San Jose Museums Tour (Self Guided), San Jose
The capital of Silicon Valley, San Jose is full of discovery and innovation. Also, steeped in history – established since 1777 – the city has born witness to numerous chapters of American past. When it comes to culture, education and recreation, the local museums are a perfect destination for solo adventurers new to the area.
Here, among other things, you can:
- get hands-on with technology at the Tech Museum of Innovation – dedicated to promoting the development of technology and showcasing its history; suitable for all ages; replete with a host of interactive exhibits and other exciting features;
- browse through collections of visual masterpieces at the San Jose Museum of Art – a popular spot for art and cultural enthusiasts; focused on modern and contemporary art, particularly that originated from or dealing with California;
- fuel your creative spirit from a unique experience in the complex world of textile art at the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles;
- learn about Japanese-Americans’ way of life, culture, and art at the Japanese American Museum of San Jose – detailing the history of Japanese-Americans during the early- to mid-20th century, throughout World War II and thereafter;
- and so much more.
If you take keen interest in any (or all) of these activities and feel like a modern-day explorer, anxious to visit the diverse and most fascinating museums of San Jose, feel free to embark on this self-guided walking tour for a great day out!
Here, among other things, you can:
- get hands-on with technology at the Tech Museum of Innovation – dedicated to promoting the development of technology and showcasing its history; suitable for all ages; replete with a host of interactive exhibits and other exciting features;
- browse through collections of visual masterpieces at the San Jose Museum of Art – a popular spot for art and cultural enthusiasts; focused on modern and contemporary art, particularly that originated from or dealing with California;
- fuel your creative spirit from a unique experience in the complex world of textile art at the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles;
- learn about Japanese-Americans’ way of life, culture, and art at the Japanese American Museum of San Jose – detailing the history of Japanese-Americans during the early- to mid-20th century, throughout World War II and thereafter;
- and so much more.
If you take keen interest in any (or all) of these activities and feel like a modern-day explorer, anxious to visit the diverse and most fascinating museums of San Jose, feel free to embark on this self-guided walking tour for a great day out!
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San Jose Museums Tour Map
Guide Name: San Jose Museums Tour
Guide Location: USA » San Jose (See other walking tours in San Jose)
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Sightseeing)
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.9 Km or 2.4 Miles
Guide Location: USA » San Jose (See other walking tours in San Jose)
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Sightseeing)
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.9 Km or 2.4 Miles
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Walking Tours in San Jose, California
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San Jose Downtown Walking Tour
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles
During World War II, several... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles
San Jose Public Art Walking Tour
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Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 6.0 Km or 3.7 Miles
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 6.0 Km or 3.7 Miles
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