Sunnyvale Travel Guide

Sunnyvale is a large city located in the Santa Clara County in California. It's also one of the largest cities in the San Francisco Bay Area and is close to many wonderful cities such as Palo Alto, Mountain View and San Jose which are equally popular for hiking and sightseeing.

Sunnyvale has a long history for the U.S. as the Santa Clara area was occupied during the 1770s -- meaning there are plenty of museums and interesting architecture to learn about when in town. Sunnyvale boasts a wide range of things to do, places to explore, and tasty foods to try.

Things to Do in Sunnyvale

Sunnyvale has plenty of things to do for visitors, including parks, trails, and museums. Everyone can find something great to do here!

Baylands Park is a must-see in town, perfect for sunny days spent having a picnic while the kids enjoy the playground. There are also soccer fields and tennis courts for visitors to use in the park. Elsewhere, Las Palmas Park is great for an afternoon stroll, and is home to a few food trucks to grab something to eat along the way.

For the fashionistas of your group, check out the Lace Museum -- a speciality museum where visitors can see the process of lace-making throughout the years. Visitors can also take part in classes to craft lace themselves!

If you are traveling without kids, devote a few hours to one of the countryside wineries where you can sample the local wines and see the grape to bottle process. Afterwards, take the historical walk along Murphy Avenue which is lined by huge trees and old buildings, creating a picturesque scene. There are additionally great bars and restaurants to try out here if you work up an appetite.

There's a range of cities close by to Sunnyvale for a great day trip, such as San Francisco, San Jose, and Mountain View -- simply pack up the car and head out for another adventure. If you hope to head to Santa Clara, make sure California’s Great America is on your itinerary, the amusement park stretches over 100 acres and is super fun.

Best Places to Stay in Sunnyvale

The best areas to stay in Sunnyvale are the districts closest to the harbor or to Murphy Avenue because they are within walking distance to cafes and shops, and have beautiful views. Vacation rentals in Sunnyvale are very popular so if you are looking for a house or an apartment, be sure to book in advance. For large groups, plenty of vacation house rentals come with full kitchens and many bedrooms, while for small groups and couples, there are cozy condos and stylish apartments available.

Best Time to Visit Sunnyvale

The best time to visit Sunnyvale is September for the best weather. That said, there is no big difference in the temperature throughout the year, as it never drops below 60 degrees. From June to October the average temperature is 75 degrees and there's lots of sunshine.