SIGHTSEEING
Hoover Tower would be a good stop to see what Palo Alto has to offer. This tower is a 285-feet structure that stands on the campus of Stanford University. It houses the Hoover Institution Library and Archives, an archive collection founded by the Herbert Hoover before he became President of the United States.
Hoover Tower
DOWNTOWN
Downtown Palo Alto has a charming combination between small town accessibility and urban nuance. With the liveliness of it, you won’t be left alone. You can explore many things in downtown Palo Alto. Outdoor cafes, coffee shops, bookstores, national chains, art galleries, movie theaters, numerous restaurants, and other entertainment for all ages. The famous Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Center for Visual Arts is also in the downtown Palo Alto area.
Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Center for Visual Arts
SHOPPING
Traveling isn’t complete without shopping. One of the best shopping places in the city is Town & Country Village. This shopping mall is an upscale mall with chains and specialty stores, services, and eateries amid pedestrian walkways and gardens. Macy’s is another department store for brand-name clothing, accessories, home furnishings, and housewares. To blend in with the local products, make sure to shop at California Avenue Farmers’ Market. The market is selling great selection of fruits, vegetables, and ready-to-eat food. There’s a number of small music duos throughout the market to create a magical atmosphere.
Town & Country Village
Macy’s
California Avenue Farmers’ Market
FOOD & DRINK
Burrito and California-Style Pizza are some of the most popular food in the city and other California areas. They’re known as the traditional dishes of California. Try these and let wine be your company. Wine is widely known in the city and nearby areas.
CULTURE
Palo alto is known as the heart of Silicon Valley. The HP Garage is in this city and Palo Alto has become synonymous with innovation. Both Google and Facebook were founded in this city. Other well-known companies are also in Palo Alto.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
Based on the tourism score, the best time to visit Palo Alto is from early May to mid-June. Palo Alto temperature is warm in this period. The warm season only lasts for about two months, from April 10 to June 16.
HOTEL
Pamper yourself at the good-looking hotel, Crowne Plaza Palo Alto. This hotel is only 3 miles from Stanford University and 3.6 miles from Shoreline Amphitheater music avenue. The classically furnished rooms feature many modern equipment. Mediterranean food is available at its relaxed restaurant/bar. An outdoor pool and hot tub are at the ready for you. An exercise room, 24-hour business center, and 13 meeting rooms are other good amenities. You can also get comfortable at Comfort Inn. Just like its name, this hotel’s vision is to make guests feel comfortable just like home. The location is exciting, it’s just minutes away from top attractions like California’s Great America, Shoreline Amphitheater, Stanford Shopping Center, and more. Guests can walk to a variety of restaurants, cafes, galleries, and retail shops right from this hotel.
Crowne Plaza Palo Alto
Comfort Inn Palo Alto
RESTAURANT
Come and taste Italian food at Terún restaurant. This restaurant has been named as the best Italian Restaurant by the prestigious readers of the Palo Alto Weekly. You’ll find homemade pasta, southern Italian entrees and pizzas cooked in a magnificent Marra Forni wood-fired Neapolitan oven. A fine list of wine would be the company of your menu. Try dining in a pleasant covered outdoor patio that’s hidden in the back to make your visit memorable. Another best recommendation for your culinary trip is Tamarine Restaurant & Gallery. This Vietnamese restaurant is influenced by countries like China, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and France. The contrast of textures and exotic flavors will lead you to a journey of all your senses. The decoration of the room is inspired by modern Asian style, completed with Vietnamese fine art collection.
Terún
Tamarine Restaurant & Gallery
CAFE
Philz Coffee would be a good choice for relaxation in Palo Alto, California. With their specialty for coffee, Philz Coffee comes to you with the best service. The staff treats its customers with kindness, respect, and always pays attention to their needs. They’ve been carrying this service since 1978. That’s what makes this cafe feel like home. It’s not about just coffee, it’s about people. This cafe is all about quality, care, warmth, and connection. Try this other coffee shop called Blue Bottle Coffee. This trendy cafe chain is offering upscale coffee drinks, pastries, plus beans and brewing equipment. Setting between stunning walls, this nice-styled cafe is the best choice to start the day.
Philz Coffee
Blue Bottle Coffee
BAR AND NIGHTLIFE
Make sure to spend your night at The Patio club. This club is known as one of the best spots for nightlife in the city. Come and rock their two bars. One is located inside by the dance floor that’s known as the longest bar in Palo Alto, and the other one is outdoor beer garden which is covered and heated on cold nights. The Rose & Crown bar is another recommendation for partying all night. Facilities you can enjoy are bar games, happy hour drinks, great beer selection, sport, and outdoor seating.
The Patio
The Rose & Crown
INTERESTING PLACE
Explore the beauty of Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge for a nice afternoon. This place is located in the southern part of San Francisco Bay, California. This nature preserve is housing various migrating birds, as well as native flora and fauna. The scenery is great, so you may want to make sure to capture this moment. If you’re a fan of wine, Mountain Winery is the perfect place for it. This winery is a California Historical Landmark and is listed on the National Register of History Places. Not only you get to taste the best wine in California, the view is out of this world. While the view is everything your eyes need, the building is styled so beautifully. You won’t miss this one. This place is also used for special events like live performances. Pay a visit to city of Palo Alto library called Mitchell Park Library. This public and well-appointed library is a part of a new joint library and community center facility. It serves diverse community need include public art and supports a wide array of library programming.
Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge
Mountain Winery
Mitchell Park Library
INSTAGRAMMABLE SPOT
Shoreline Lake Park is the best spot to shoot Palo Alto’s gorgeous landscapes. As one of the most visited parks in the city, it offers a golf course, a lake with boat rentals, walking or biking trails, and Victorian house museum. Not only you’re able to capture the best pictures, you can also visit its museum and get to know the city better. Come in the afternoon to have the best experience with great views. As a nature lover and an explorer, don’t forget to explore Castle Rock State Park before you leave the city. This park offers 32 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails. Redwoods and other regional trees are ready for your lens. If you’re a first-time-hiker, this experience won’t be hard. The hiking is easy and affordable.
Shoreline Lake Park
Castle Rock State Park
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