When you stay with us in beautiful Santa Clara, you’ll be enjoying the benefits of staying at a centrally located hotel that’s so close to many of the great attractions, events and museums in Silicon Valley and the Bay Area. From missions to museums, from theme parks to theater, Santa Clara offers fun for the entire family!

Paramount's Great America Theme Park - Paramount’s Great America is Northern California’s ultimate family theme park and entertainment destination. Located in Santa Clara, Paramount's Great America features 10 pulse-pounding coasters, exciting rides, live stage show, concerts, Nickelodeon TV characters and the wild water rides of Boomerang Bay. Visit www.pgathrills.com.

Winchester Mystery House - Beautiful and bizarre, the Winchester Mystery House is an architectural marvel filled with unexplained oddities. Tour 110 of the Victorian mansion’s rooms and look for bizarre phenomena that gave the mansion its name - a window built into the floor, staircases leading to nowhere, a chimney that rises four floors, doors that open onto blank walls, and upside down posts. Stroll through the beautiful Victorian gardens. Visit www.winchestermysteryhouse.com.

Shoreline Amphitheater - Experience the Bay Area’s largest, most amazing outdoor concert facility, featuring state-of-the-art technical, visual, and sound systems. The world's most talented entertainers are showcased in an award-winning concert space which delivers an amazing sonic experience. Located in Mountain View, Shoreline features craft booths, eclectic foods, and one of the world’s largest tents. Visit www.shoreline-amd.com.

Mission Santa Clara de Asis - Located on Santa Clara University, this is the eighth of 21 missions built around California by Father Junipero Serra and his Spanish Franciscan padres. Built in 1777, Mission Santa Clara is a California historical landmark. Call (408) 554.4023 or Visit www.scu.edu/visitors.  [Top]

NASA Ames Research Center - Located on the border of Mountain View and Sunnyvale at the southern end of San Francisco Bay, Ames occupies 430 acres of land, and hosts a number of federal, civilian, and military agencies on the adjoining 1,500-acre former naval air station, known as Moffett Federal Airfield. Ames offers educational outreach activities to stimulate student interest in science, mathematics, and technology; and to enhance the knowledge and skills of faculty at all levels. Visit www.arc.nasa.org.

Moffett Field - Originally the Naval Air Station’s home base for the Navy dirigible U.S.S. Macon, Moffett Field is home to NASA Ames Research Center. Moffett Field’s two runways, three aircraft hangars, and 3.5 million square feet of facilities is a shared federal facility that offers exciting annual air shows that thrill spectators with thrilling aeronautics by the country’s best civilian and military aviators. Two year ago, NASA celebrated 100 years of flight at Moffett Field. Visit www.airshownetwork.com.

HP Pavilion (San Jose Arena) - Cheer for the NHL’s San Jose Sharks as they heat up the ice for 41 home season games at HP Pavilion in downtown San Jose. This state-of-the art San Jose arena hosts up to 180 events and concerts every year, including Grammy winning musicians, Olympic athletes, world-class shows and theater, exhibitions and exciting family shows. Enjoy boxing events, such as Fight Night, the Sap Open tennis tournament, and sports competitions. Call Event Information at (408) 287-9200 or visit www.hppsj.com.

Six Flags Marine World - America's only combination wildlife park, oceanarium and theme-park, this awesome adventure park features: exciting thrill rides, such as Zonga, the new seriously twisted super-coaster with four full circle inversions and a 70 degree dive; kid's attractions, such as Looney Tunes Seaport, with 12 different rides, attractions and shows; and a unique animal zoo where you can get personal with dolphins, sea lions, sharks, reptiles, giraffes and safari animals. Visit www.sixflags.com [Top]

Byington Vineyard & Winery - Nestled in the Santa Cruz Mountains with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, Byington provides the perfect setting for sipping wines or celebrating special occasions. The manicured grounds of the Byington estate and its Italianate stone winery chateau create a striking backdrop for your occasion. Whether dreaming of an enchanted wine country wedding or planning a corporate retreat, visit www.byington.com.

