Mountain View Travel Guide

The sunny, lakeside town of Mountain View, California, in California’s Silicon Valley, is known for being a tech hub, home to the Google headquarters, and stunning views of the Santa Cruz Mountains, giving the town its name.

Things to Do in Mountain View

Into the tech scene? Check out the Computer History Museum through nearly 20 multimedia displays. The Google Headquarters, Googleplex, is another must visit site in town, where you can enter the campus but not the buildings. NASA Ames Visitor Research Center lets you unleash your inner astronaut through exhibits and displays, including a real moon rock! If you’re a history buff, you can’t miss out on the Moffett Field Historical Society Museum, featuring the history of Moffett Field and its important role in aviation and with NASA.

Best Time to Visit Mountain View

The best time to visit Mountain View is from the spring through the fall, from April to November when the weather is warmest.

Cabins in Mountain View

Nestled in the North Georgia Mountains, the town of Mountain View seems as though it was built for cabin rentals. There is no better place to get out and explore the great outdoors, with a national forest right on your doorstep, as well as a huge range of hiking trails to explore. The nearby city of Blue Ridge is a popular mountain town in the area, and the Blue Ridge Mountains are a hot spot for all sorts of recreational activities.

Mountain View cabins come in all shapes and sizes. If you really want to make use of the beautiful surroundings during your stay, get a vacation rental with a jacuzzi tub or hot tub, outdoor charcoal grills and a wood burning stove. Form luxury cabins to log cabins, cabins with mountain views, multi bedroom cabins with a pool table, and pet-friendly, fully equipped accommodation, there is a Mountain View cabin rental for everyone.