What to do In Santa Clara, CA
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Places To Go In Santa Clara
Welcome, traveler, to Santa Clara. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. Now that you’ve arrived, you can stay in the safety and comfort of your hotel and watch the world spin past…or you can embrace this new place you’ve come to. Learn its streets. Meet its people. Learn its history. Your hand is already on the doorknob, isn’t it?
Things to Do in Santa Clara
You’ll not be wanting for things to do in Santa Clara. Explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiques…or that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable five-course supper at the restaurant you’ve been hearing about? Or perhaps you’d rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along down the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past.
Why spend hours ruminating over what to do in Santa Clara? Let the possibilities wash over you as you explore this new region. Move out on foot and get to know the area on a more personal level. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery.
Is the wind whispering suggestions in your mind? Rent a car and take it out beyond city limits and into the wild blue yonder. Explore the smaller cities and towns past the border, and get to know the stories behind them. Visit a county fair and let childhood memories wash over you as cotton candy melts in your mouth. Sample hand-made jam at a stop on a forgotten highway, or let the hustle and bustle of modern life sweep you away as you lose yourself in the organized chaos of a modern metropolis. Your choices are endless—and so are the adventures to come.
When you book your journey with Travelocity, you’re never far from Santa Clara attractions. After all, the money you save when you plan a trip with us is best spent along the way. Whether it’s the roar of the city you crave, or the quiet solitude that comes with a simpler getaway, everything you need to get started is right here.
Popular places to visit
Levi's Stadium
Catch an event at Levi's Stadium during your trip to Santa Clara. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
California's Great America
Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at California's Great America during your trip to Santa Clara. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall
During your visit to Santa Clara, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall. Take in the great live music and mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center
Though Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Santa Clara while you are here.
Apple Park Visitor Center
After visiting Apple Park Visitor Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Clara. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Our Lady of Peace Church and Shrine
You can find out about the history of Santa Clara with a visit to Our Lady of Peace Church and Shrine. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.