's Great America is Northern California's best choice for family fun and adventure. The Australian-themed Boomerang Bay Beach Club gives guests the "splashin' good time" that only the Gold Coast can bring! It's showtime anytime--featuring live stage productions. The whole park's a stage! Don't miss out!

Children's Discovery Museum - The striking 52,000 square foot purple building, designed by Mexico City-based architect Ricardo Legorreta, signals the purpose of Children's Discovery Museum to serve the needs of children, families and schools as a center for learning and discovery. Children can have a fun learning experience with interactive exhibits.

Emma Prusch Farm Park - This urban farm covers an impressive 47 acres. It has school tours, orchards, a barnyard, picnic areas and places to fly kites. It is a great place to bring the kids.

Garrod Farms Stables - If it is horse back riding you want to do- then come and see us. Come enjoy a guided horseback ride through Cooper-Garrod Vineyards and the Fremont-Older Mid-Peninsula Open Space Preserve on the eastern slopes of the Santa Cruz Mountains facing San Jose.

Golfland Family Fun Center - If golfing is your style, try one of our 18 hole miniature golf courses. If you are looking for water fun then slide your way down the waterslides and drop into the refreshing pool below.

Guadalupe River Park Conservancy - Guadalupe River Park is a three-mile ribbon of park land that runs along the banks of the Guadalupe River in the heart of downtown San Jose. The Heritage Rose Garden has 3,600 roses with 2,600 varieties. That's more varieties than any other rose garden in North America!

Happy Hollow Park & Zoo - San Jose's premier family destination, offers amusement rides, puppet shows, interactive play areas, educational programs, unique events, and exciting adventures the whole family will enjoy. Generations have experienced the wonder of the Zoo's diverse collection of animals, many of which are endangered in the wild.

Hiller Aviation Museum - Dedicated to the dreams of flight the museum exhibits chronicle a century of aviation history and provide a glimpse into air transportation’s future. Through unique artifact collections, exhibits and programs, the museum provides a stimulating environment with multiple ways for visitors to experience the adventure and innovation of flight.

Jungle Island - The West's premier indoor family entertainment center, with giant play structures, bumper cars, laser tag, hosted parties in private party rooms, skill games, and family dining all in a fun-filled, jungle-themed environment!

Nickel City - Nickel City is the greatest Arcade and Family Entertainment Center with the Hottest Video and Redemption games.

Outback Adventures - Outback Adventures is a comprehensive outdoor guide service, rental shop, and specialty outdoor retailer. We offer adventure trips for Kayaking, rock climbing, backpacking, and mountaineering throughout California. If it is adventure you want then come and let us help you.

Raging Waters Water Park - Northern California 's Largest Waterpark, offering 23-acres and millions of gallons of family fun and attractions. Raging Waters features thrilling high-speed slides, and family attractions like the 350,000-gallon Wave Pool and The Pirate's Cove- an interactive themed water fort.

San Jose Museum of Art - The San Jose Museum of Art is a distinguished museum of modern and contemporary art and a lively center of arts activity in Silicon Valley. The leading institution in the area dedicated to the art of our time, SJMA is committed to providing access for its extraordinarily diverse populations and to pioneering new approaches to interpretation.

Silver Creek Sportsplex - We have something for everyone, all under one roof. Our facilities are state-of-the-art and our staff is dedicated to making sure you have a great experience. You have to see it to believe it – come visit.

Sky High Sports - Whether you flip forward or flip backward, you will definitely flip out for Sky High Sports! You can free-bounce and do tricks all day, or you can join us for some of our organized activities, like our trampoline dodgeball. As long as you like to bounce, Sky High Sports is for you.

The Tech Museum - The Tech Museum is the only museum to offer visitors of all ages the unique comprehensive Silicon Valley experience with hands-on, interactive experiences in genetics, earth sciences, alternative energy, virtual design and microchips and lots more.

Winchester Mystery House - Why did Sarah Winchester build the world’s strangest home, containing 160 rooms and costing more than $5,500,000? The mystery remains unsolved to this very day. Take a tour and learn more about this enchanting home and Mrs. Sarah Winchester.