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1. Apple Park Visitor Center ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Apple Park Visitor Center

2. California History Center ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
© California History Center

3. Castle Rock State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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4. Ridge Vineyards

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Ridge Vineyards

5. Cooper-Garrod Estate Vineyards

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
© Cooper-Garrod Estate Vineyards

6. Cupertino Historical Society

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
© Cupertino Historical Society

7. Euphrat Museum Of Art

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© Euphrat Museum Of Art

8. De Anza College Planetarium

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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9. La Patisserie Bakery

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
© La Patisserie Bakery

10. McClellan Ranch Preserve

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© McClellan Ranch Preserve

11. Mountain Winery

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Mountain Winery

12. Picchetti Ranch Open Space Preserve

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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13. Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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14. Zinfandel Trail

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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15. Chromatic Coffee

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
© Chromatic Coffee

Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

The city of Cupertino, named as such after Arroyo San Jose de Cupertino, was once a small village known for agricultural activities. While at first glance, it may seem like a small suburb with not much to offer besides tech companies, there is actually quite a bit to do in Cupertino and the surrounding area. Enthusiasts of the Apple brand can spend some time at the Apple Park Visitor Center. Nature lovers will find a number of expansive parks, and wine lovers can enjoy vineyards and wineries.

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