Civic Center Park - A three-acre park, Civic Center Park on El Camino Real is beautifully landscaped with colorful flower beds and a large reflecting pool and fountains. This park is the site of the Statue of Saint Clare, the City's namesake, a bronze statue cast in Italy and shipped to Santa Clara in 1965.

Raging Waters - Raging Waters in San Jose is the world’s greatest water adventure with maximum thrills, water rides, the Wave Pool and Activity Pool, attractions, shops and food. Experience the Dragon’s Den, the splashy twists and turns on Barracuda Blaster, or journey through streams and waterfalls on the Lazy River. Visit www.rwsplash.com.

Bonfante Gardens - Explore Bonfante Gardens, a unique combination of four beautiful gardens and amusement rides with the mid-20th century history and agricultural roots of Santa Clara Valley. Set among 600 acres of countryside in Gilroy, Bonfante Gardens features 19 rides and 21 attractions including theme gardens, an event plaza, and the world famous Circus Trees. Call (408) 840-7100.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - California's oldest seaside amusement park, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk blends old-time nostalgia with modern thrills. Located on a mile-beach between Monterey and San Francisco, the Boardwalk is a free hot spot for beach vibes, 34 classic rides, attractions, an old-style arcade, summer concerts, and events. Call (831) 423-5590 or visit www.beachboardwalk.com [Top]

Museums Tech Museum of Innovation - San Jose’s Tech Museum is a unique technology museum that inspires you with interactive exhibits and activities, and exciting programs about how technology impacts our lives. The Tech features four theme galleries packed with exhibits, the Hackworth IMAX Dome Theater, an educational center, a café, and a museum store. Visit www.thetech.org.

Intel Museum - Enter the micro-miniature world of computer chips as you learn how they are designed, manufactured and placed into thousands of products in the world. The Intel Museum has 3,500 square feet of interactive exhibits, and is designed as a self-guided experience. Visit www.intel.com/intel/intelis/museum.

Triton Museum of Art - Highlighting Bay Area artists, the Triton Museum in Santa Clara exhibits contemporary and historical works. Collections include rotating exhibits of 19th and 20th century American art, including one of the largest public holdings of paintings by Theodore Wores, and Southwest Native American tribal art. Exhibitions include the art of the Pacific Rim, Europe and beyond. Visit www.tritonmuseum.org.

San Jose Museum of Art - Dedicated to visual culture and artistic excellence in Silicon Valley, the San Jose Museum of Art is a contemporary art center whose acclaimed exhibitions have ranged across modern masterworks to the frontiers of art. SJMA is the largest visual arts education provider in Santa Clara County. Admission is free. Call (408) 271-6840.

Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose - The Children's Discovery Museum presents innovative and interactive exhibits that nurture the development of children. This downtown San Jose museum features hands-on exhibits, programs, puzzles, and a museum store. More than 150 interactive exhibits lead kids to explore, understand and enjoy the world. Visit www.cdm.org  [Top]

Convention & Event Centers

Santa Clara Convention Center - Located in Silicon Valley, the Santa Clara Convention Center is one of the most modern, well equipped Convention Centers in the country. A flexible 262,000 square foot state-of-the-art meeting, trade, convention and banquet complex, the Santa Clara Convention Center emulates the dynamic energy of the city of Santa Clara. Visit www.santaclara.org.

