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1. The San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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2. History Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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3. Rosicrucian Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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4. Japantown Walking Tours

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5. Alum Rock Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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6. Almaden Lake Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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7. Guadalupe River Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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8. Emma Prusch Farm Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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9. Kelley Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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10. SoFA District First Fridays

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11. San Jose's Municipal Rose Garden

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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12. Apple Park Visitor Center

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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13. Cesar Chavez Memorial Walkway

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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14. The San Jose Public Library

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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15. The Lick Observatory

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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16. CityDance San Jose

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Visitors can explore San Jose on a budget, with many area museums offering free admission year-round or on select free days. Apple technology fans can check out the Apple Park and Visitor Center, while nature lovers can choose from a variety of nearby city parks and recreation areas to explore. For lower-cost transportation, visitors can ride the city's VTA public transit system, which offers bus and light rail services throughout the city's neighborhoods.

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