San Jose Travel Guide 2026
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Silicon Valley hub where tech campuses sit alongside quiet residential streets.
Quick facts
Pop. ~1M (2020)460 km² (180 sq mi)PST/PDT (UTCâ8/â7)SJCSpanish pueblo; Silicon Valley anchorâŚ
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| Population | approximately 1 million (2020 census, city) |
|---|---|
| Area | approximately 460 km² (180 sq mi) (city limits) |
| Elevation | approximately 25 m |
| Founded / established | Spanish pueblo; Silicon Valley anchor city |
| Time zone | PST/PDT (UTCâ8/â7) |
| Nearest airport | Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) |
| Languages | English, Spanish and Vietnamese widely spoken |
| Nicknames | Capital of Silicon Valley |
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- Last updated: March 2026
- 1 active categories and 10 ranked listings.
- Overall city score: 7.3/10.
- Cost level: $$.
- Top categories: Restaurants & Food (10).
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