San Jose McEnery Convention Center - Framed by a 125-foot abstract tile mural, the San Jose McEnery Convention Center encompasses over 425,000 square feet of function space. Designed for versatility, it offers 143,000 square feet of column-free prime exhibit space, an elegant 22,000 square foot ballroom, up to 30 meeting rooms capable of seating up to 2,400 theater-style, and can accommodate banquets to 5,000.  [Top]

Santa Clara Golf & Tennis

Santa Clara Golf & Tennis Club - The Santa Clara Golf & Tennis Club is part of the Santa Clara Trade and Convention Center Complex, The par 72, championship 18-hole, links-style golf course offers 4 sets of tees and a challenging layout for all skill levels. The Club also includes a lighted driving range, a putting green, 7 lighted tennis courts, a pro shop, locker and shower facilities, and David's Restaurant and Bar.

Sunken Gardens Golf Course - Sunken Gardens Golf Course in Sunnyvale is a public, 9-hole course. Hole #6 - a 271 yard par 4 - is a fun challenge. Sunken Gardens is a great place to practice your game, especially if you’re a beginner, but getting around the course may take some time. For tee times, call (408) 739-6588.

Sunnyvale Golf Course - Sunnyvale's municipal golf course is a short, flat course with well-placed trees and bunkers, 6 water holes, tree-lined fairways, and ponds. This course is tough in the afternoon as it lies across from Moffett Field and the wind can howl. You might have a P-3 Orion fly over head while playing. Call (408) 738-3666.

Shoreline Golf Links - Located in nearby Mountain View, Shoreline Golf Links is an 18-hole, championship golf course that challenges with many bunkers and doglegs. The windswept course is part of Shoreline Park, which features a sailing lake, bicycle and jogging trails. Call (650) 969-2041.  [Top]

Santa Clara/San Jose Shopping

Santana Row - Santana Row is South Bay's vibrant shopping and entertainment destination with many exciting shops, eateries and spas. Dining options range from casual outdoor cafés to sophisticated international cuisine. Pedestrian streets have a European flair with fountains, a farmers' market, concerts and events in the open air. Visit www.santanarow.com.

Westfield Valley Fair - Westfield Valley Fair is an incredible Santa Clara shopping mall featuring 100 retail stores, including anchors Macy's and Nordstrom. Shop at specialty stores Victoria's Secret, Eddie Bauer, Abercrombie & Fitch, Aveda, Banana Republic, J. Crew, Puma and Louis Vuitton. Visit www.westfield.com/valleyfair.

Westgate Mall - A San Jose community shopping center, the remodeled Westgate Mall features many discount stores, upscale one-of-a-kind stores such as Paris-based Roche-Bobois, plus favorites like Old Navy, Nordstrom Rack, Burlington Coat Factory, and a new Target. You’ll also find Safeway and Century 25 Theatres. Call (408) 379-9350.

Santa Clara Farmer’s Market - The Downtown Santa Clara Farmers Market opens from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday, May 1 through the end of October. The Farmer’s Market only sells "certified” food items produced by local farmers. A popular spot is on Jackson Street between Homestead Road and Benton St.  [Top]

San Jose Flea Market - A California tradition for over four decades, the San Jose Flea Market is the largest open-air market in the US, featuring 8 miles of colorful alleys and treasure-laden corridors where over 2,000 vendors sell their wares across 120 acres of land. Expect a crowd on weekends. Call (408) 453-1110 or visit www.sjfm.com.

Great Mall Of The Bay Area - The Great Mall is Northern California’s largest enclosed outlet mall, featuring incredible shopping at 185 outlets, nine restaurants, an international food court, an entertainment complex, a 20-plex theater, and events. The Great Mall features OFF 5th Saks Fifth Avenue, St. John Knits Outlet, The Sharper Image Outlet, Dave & Buster’s, Vans Skate Park, and Century Theatres. Visit www.greatmallbayarea.com.

Stanford Shopping Center - San Francisco Bay Area's premier shopping and dining experience, Stanford Shopping Center features Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom, Macy's, and 140 world-class stores and restaurants. One of the few open air centers in the U.S., Stanford Shopping Center is a European-style street market with gourmet coffee, fresh flowers, international cuisine, spectacular gardens, and sculptures by California artists. Visit www.stanfordshop.com.  [Top]

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