San Jose, California attracts Silicon Valley visitors with its green spaces and entertainment venues. Visitors to San Jose find sports franchises, museums and parks that keep this city competitive with Los Angeles and San Francisco.
The NHL's San Jose Sharks play Western Conference foes like the Los Angeles Kings and Phoenix Coyotes each season in the HP Pavilion at San Jose.
The Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose features hands-on exhibits such as the Secrets of Circles and the Art Gallery to entertain and educate children on diverse subjects.
Raging Waters San Jose packs thrill rides like the Dragon's Den and Great White Shark as well as a 350,000-gallon wave pool into 23 acres.
San Jose's Garden City Casino offers dining and entertainment and 40 table games within a 12,000 square foot facility. The casino hosts Texas hold-em tournaments throughout the year with big jackpots.
Visitors to San Jose see wallabies, red-ruffed lemurs and parrots at the Happy Hollow Park & Zoo. The zoo details animal care and diet with its Behind the Scenes programs.