• Where is Mountain View located?
    • Mountain View is located in Santa Clara County.
    • It borders the San Francisco Bay in the north and Los Altos.
  • Why is Mountain View named as such?
    • The city is named for its beautiful views.
  • What can visitors do in downtown Mountain View?
    • The pedestrian-friendly downtown is packed with things to see and do.
  • What major technology companies are headquartered in Mountain View?
    • Many of the world’s largest technology companies are based in Mountain View, including:
    • Google
    • Intuit
    • Symantec
    • Mozilla Foundation

1. Hike along Stevens Creek Trail ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Hike along Stevens Creek Trail
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2. Step back in time at the Computer History Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Step back in time at the Computer History Museum
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3. Sample the flavors at the Mountain View Farmers Market

Sample the flavors at the Mountain View Farmers Market
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4. Go biking at Shoreline Lake Boathouse

Go biking at Shoreline Lake Boathouse
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5. Get festival tickets at Shoreline Amphitheatre

Get festival tickets at Shoreline Amphitheatre
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6. Learn about histiry at the Moffett Field Historical Society Museum

Learn about histiry at the Moffett Field Historical Society Museum
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7. View fascinating exhibits at the NASA Ames Visitor Center

View fascinating exhibits at the NASA Ames Visitor Center
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8. Watch a musical at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley

Watch a musical at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
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9. Take a tour of The Rengstorff House

Take a tour of The Rengstorff House
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10. See a performance at the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts

See a performance at the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts
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11. Have dinner at Cascal

Have dinner at Cascal
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12. Have lunch at Oren's Hummus

Have lunch at Oren's Hummus
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13. Dine on authentic Southern Italian cuisine at Doppio Zero

Dine on authentic Southern Italian cuisine at Doppio Zero
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Best Time to Visit Places to Stay Tips for Visiting
Spring (March-May) – Pleasant weather, ideal for outdoor exploration. Hotel Strata – A boutique hotel with modern amenities. Visit Shoreline Park – Perfect for biking, kayaking, and picnicking.
Summer (June-August) – Warm and sunny, great for festivals and tech tours. Aloft Mountain View – A stylish and comfortable stay near major attractions. Explore the Computer History Museum – A must-see for tech enthusiasts.
Fall (September-November) – Mild temperatures and fewer crowds. Hyatt Centric Mountain View – A convenient and upscale option. Attend a concert at Shoreline Amphitheatre – A top outdoor music venue.

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