Palo Alto Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Palo Alto
Palo Alto
Palo Alto
Palo Alto
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Where to stay in Palo Alto

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Stanford

You'll enjoy the churches and monuments in Stanford. You might want to make time for a stop at Stanford Stadium or Stanford Shopping Center.

Stanford
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East Palo Alto

Mountain views and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about East Palo Alto. A stop by San Francisco Bay is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

East Palo Alto
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Barron Park

While Barron Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Antonio Shopping Center and Stanford Maples Pavillion.

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Old Palo Alto

When in Old Palo Alto, you can plan a visit to Stanford Stadium and Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Old Palo Alto
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University South

While visiting University South, you might make a stop by sights like Stanford Theatre and Museum of American Heritage.

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Downtown Palo Alto

If you're spending some time in Downtown Palo Alto, Stanford Theatre and Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Palo Alto
Creekside Inn
Creekside Inn
3.5 out of 5
3400 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA
The price is AU$203 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
AU$203
7 June - 8 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Palo Alto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,442 reviews)
"Such a beautiful setting! Walking distance to a variety of restaurants…and comfy beds!"

Reviewed on 13 May 2025

Creekside Inn
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Dinah's Garden Hotel
3.5 out of 5
4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA
The price is AU$270 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
AU$270
6 June - 7 June
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Palo Alto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
Mother's day/bday
"We had an amazing stay. Check in was a breeze. The property is beautiful. The room was very spacious and clean. We had a suite with a kitchen. They provided everything we needed including pots and pans, napkins plates, silverware, glasses etc. The mini fridge was even stocked with beer, wine and ..."

Reviewed on 13 May 2025

Dinah's Garden Hotel
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
2.5 out of 5
4164 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$175 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$175
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Palo Alto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,097 reviews)
"Clean quiet breakfast easy checkin and checkout comfortable amenities are good."

Reviewed on 13 May 2025

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Large Palo Alto Home, Pool, 5 beds/3 baths, in the Heart of Palo Alto
Large Palo Alto Home, Pool, 5 beds/3 baths, in the Heart of Palo Alto
Palo Alto
Stay at this vacation home in Palo Alto. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Shoreline Amphitheatre and Shoreline Park are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
Spacious home in a good location
"Great stay with lots of space for large groups. Small backyard/deck to hang out at and across the street from a park and cafe. Lots of space to sleep throughout the house. Check in was easy and hosts were communicative and easy to reach"

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2025

Large Palo Alto Home, Pool, 5 beds/3 baths, in the Heart of Palo Alto
California Golden Dream L
California Golden Dream L
Palo Alto
Enjoy a fitness center and air conditioning. Popular attractions Shoreline Amphitheatre and Shoreline Park are located nearby.
California Golden Dream L
Palo Alto Cottage: Privacy, Comfort & Convenience
Palo Alto Cottage: Privacy, Comfort & Convenience
Palo Alto
Stay at this cottage in Palo Alto. Enjoy a garden and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Shoreline Amphitheatre and Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center are ...
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Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2025

Palo Alto Cottage: Privacy, Comfort & Convenience
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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