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Palo Alto Travel Guide

Visit wonderful Palo Alto for a getaway in the San Francisco Bay Area where you can enjoy plenty of amazing things to do and sights to see. Palo Alto is an important city both culturally and educationally, because it is a home to Stanford University. This amazing city is in a great location, being bordered by towns such as Los Altos, Mountain View and San Jose. San Francisco is also close by and well worth a day trip.

Downtown Palo Alto is home to bustling shops, restaurants, and attractions, while greater Palo Alto has several creeks and parks to go hiking and trekking through. If you're looking for a destination that combines cosmopolitan with nature, Palo Alto is for you!

Things to Do in Palo Alto

Lots of amazing things await visitors in Palo Alto. Visit one of the many historical buildings, explore the centuries-old architecture, go on a hike, and check out the various museums.

Stanford University is a must-see in Palo Alto where visitors can wander through the campus and explore the the impressive buildings. The university also has a golf course for visitors looking to perfect their game.

Elsewhere, the Stanford Dish is a famous radio telescope that sits in the foothills -- ideal for photography as well as hiking, running and biking. However, be careful when visiting as there is little shade here during the hot months. For a wonderful day in nature, Redwood National Park is only a few miles away from Palo Alto and boasts stunning scenery. Hike under the large trees and explore the breathtaking nature along the Tall Trees Grove.

For a little culture, Cantor Arts Center is a fine arts museum with impressive displays from local artists, or for a little retail therapy, Stanford Shopping Center has dozens of stores and is the place to pick up a holiday souvenir.

Best Places to Stay in Palo Alto

The best areas to stay in Palo Alto are the centrally located districts within walking distance from cafes, restaurants, and stores. Check out the large selection of vacation rentals in Palo Alto including homes with full kitchens, living rooms, and high speed internet. Whether you're traveling with friends and family or as a couple, you're sure to find the perfect vacation rental in Palo Alto.

Best Time to Visit Palo Alto

The best time to visit Palo Alto is in September or October when the weather is warm, but not muggy and with little to no rainfall, and average temperatures reaching 75 degrees. During summer, temperatures are the same but with much more humidity. Across the rest of the year, temperatures never fall below 55 degrees, and springtime sees the most rain.

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Price and Availability in Palo Alto

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The cheapest day to stay at a vacation rental in Palo Alto tends to be Saturday, while the most expensive day tends to be Tuesday. Vacation homes in Palo Alto tend to be busiest on Tuesdays, while it tends to be much quieter on Saturdays.
The most expensive month to stay in a vacation rental in Palo Alto is in February, while the cheapest month is in May. The most popular time to book a vacation rental in Palo Alto is in the high season in July. Palo Alto has its low season in December, when less people are visiting and the vacation home occupancy rate drops.
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The Weather in Palo Alto

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This climate histogram shows you the weather patterns in Palo Alto. The warmest months in Palo Alto are April and July, when temperatures reach 111 ˚F. The coolest month is November, when temperatures drop to 26 ˚F. The wettest month in Palo Alto is January with 7.2 inches of rain, while the driest month is November with 0.04 inches of rain.

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Vacation Rentals in Palo Alto

Pick the perfect rental for your trip at AllTheRooms.com. We aggregate Airbnb, Priceline, Agoda and more. AllTheRooms has 835 vacation rentals, hotels and other great places to stay during your time in Palo Alto, with everything from inexpensive hostels and homestays to luxury Airbnbs and hotels. When traveling on a budget, the most economical place to stay in Palo Alto is available at $10 per night. A typical vacation rental in Palo Alto costs on average $265 a night.

Those needing to get some work finished during their trip to Palo Alto can pick from 532 places to stay that provide WiFi. 52 places to stay include a morning meal. Fitness fanatics can get a workout in during their stay by choosing from 35 accommodations that have gym facilities. Driving to Palo Alto? Then choose one of the 481 places to stay that comes with a parking spot included. We track 48 hotels and vacation rentals that have a pool or jacuzzi.

Those traveling with a dog, cat or some other animal can stay in one of 46 accommodations that are designated as pet-friendly.

AllTheRooms aggregates vacation rentals, hotels and other bespoke accommodation types from many providers in Palo Alto, including 522 places to stay from Airbnb, 15 accommodations from Priceline and 6 places to stay from Agoda

560 of our rentals in Palo Alto have been reviewed by previous guests. They rated 67% as excellent or good. 236 accommodations allow instant booking.

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