The big game is this weekend and although I’m not very into sports, I live just a few miles from Levi’s stadium in Santa Clara. Some of the events might be hosted in San Francisco, but the actual game is in the South Bay, near me! I’ve partnered with San Jose Airport to put together a little “unofficial” travel guide to the South Bay for those who might be in town for the game, or who are just visiting in general. These are some of my favorite things to eat, see, and do in the South Bay. I know that non-California locals will probably want to go places like In-N-Out, but I chose to share places unique to my area that are well known and loved.
I’ve also got a little giveaway for you, win 2 tickets to the big game! You can read all the details and enter to win at the link below:
WIN 2 TICKETS TO THE BIG GAME!
GETTING HERE
San Jose Airport
The nearest airport is SJC, a few miles from the stadium. Check out Gordon Biersch for good eats!
1701 Airport Boulevard, San Jose, California 95110
Cal Train
Runs south from San Francisco to San Jose. An easy-to-ride system.
Light Rail
They set up a special Super Bowl 50 service. This is more local to San Jose.
EAT
Falafel’s Drive In
A local institution.
2301 Stevens Creek Boulevard, San Jose, California 95128
Freshly Baked Eatery
Fresh-baked sourdough.
152 North 3rd Street, Suite 101, San Jose, California 95113
St. Johns Bar & Grill
Some of the best hamburgers, close to the stadium!
510 Lawrence Expressway, Suite 110, Sunnyvale, California 94085
Bumble
A farm-to-fork restaurant with delicious, healthy, local food and play room babysitting.
145 1st Street Los Altos, California 94022
Manresa Restaurant
Michelin-starred fine dining, you’ll need a reservation.
320 Village Way, Los Gatos, California
San Pedro Square Market
A public market with over 20 local vendors. Great food, good shopping!
87 North San Pedro Street, San Jose, California 95110
SHOP
Valley Fair Mall
Super Duper Burgers, Indoor Mall.
2855 Stevens Creek Boulevard, Santa Clara, California 95050
Santana Row
Kara’s Cupcakes, Cocola, Outdoor Mall.
356 Santana Row, San Jose, California 95128
LEARN
Computer History Museum
1401 North Shoreline Boulevard, Mountain View, California 94043
San Jose Museum of Art
110 South Market Street, San Jose, California 95113
The Tech Museum of Innovation
201 South Market Street, San Jose, California 95113
Winchester Mystery House
Take a tour of the puzzling (and sometimes creepy) estate of Sarah Winchester.
525 South Winchester Boulevard, San Jose, California 95128
Lick Observatory
A place to learn, obvserve, and take in the stunning view of the Silicon Valley.
7281 Mount Hamilton Road, Mount Hamilton, California 95140
DO
Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve
22.4 miles of hiking trails suited for people of all abilities.
22500 Cristo Rey Drive, Los Altos, California 94024
Redwood Grove Nature Preserve
Small redwood grove, wooden walkways, easy access.
482 University Ave, Los Altos, California 94023
Hidden Villa Ranch
Organic farm and wilderness to learn and explore.
26870 Moody Rd, Los Altos Hills, California 94022
DAY TRIP
If you have a day to spare…
Santa Cruz, California / Approximately 1 Hour
Beach Boardwalk, Wharf, Charming downtown, Beaches.
Monterey, California / Approximately 1.5 Hours
Cannery Row, Aquarium, Carmel, 17 Mile Drive
Sacramento, California / Approximately 3 Hours
State Capitol Building, Old Town, Sutter’s Fort
I hope this gives you a little insight into this area. If you don’t have tickets to the big game, you will want to head over to SJC The Unofficial to enter to win!
This post was in partnership with San Jose Airport. Thank you for helping to support the sponsors that make life here a little sweeter.
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