Palo Alto Vacation & Tourism Guide
photo by Mike Ram
More than 100 years old, Palo Alto is a blend of business and residential areas anchored by a vibrant downtown. A charming mixture of old and new, Palo Alto's tree-lined streets and historic buildings reflect its California heritage and defines its unique character. At the same time, Palo Alto is recognized worldwide as a leader in cutting-edge technological development and is home to some of the top companies in Silicon Valley. Whether for business or pleasure, Palo Alto is definitely a great travel destination.
Great Recommendations from Real Travelers
1. The Westin Palo Alto
Real Traveler Rating: 4.5 out of 5 based on 133 reviews from 5 sources
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" I booked our stay here over the internet and received a special internet rate, which made this hotel a good place to stay for the money." — source Travelocity
"if you want a good cozy hotel, stay here, walking destance from stanford, university ave, and stanford shopping center, stanford hospital. great place" — source Expedia
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1. Rose and Crown
This excellent and cozy British-style pub offers award-winning fish and chips, along with ... more
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2. Nola
Downtown Palo Alto is the setting for Nola's. And the menu consists of Creole, Cajun cuisine in an enchanting ... more
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3. Museum of American Heritage
... of American Heritage combines elements of history, technology, and design to create a visual exploration of inventions of the past. The museum focuses on the evolution of technology, its societal influence, and its future e... more
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4. Coupa Cafe
This is the first outlet in the United States by the Arabica Coffee ... more
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5. Elbe
It is more like a '70s disco than a classic German hoffbrau haus. Amidst the mirrored walls and kitschy retro-lighting, ... more
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6. Mitchell Park
... park with a toddler play structure... great sand area with running water and a water fountain for kids to run through... lots of dogs in the ... more
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7. Rudy's Pub
The sign over the door says \"Cheap food, warm beer, lousy service.\" This dive blue-collar ... more
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8. Stanford Shopping Center
This elegant mall is a magnet for discerning shoppers from all over the Bay Area, both North and South. Department ... more
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9. Old Pro (The)
Different from any sports bars that you will visit (or any bars at all, for that matter), ... more
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10. Watercourse Way
... than 25 years of quality service and attention to detail in a serene and exquisite setting have established Watercourse Way as a premier spa destination in the Bay Area. Watercourse Way is located in the heart of Palo Alto,... more
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1. Tamarine
Located in downtown Palo Alto, this contemporary Vietnamese restaurant endorses the tradition of 'family ... more
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2. Junnoon
... the passion and energy of contemporary India. The flavors, colors, aromas, and textures of our eclectic dishes reflect the spirit and imagination of this diverse region. At Junnoon, we leverage the fresh produce of Californ... more
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3. Evvia
Here you will find Silicon Valley hotshots cutting deals over dinner by the fireplace and feel ... more
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4. LAVANDA
According to the Explore Magazine this place is “An ideal spot for after-work socializing”. The welcoming ... more
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5. Rangoon Restaurant
A great spot to try Burmese-Chinese specialty dishes. ... more
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6. Zibibbo
A unique dining experience awaits you in this restored Victorian house. Specializing in the cuisines ... more
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7. Blue Chalk Cafe
... across from City Hall, the joint packs in twenty-somethings for crowded games of pool and specialty cocktails. The U-shaped balcony upstairs sports most of the action--a jukebox, darts and a full bar. Downstairs, a fireplac... more
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8. Tamarine Restaurant
Located in downtown Palo Alto, this contemporary Vietnamese restaurant endorses the tradition of 'family ... more
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9. Bella Luna - Palo Alto
... its doors in 1999. Since then, it has enjoyed rave reviews for its authentic, appealing and affordable cuisine, warm and astute service, rustic yet elegant decor, and warm ambience, with the experience of dining in Italy. I... more
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10. Nola - Palo Alto
Downtown Palo Alto is the setting for Nola's. And the menu consists of Creole, Cajun cuisine in an enchanting ... more
Top Rated Palo Alto Trips
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On Our Way | Dec 31 09'
"As we prepare to usher in the new decade somewhere over the Pacific, we wish you all a happy,healthy, joy-filled, and prosperous 2010!"
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Silicon Valley | Dec 18 06'
We didn't get to see all of the PCH because we had to make it to Palo Alto (a suburb of San Francisco) in time for the dinner Peter's Mom had kindl... Continue reading »
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Hanging at home | Mar 04 09'
"Scary Dog"
Had a reall great time - dog was scary though. Continue reading »
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USA: Palo Alto | Jul 25 06'
"Donde estuve metida por un mes??? ... Mi hogar en la Bahia de San Fco."
Palo Alto es una ciudad agradable y con onda. Una porcentaje considerable de su poblaciòn es estudiantil puesto que aqui se encuentra Stanford Univ... Continue reading »
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Hotel California | Jul 02 07'
"Things I really like about California: 1) The wonderful produce. 2) The wonderful burritos. 3) The internet in Denny's."
First of all, my apologies for not having written anything for a long while. We've been putting our feet on the coffee table at Jon's dad's house i... Continue reading »
