Palo Alto
Travel Guide
Visit Palo Alto
Where to stay in Palo Alto
Stanford
You'll enjoy the churches and monuments in Stanford. You might want to make time for a stop at Stanford Stadium or Stanford Shopping Center.
East Palo Alto
You'll enjoy the mountain views and restaurants in East Palo Alto. You might want to make time for a stop at San Francisco Bay or Silicon Valley.
Barron Park
While Barron Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Antonio Shopping Center and San Andreas Fault Trail.
Midtown
Though Midtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Stadium.
Old Palo Alto
When in Old Palo Alto, you can plan a visit to Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ventura
Though Ventura may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Stadium.
Dinah's Garden Hotel
"This place is such a hidden gem. Right off a main drag and yet a world away from Silicon Valley. We loved all the plants, the restaurant, and the pool. The room was spacious enough with everything we needed. Would stay again!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Creekside Inn
"They have improve their breakfast, which was appreciated by adding new items. Rooms remodel with half glass shower wall and no door, not so great. shower mat to small almost slipped in shower."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
"No good car parking"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Palo Alto Cottage: Privacy, Comfort & Convenience
"Great Host! Directions were clear and helpful. I’m street parking right in front of the house, and it’s in a really nice quiet neighborhood. Accommodations were clean and comfortable. Very close to downtown Palo Alto, Stanford, and other industry in the area. Highly recommend. Would say again."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
1.7 miles from Stanford University
"Guest house was sparkling clean, and check-in was a breeze! Beautiful neighborhood within walking distance to restaurants and shops on University Avenue. Would definitely stay here again, and would highly recommend to anyone visiting Palo Alto!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Spacious cottage near Stanford with AC
"This place was great for our 2-night stay. It was super clean, modern, and had all the amenities we needed. Tracy was a great host and made sure we had everything we needed. The place is also just a quick walk to the bus line that takes you downtown, which we found really helpful. Would definitely ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Stanford University
Enjoy the student vibe around Stanford University, a top university in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Stanford Shopping Center
You can enjoy retail therapy at Stanford Shopping Center during your visit to Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Baylands Nature Preserve
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Baylands Nature Preserve, a lovely green space in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Hoover Tower
Find out about the history of Palo Alto when you spend time at Hoover Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Rodin Sculpture Garden
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Rodin Sculpture Garden, a lovely green space in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Stanford Stadium
Catch an event at Stanford Stadium during your trip to Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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