- Our list of the best things to do in Mountain View, California, features the top 627 nearby activities — including 187 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Mountain View, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Food & Drink, Entertainment & Shows, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 24 things to do within the city of Mountain View, CA , followed by 603 popular activities in nearby cities, including San Jose, Half Moon Bay, Los Altos, San Carlos, Palo Alto, Cupertino, Saratoga, Sunnyvale, Fremont, Hayward, San Leandro, Newark, Los Gatos, Milpitas, San Mateo, Union City, Redwood City, Castro Valley, Santa Clara, Belmont, Pleasanton, Burlingame, Menlo Park, Dublin, Campbell, San Bruno, Livermore, South San Francisco, San Francisco, Oakland, Santa Cruz and San Ramon
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Poplar Beach is popular with animal lovers because dogs on leashes are allowed right on the beach, and, in addition, riders can ride horses on the beach. This beach connects to the Coastside Trail, and has stunning views of the ocean.
20.3 Miles
The oldest Japanese gardens in California, the Hayward Japanese Gardens are designed to be a space of tranquility and peace. Spanning over three acres, the gardens are designed in traditional Japanese style, and include a koi pond.
20.3 Miles
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11 votes
2058 D Street, Hayward, CA 94541
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San Felipe Park - Hayward Area Recreation District offers a wide array of recreational amenities. These include basketball, playgrounds, a community center, open lawn areas, barbecues, picnic areas with tables along with restrooms.
20.3 Miles
Blufftop Coastal Park is a scenic and peaceful natural area that offers beach access, walking, running, and biking trails that wind through the surrounding woods, and benches to sit and relax.
20.4 Miles
89%
28 votes
21570 Almaden Road off Almaden Expressway, San Jose, CA
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The history of local quicksilver mining is put on display at the New Almaden Mercury Mining Museum. Located within the Almaden Quicksilver County Park, there are mine dioramas, artifacts from historic mining facilities, and exhibits covering the lifestyles of mining communities.
20.4 Miles
Bringing live performances to the Bay Area since the 1960s, the Douglas Morrison Theatre produces plays, musicals and concerts. Located on the grounds of the Hayward Japanese Gardens, the theatre offers camps and classes in acting, voice and scene study.
20.5 Miles
Where the Pescadero River enters the sea, Pescadero Beach begins. Stretching one mile on the shoreline, the beach has sandy coves and rocky cliffs, which are suited for fishing and picnics.
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Pomponio State Beach is popular for its scenic beauty and gentle tides. Whales and dolphins are a regular sight enjoyed by those out for a quiet stroll along the coastline. The parking is slightly pricey but worth the experience.
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Carlos Bee Park's picnic tables and barbeque pits provide the suitable facilities for a group or family outing. The play area also contains a jungle gym for children to climb.
20.6 Miles
Francis Beach is believed to be the main beach at Half Moon Bay with beautiful views of the ocean and well-maintained campsites that offer both tents as well as RV's. The beach can be easily reached through the Coast-side trail. There is also a dog-friendly beach area nearby.