• January 16, 2025 - Updated with new information since originally published.
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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Municipal Rose Garden

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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2. San Jose Museum of Art

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© San Jose Museum of Art

3. San Pedro Square Market

Category: Shopping & Stuff
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4. Willow Glen

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5. Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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6. Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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7. Happy Hollow Park & Zoo

Category: Kids & Family Fun
© Happy Hollow Park & Zoo

8. Winchester Mystery House

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9. San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles

10. SP2

11. The San Jose Flea Market

Category: Shopping & Stuff
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12. Heritage Rose Garden

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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13. History San Jose

14. The Farmers Union

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors

15. San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art

16. Chromatic Coffee Co.

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
© Chromatic Coffee Co.

17. Mizu Sushi Bar and Grill

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
© Mizu Sushi Bar and Grill

18. Makers Market

Category: Shopping & Stuff

19. The Chinese American Historical Museum

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
© The Chinese American Historical Museum

20. The Tech Interactive

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© The Tech Interactive

21. Alum Rock Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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22. Omescape San Jose

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23. Original Joe’s San Jose

© Original Joe’s San Jose

24. The Table

Category: Nearby Food & Drink

Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Q: What is San Jose known for?
  • A: San Jose is a vibrant city in Silicon Valley, known for its unique museums, free attractions, lively neighborhoods, beautiful parks, and great restaurants.
  • Q: What are some attractions to visit in San Jose?
  • A: You can take a walk through the romantic Municipal Rose Garden, explore the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, and stroll through San Pedro Square Market.

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