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Mission San Jose in Fremont, California

Bay Area Trip Ideas

With so many things to do and see in San Jose and the Bay Area, the options are infinite. We made it easy to plan your trip with suggested itineraries and trip ideas for you to explore and uncover the best of San Jose and the Monterey Bay.

People viewing the giant refractor telescope at Lick Observatory

San Jose History Tour

Fun fact for the history buffs traveling to San Jose: the city predates California and was the first civilian settlement in what was then known as Nueva California. When the state of California was founded in 1850, San Jose became the first capital and has been an important place in California history since the city was founded in 1777. You’ll be delighted by the the vast historic experiences and sights waiting to be discovered, as San Jose’s vibrant past is celebrated by people, places and events throughout the city.

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