SAN JOSE
San Jose, the state’s first capital, is home to over a half a million
people and features a renovated city center, a first class museum and a
vibrant theatre community. San Clara Visitor Center has information
about attractions and tours; call 800-272-6822. Also 888-SAN JOSE
(726-5673) is a great resource to book accommodations, purchase
performing art and event tickets or just inquire about things to see and
do in San Jose."
EGYPTIAN MUSEUM AND PLANETARIUM
Contains large collection of Egyptian artifacts, including a 2000 year
old tomb to enter and a mummy gallery; along with art exhibits. Park &
Naglee Aves., San Jose, 408-947-3636.
PARAMOUNT'S GREAT AMERICA
Offers 100 acres of family theme entertainment including rides, stage
shows, IMAX theatre, dining and shopping. Open weekends March-May; daily
June-August. Located off Hwy 101 at Great America Parkway, Santa Clara.
408- 986-5856.
THE TECH MUSEUM OF INNOVATION
Offers a fun environment where visitors of all ages can explore today’s
technology in 4 exhibition galleries, IMAX dome theater and hands-on
laboratory space. Open daily. 201 South Market St., San Jose.
408-294-TECH.
WINCHESTER MYSTERY HOUSE
Winchester Mystery Hour is the world famous landmark mansion of rifle
fortune heiress Sarah Winchester. Guided tours of house and garden.
Firearms museum on site. 525 S. Winchester Blvd., San Jose,
408-247-2101.
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