Big reveal – it’s actually called Santa Clara Valley. However, if you really think about the proximity to world changing technological innovation here, one might start concocting some type of alien conspiracy theories about the air or soil within Silicon Valley. Here’s your top tech celebs all in one tour.

From Memorial Church’s iconic stained glass, a Rodin Sculpture Garden and panoramic view of Hoover tower including the Stanford Linear Accelerator (SLAC) for those Oppenheimer fans, Stanford University is a unique history, tech and science tour rolled into an afternoon. With its distinctive sandstone-walled buildings crowned with red roof tiles, covered arcades, burbling fountains and native oak-lined pathways, the Stanford University campus is a lovely locale to explore on foot or by bike. Take a self-guided architectural tour to learn about the Richardsonian Romanesque architecture or explore the campus’ many gardens. While you’re on campus, don’t miss the always-free Cantor Arts Center, home to almost 42, 000 works of art, an outdoor Auguste Rodin sculpture garden and Richard Serra’s massive steel Sequence sculpture (on long-term view).

Despite nearby companies offering free meals, both locations (one near Googleplex, one near Stanford University) of Zareen’s is a popular choice among tech workers seeking tasty Pakistani and Indian cuisine. The restaurant's proximity and quality offerings have made it a staple in the tech dining scene.

At the Google Visitor Experience Center you can expect to see a variety of cutting-edge tech innovations that reflect Google’s leadership in AI, hardware, and digital ecosystems. This includes a history of Google and developments in technology, interactive tech exhibits showcasing AI and quantum computing, and more; a showcase of pixel devices, nest smart home and AR/VR Tech; sustainability tools, a creativity zone for the kids. The center also often includes a Google Store, a café, and areas designed for exploration and learning.

Want to know how the Silicon Valley went from being known for its lemon and orange groves to becoming a hub for technological innovation? Stop in at the Computer History Museum. Innovations from the past 2000 years are on display or take a stab at being a hacker in the demo lab where an IBM 1401 mainframe awaits your challenge. The Computer History Museum in San Jose showcases the evolution of computing, from ancient tools to modern technology. It features interactive exhibits, rare artifacts like the ENIAC and early Apple computers, and insightful stories about tech pioneers. A must-visit for anyone curious about technology’s transformative journey through time.

Situated in Woodside a short drive from major tech companies like Apple, Google, and Facebook, this Michelin star eatery is a popular spot for techies to celebrate the big wins as well as splurge on the ultimate power lunch.

The Rosewood has been the hub of mixing innovation with VC funding for over a decade, get your google glasses out so you can ID all of the techie luminaries (that sounds kinda creepy, so you didn't hear it from us). Set between two golf courses on 16 acres in Menlo Park, this expansive property is as good as it gets in the South Bay and Peninsula. Dining is at Michelin-starred Madera; The Library & Bar is a sophisticated place to gather; Sense is the serene spa with garden and mountain views; Alex Chase is the in-house beauty salon. An outdoor heated pool and whirlpool surrounded by olive trees provides another oasis for guests. TIP: Get some fresh air — all 121 guest rooms and suites have private balconies or terraces, and some have a fireplace as well.

While you can’t go to the “ring” at Apple Park unless you have an official business appointment, you can bask in the brand’s glow at the Apple Park Visitor center, an architectural extension of the private campus that’s open to the public. Besides shopping for Apple products in the store, visitors can purchase special branded merch, view the interactive AI exhibit (a full-scale model of the campus that can be “toured” via iPads provided by the staff), and enjoy a beverage and snack at the Apple Café. Head to the roof deck atop the building for a glimpse of the campus’ circular “groundscraper” designed by Norman Foster.

Situated in Santana Row—a prominent mixed-use development in Silicon Valley—Meso is adjacent to major tech companies like Splunk and NetApp. Understanding the need for their clientele to not linger, Meso introduced the "Rapid Lunch Combo," to keep techies on the move. Created by Bay Area celebrity chef, Roland Passot, the menu is locally inspired and globally spiced.

Located near the heart of Silicon Valley, close to companies like Apple, Google, and various startups. Its no frills (but tasty menu) convenient location has made it a popular lunch stop for engineers, designers, and tech workers for decades. Get a selfie in front of the vibrant mural that depicts many of the valley’s major historical milestones.

Santana Row is a Mediterranean-style district in San Jose, blending upscale shopping, diverse dining, and luxury living. Spanning 42 acres, it features over 50 shops, 30 restaurants, a boutique hotel, and a movie theater. Known as Silicon Valley's "Rodeo Drive," it's a premier destination for leisure and lifestyle.

Formerly the Tech Museum of Innovation, this family-friendly science and technology center offers hands-on activities, labs and “design challenge experiences” with the goal of motivating the next generation of innovators through creativity and curiosity. The Tech is housed in a 132,000-square-foot facility that is a downtown San Jose landmark and includes an IMAX theater. Exhibits include Social Robot stations for building and programming your own robot, and the popular Body World Decoded, which displays eight plastinated bodies and more than 60 anatomical specimens.