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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.
Stanford Memorial Church
You can find out about the history of Palo Alto with a trip to Stanford Memorial Church. 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.
Stanford University Medical Center
If Stanford University Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Palo Alto.
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.
Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford
If Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Palo Alto.
Palo Alto VA Hospital
If Palo Alto VA Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Palo Alto.
Stanford University Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Palo Alto at Stanford University Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Areas of 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 Hoover Tower.
East Palo Alto
Mountain views and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about East Palo Alto. A stop by San Francisco Bay is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
University South
When in University South, you can plan a visit to Stanford Stadium and Stanford Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown North
While Downtown North may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Stanford Shopping Center and Stanford Theatre.
Old Palo Alto
When in Old Palo Alto, you can plan a visit to Stanford Stadium and Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Midtown
Though Midtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stanford Stadium and Shoreline Park.
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