Things to do in Menlo Park

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Aerial view of commercial and residential areas of Menlo Park, California toward Palo Alto along El Camino Real Road near Middle Avenue. Backdrop distant San Francisco Bay and mountains

Beautiful color and scenery at this park. Great for some cardio activity, too!

Lovely French restaurant right on the main drag of Menlo Park. The food was delicious, the service was great and they have nice tables outside (some sun some shade) as well as a beautiful bar, an inside space (in addition to what's shown here) and a private room upstairs.

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What to do in Menlo Park

Popular places to visit

Bedwell Bayfront Park

Bedwell Bayfront Park is just one of the places to see in Menlo Park, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Facebook Campus

After visiting Facebook Campus, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory

After visiting SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Allied Arts Guild

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Allied Arts Guild in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Music@Menlo

You can enjoy a show at Music@Menlo during your stay in Atherton. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Sunset Headquarters and Gardens

After visiting Sunset Headquarters and Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Kepler's Books

Enjoy an outing to Kepler's Books during your stay in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

United States Geological Survey

After visiting United States Geological Survey, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Portola Art Gallery

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Portola Art Gallery during your trip to Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Areas of Menlo Park

Linfield Oaks

If you're spending some time in Linfield Oaks, United States Geological Survey and Sunset Headquarters and Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Long footbridge over marina in Clearlake in California

The Willows

Though The Willows may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Shopping Center.

Downtown Menlo Park

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Though Downtown Menlo Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stanford Shopping Center and Allied Arts Guild.

Allied Arts

While Allied Arts isn't home to many top sights, Stanford Shopping Center and Allied Arts Guild are some notable places to visit nearby.

Far too many hours I've passed in the Dutch goose. Deviled eggs, beer, and pool.

West Menlo Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Menlo Park and surrounding area, you can visit SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and Stanford Shopping Center.

Aerial view of Stanford; Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Redwood City and the San Francisco bay shoreline in the background, Silicon Valley, California

Sharon Heights

While Sharon Heights isn't home to many top sights, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and Horse Park at Woodside are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Menlo Park worth visiting?

From retail therapy to outdoor activities and history, there are loads of great things to do in Menlo Park. Make sure to enjoy the area's mix of unmissable sights, culture and local charm.

How do I spend a day in Menlo Park?

After you've checked off key attractions like Hiller Aviation Museum and Los Altos History Museum, spend some time discovering Menlo Park's shopping and food scene.

What is the top tourist attraction in Menlo Park?

The top tourist attraction in Menlo Park is Shoreline Amphitheatre, so don't forget to include it on your agenda.

Is three days enough to stay in Menlo Park?

You can easily tick off top attractions like Shoreline Amphitheatre, Hiller Aviation Museum and Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo with a three-day break in Menlo Park. On average, most travellers plan three days here. There's plenty to do and see nearby too, so stay a while longer and check out San Francisco.

Is Menlo Park a walkable city?

It depends on what you plan to do and see in Menlo Park. Several top attractions, like Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll around some of Menlo Park's best neighbourhoods, University South is 2 kilometres away from downtown, while Downtown Menlo Park is 0.32 kilometres away from the city centre and also within walking distance.

What are some activities to do in Menlo Park with kids?

Whether you're holidaying with young explorers or adventure-seeking teens, an itinerary filled with cool activities makes all the difference. Take a look at our ideas for what to do in Menlo Park with kids.

What to do in Menlo Park for adults?

Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food connoisseur or thrill seeker, there are plenty of things to do in Menlo Park for adults including Thomas Fogarty Winery and Computer History Museum.

Are there free things to do in Menlo Park?

In Menlo Park, Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo is a popular spot for anyone wishing to experience the city without opening their wallet. Also, wander around the parks and other neighbourhoods, and speak with a local tour guide. It's a good way to discover the best free things to do in Menlo Park.