A New Way to Play: In San Jose

No one intentionally plans a trip to San Jose. It just doesn't figure prominently as a tourist destination. That's easy to understand given the fact that the Golden State has its fair share of world-renown attractions. Between Hollywood Boulevard (which is under-whelming in its lack of glitz and glamor) and the Golden Gate Bridge (again, somewhat of a let-down), most people come to California expecting to rub shoulders with the stars.

You've got your hands full in California. There's movie magic in the south and quaint Bohemia in the north. The stage is set for a city like San Jose. It's big enough to qualify as a big city, but still quaint enough to convey a small-town feel. Most people, even native Californians, fail to realize San Jose is the third largest city in the state.

Ok, so now you're in town. What now? What to do? First off, let's make sure you've got your lodging squared away. Most hotels in San Jose managed to blend the best aspects of the city: cozy, but with scope. The perfect spot all depends on what your fun targets are. If you're looking forward to an NHL game, for example, you'll want a hotel in the vicinity of the Shark Tank, nestled in the wake of the Norman Mineta International Airport.

If you want a fantastic view of the harbor and palm-tree lined boulevards, you can't go wrong cuddling up to the Lakewood and Renaissance neighborhoods. You'll be surprised to find a host of landmarks that can go toe-to-toe with the Hollywood sign or Russian Hill. The Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum comes to mind. Ever wonder what it would be like to walk the Temple at Thebes? The museum is probably the closest you're going to get.

For a gorgeous glimpse of Spanish colonial architecture, you should swing by the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph. This Californian marvel was built in 1803, making it the first church built in the state not affiliated with a mission. And yes, San Jose is Spanish for Saint Joseph. If you happen to be visiting in the summer or spring, you should have a refreshing splash at the Plaza de Cesar Chavez. Just be sure you bring a towel.

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