Suggestions for Outdoors & Recreation near San Jose

Ashok B. • May 12, 2017Great place. Roses were quiet big and smells good :)

Hector S. • November 8, 2015Very nice gem in San Jose recently moving here we've been exploring the poi's in our new home.

Kyle F. • July 4, 2015One of the best parks in San Jose. Huge variety of features for kids of all ages. They also have water fountains and bathrooms.

Green H. • June 18, 2018Such a great spot to hang out and try many cuisines. Vegetarian and vegan friendly.

wutor ♐. • April 29, 2013It's Simply peaceful here :)

Deekay • October 25, 2013Great place to have a picnic or people watch.

Takeshi Y. • July 22, 2013One of my favorite places to go in downtown San Jose, check it out if you haven't already, it's beautiful!

Peri-Sue K. • November 7, 2017Love this park most of the time. It can be hot during the day as it’s new and there is no shade. Nice mix of dogs. Most of the time it is clean.

Men's Health Mag • April 16, 2015Play a game on the largest permanent outdoor Monopoly Board. You can rent the game—giant dice, houses, and prison uniforms included—but prepare to stay parked there for hours.

Jessica B. • March 25, 2013Lived here for over 20 yrs and never knew about this! Surprisingly clean with all the foot traffic.

K12 Inc • August 19, 2011Did you know? The park is home to many species of birds, fish, and amphibians. Some of the most sighted animals are six species of herons and egrets, and Black-tailed Jackrabbit, and skunks.

Donna B. • February 20, 2013Beautiful, peaceful, wonderful place to take a walk.

Nataliia A. • August 5, 2021Lovely and friendly place 🥰

veronica a. • November 10, 20132 different play structures and big surrounding grass area with paving around for bikes

aileen c. • September 7, 2011This park It's a great place for the kids& pretty clean. Great big playground.

Mike B. • March 22, 2011Nice alternative to the Dana Rose Garden. Right off the Guadalupe River Trail.

HISTORY • July 14, 2010This is the site of the first state capital from 1849-1851. The state seal of California in the center of the circle of palm trees. Visitors can ice skate in the center during the winter months.

William F. • May 2, 2010To get a table on weekends get here before 8am.

Jouji W. • October 11, 2010Drop by for the many events held here or just to take an afternoon nap. Many walk events held yearly to support cures for diseases like Leukemia, Diabetes, etc.

Andy S. • September 3, 2014Big park, usually pretty busy with plenty of open space

Sammie G. • January 30, 2012This is my favorite dog park in San Jose. It's huge and there are usually always tons of dogs for my husky mix to play with. If you're a dog elitist, stay away! Cool owners only!

Connie P. • August 4, 2013This was actually a lot of fun, albeit gimmicky!

UpOut Events • April 28, 2016Join the massive battle of space wizards vs. space warlocks at the San Jose Light Sword Battle. Pick a side and use the ancient tool: the light sword, in the ultimate nocturnal showdown. Sat, 4/30.