Los Altos Vacation Rentals

Los Altos Travel Guide

Part of the Silicon Valley technology center, Los Altos is a modestly sized Santa Clara County city with miles of potential and a friendly, free-spirited attitude. Los Altos is home to the classic California lifestyle, with relaxation and stress reduction a big part of the city’s appeal, but it also boasts stretches of rolling green hills and sunkissed sunsets.

Things to Do in Los Altos

With hundreds of sunny hours per year, Los Altos has opened a number of public parks for residents and guests to enjoy. At Grant Park, guests can play a game of soccer or have a picnic lunch under the sun, while at Redwood Grove Nature Preserve they can admire the rose garden as they stroll along the boardwalk, and at Marymeade Park they can play a game of tennis and relax under the shade of the oak trees.

Guests interested in hiking can get some exercise and admire the unique landscapes of the Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve which boasts more than 11 miles of meadows, lakes and ponds, hiking trails, and sky-high ridge views. Many of Los Altos’ visitors find a great deal of joy in touring the Los Altos History Museum, which replicates a 1930’s farmhouse. Alternatively, they could spend an entertaining evening in San Jose, visiting the Casino M8trix or dancing the night away at LVL 44.

Best Places to Stay in Los Altos

There is an abundance of amazing places to stay when traveling to Los Altos. With the largest selection of vacation rentals in the immediate area, the city offers everything from single bedrooms to full houses. All of the rentals offer their guests internet access and spacious living areas that are furnished with modern decor and furniture.

Best Time to Visit Los Altos

The best time to visit Los Altos is from June to September when the weather is at its peak in terms of warmth.

Best Events in Los Altos

Los Altos treats its residents and their beloved guests to a variety of fun annual events. Each year the city hosts the Downtown Los Altos Easter Egg Hunt, the Arts & Wine Festival, the Halloween Spooktacular, and the Festival of Lights Parade. The St Paddy’s Beer Stroll is for guests 21 and older but is a very popular event, offering a variety of local beers for sampling.

Things to Do for Families in Los Altos

Adventurous families who have a passion for water and sports can enjoy the perfect combination when they make the short trip over to Sunnyvale, where they can visit the Sun & Fun Water Sports Club for an afternoon of surfing, paddle boarding, water skiing, and wake boarding. Families with an appreciation for good old-fashioned theater can watch a live production presented by the Los Altos Youth Theatre.