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Silicon Valley
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Santa Clara County

Silicon Valley

6.7
4.6/5
154 reviews
Silicon Valley is located in Northern California, United States, south of the San Francisco Bay, and is situated in a valley known for the design and manufacturing of silicon chips. Visitors come here primarily to experience the atmosphere of global technological innovation by touring university campuses, the areas around tech company campuses, and unique visitor centers. The grounds are beautiful, blending a rich historical architectural style with red-tiled roofs, arched corridors, and exquisite decorations that showcase a unique architectural charm. As visitors stroll through the campus, they can feel the unique environment where academic atmosphere and the spirit of technological innovation intertwine. The campus features visitor experience areas, where cafes, merchandise shops, and colorful Android robot statues have become popular spots for visitors to take photos.Mountain View · 10.4km from Stanford
Filoli Historic House & Garden
No. 14 of Best Things to Do in San Francisco Bay Area

Filoli Historic House & Garden

6.2
4.9/5
23 reviews
From 1915 to 1917, William Bowers Bourn II and his wife, the owners of the "Empire Gold Mine", built Philoli Manor. It is a masterpiece designed by the talented American architect Willis Polk, which combines the English country garden with the native California landscape. Known as one of the "Top Ten Beautiful Gardens in North America", it covers an area of nearly 265 hectares and is a park with beautiful natural scenery. There is a Georgian Revival-style mansion in the garden, as well as multiple English Renaissance-style gardens with more than 150 different varieties of roses, an orchard covering an area of 2.8 hectares, and a 1.6-kilometer-long path. Many design elements in the manor were also influenced by Chinese gardens. For example, there is a winding artificial stream in the garden, which is similar to the streams in Chinese gardens; many traditional Chinese flowers and plants are also planted in the garden, such as peonies, bamboos, etc. Peony symbolizes wealth and good luck; bamboo is a symbol of perseverance.San Mateo County · 13.8km from Stanford
Googleplex
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Silicon Valley

Googleplex

4.9
4.2/5
46 reviews
Google's headquarters, located in Mountain View, is its corporate campus, renowned for its innovative atmosphere and Silicon Valley spirit. Here you can see many Google high-tech products on display and even try them out yourself. There are also Android robots on campus that visitors can take photos with.Mountain View · 7.1km from Stanford
Hoover Tower
No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Stanford

Hoover Tower

4.2
4.8/5
49 reviews
The Hoover Tower is a landmark building at Stanford University and was built in memory of former US President Hoover. There are libraries, offices, and memorials in the tower, which can be visited. The observation deck at the top 14 floors overlooks the campus of Stanford University.Stanford · 397m from downtown
Meta Headquarters

Meta Headquarters

3.6
5.0/5
15 reviews
Facebook is headquartered in Palo Alto, Silicon Valley. It covers an area of 1 million square feet and can accommodate 2,000 employees. Compared with the original site, it can be described as a complete change. The company has advanced supporting facilities, providing employees with an excellent office environment. However, due to various reasons, tourists are not allowed to enter. However, there is a large logo at the gate, which is a thumb up symbolizing Facebook's representative, and many people took pictures here.Menlo Park · 7km from Stanford
California's Great America
No. 18 of Family-friendly Attractions in California

California's Great America

4.3
4.6/5
8 reviews
Great America is a great theme park for families, with a water park, haunted house, and Ferris wheel all offering fun. Rides are updated almost every year. To avoid getting lost, grab a free map or download the park app. Splash in the waves at Flying Fish Cove Water Park, stop by Planet Snoopy, experience the new 4D gravity effect – New Earth in the Action Theater, and enjoy countless entertainment and dining options.Santa Clara · 16.9km from Stanford
Foothills Nature Preserve

Foothills Nature Preserve

3
Palo Alto · 6.8km from Stanford
Windy Hill Open Space Preserve

Windy Hill Open Space Preserve

3
Portola Valley · 9km from Stanford
Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden

Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden

2.9
This beautifully maintained garden  is frequented by locals for family, engagement or pet photos.Palo Alto · 2.4km from Stanford
Redwood Grove Nature Preserve

Redwood Grove Nature Preserve

2.9
Santa Clara County · 6.9km from Stanford

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[San Francisco] Stanford 2-hour detailed guide | includes Hoover Tower admission ticket
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San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA): Entry Ticket
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Big Bus San Francisco Hop-on Hop-off Bus (24 Hours) +Alcatraz Ticket
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San Francisco Explorer Pass (Custom Attraction Pass)
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San Jose: Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop
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San Francisco 1-day tour [Golden Gate Bridge/Lombard Street/Fisherman's Wharf]
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5.0/5
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Duration: 6.4 hrs
English
Free cancellation
FromRUB 10,813.20
Muir Woods, Sausalito w/Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Day Tour from San Francisco
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San Francisco Bike Rental
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2.3/5
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Duration: 24 hrs
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San Francisco redwood forest steam train + Santa Cruz wharf 1-day tour | Niche experience
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FromRUB 8,384.72

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YoYo_1I8Q7O5O1 May 2026
5.0
Silicon Valley doesn't really feel like a tourist attraction. I stood in front of Apple's giant ring for a while; the security guard was polite but wouldn't let me in. Google's colorful bicycles were there, but passersby were too busy looking at their phones. In the roadside cafes, people were frowning so deeply at their computers they could trap a mosquito. Driving around, all you see are low-rise office buildings, much like a typical industrial area. But sitting on a park bench near Stanford, watching kids fly kites, was much more comfortable than any of those tech parks.

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_TI***l06 April 2026
5.0
Filoli Garden House was absolutely a bang for a buck! It was so stunning with various kinds of flower during peak blooming season of springtime. Historic House was amazing as well with ethereal interior design, especially the gorgeous arts of floral arrangement in different vases.

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雨田30 August 2017
5.0
The colorful Google headquarters is located in Mountain View. An old classmate who works at Google enthusiastically took us inside to visit and introduced us. In the beautiful environment surrounded by bright sunshine and green trees, Google employees can be seen sitting on the ground at work, discussing problems in groups of three or two, or operating computers alone. It is rare to be able to engage in high-tech creative work in such a relaxing and comfortable environment!

Googleplex

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118***7421 August 2023
5.0
The Hoover Tower is inside Stanford University. When you go there to send a package, the staff will lead you to take the elevator to the top floor. You can overlook the entire campus. The scenery is pretty good. Many of the photos below were taken on top of the tower.

Hoover Tower

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Michaelhe8 June 2022
5.0
It's a fun place. The designer really has different tastes.

Meta Headquarters

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JayGatz7 May 2023
5.0
school field trip this past Friday, Great customer service supervisors... great value for the cost! highly recommend it!

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Don't miss these attractions in Stanford: Silicon Valley, Filoli Historic House & Garden, and Googleplex. If you like Cultural experiences, try Stanford university + Cantor arts center at Stanford university + Googleplex + Intel museum (World cup city tour). If you enjoy Food & drink, try Hard Rock Cafe San Francisco Dining Experience.

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As of 17 October 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Stanford is around RUB 11,097.42 – RUB 14,488.29. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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