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February 15, 2018

The Children’s Discovery Museum

The Children’s Discovery Museum situated at 180, Woz Way is one of the major attractions in San Jose. It may not be as popular for some as the rose garden or the Egyptian museum, the zoo or the tech museum but if you have kids traveling with you, then this can be a wonderful family excursion. San Jose has no shortage of family-friendly attractions and activities for kids, but the children’s museum offers a distinctly captivating experience. It should be on your list of things to d...

January 15, 2018

San Jose Attractions: Willow Glen Neighborhood

The neighborhood of Willow Glen in downtown San Jose used to be pegged as a hidden gem by some locals but has been less of a secret for years now. However, it is indeed a true local treasure of San Jose. Willow Glen is a distinct neighborhood with tree-lined streets, ideal for a stroll and window-shopping. There are specialty shops and the place stands out for its diverse architecture. Willow Glen is well known for its shopping and dining scene and family-oriented atmosphere.

December 15, 2017

Visit Happy Hollow Park and Zoo

About Happy Hollow Park and Zoo

Built in the early 60s, Happy Hollow Park and Zoo have been up and running for over four decades and since then has gone through many renovations as they continue to offer fun attractions, rides, and activities through the years that grab the attention of visitors. The park features a variety of activities, such as mini golf, a merry-go-round, a family roller coaster, and much more. The zoo portion of the park includes many exotic ani...

October 15, 2017

Must See Attraction: The Heritage Rose Garden

The Heritage Rose Garden is located at 438 Coleman Avenue in San Jose and is a must-see attraction. One of the highlights of downtown San Jose, the Rose Garden has no admission fee. It is a nice little paradise right in the middle of the busy and densely populated cityscape. San Jose Rose Garden has around three thousand five hundred plants including almost three thousand different varieties of roses. Most of these roses are rare and cannot be found anywhere else. Rose Garden is the fruit of ...

June 15, 2018

Visit the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum in San Jose

San Jose is a city filled with a rich amount of cultural and technological history. It is one of the best cities to explore to learn about the advancement of technology, but also other societies; it is even home to the largest collection of Egyptian artifacts in western North America. The Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum is where this collection is located, making it one of the best museums to visit to learn more about ancient Egyptian societies. An experience like this ...