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Nina Chuang (Class of 23) Standing in front of posters stating ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ is the #4 Public University in the Nation

Silicon Valley's Public University

San José State University is situated in the heart of the world's innovation and technology capital. Through dynamic, forward-facing teaching, research and a heritage of producing leaders across all industries, ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ prepares students to enter the global workforce with a background and depth of experiences like no other. Explore what education in the heart of Silicon Valley can mean for you or your student.

Explore ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ

ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ Welcome Center

Welcome Center

The Welcome Center is located inside the Diaz Compean Student Union and is a good place to start for all first-time visitors.

Students socializing on the 7th Street Paseo

ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ Loves SJ

Find out more about San José State University's close collaboration and integration with the City of San José.

Campus Tour

From events to supportive services, and whether you're joining us on campus or virtually, we welcome new Spartans to Discover ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ!

Stylized icons of ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ campus landmarks

Discover all San José State University campuses with a brand-new engaging and interactive campus map.

Getting Around

VTA light rail vehicle near ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ

Public Transit

As the CSU's only urbanized, downtown campus ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ benefits from the densest concentration of public transportation in Silicon Valley linking us with the entire Bay Area. Learn how to get to ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ and get around.

ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ Parking Garage

Parking

While ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ benefits from the densest concentration of public transit in Silicon Valley, with over a dozen bus lines and light rail, there are three campus parking garages and street parking for students, faculty and staff members, and visitors. Parking permits are required.

Park and Ride Shuttle

South Campus Shuttle

Campus parking garages fill up daily by 10 a.m. Park at the South Campus Garage at 1278 South 10th Street and take the free, frequent shuttle to Duncan Hall on the southern edge of campus. The shuttle runs Mondays to Thursdays during the academic year from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

San José: A Global Destination

Aerial view of the ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ campus and the wider San Jose area

California's third-largest city is home to over a million people, dozens of neighborhoods and parks, unrivaled diversity and proximity to the outdoors, and endless opportunities for fun and excitement.

Students walking past San Pedro Square's entrance in downtown San Jose.

Find your fun and your next activity in the vibrant heart of San José - minutes away from ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ by foot, bike and car.

ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ banners along the Paseo de San Antonio

Check out the latest events, dining and retail listings and things to do with information from the San José Downtown Association.

Visitor Information

Airplane flying over Spartan Village on the Paseo

The closest airport to ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ is San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) - a 10-15 minute drive to the main campus and downtown.

Students in a dormitory room at Campus Village.

Find short-term lodging in the downtown area, nearest ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ.

Light rail vehicle in downtown San Jose.

Situated in the heart of downtown, ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ benefits from being the core for all public transit in Santa Clara County and close proximity to freeways.

What to Do

Dining table arrangement.

Eat at one of downtown's many restaurants with options from a variety of cuisines including establishments featured in the Michelin Guide.

A person shopping from a small business craft vendor in downtown San Jose.

Shop local at one of downtown's several small businesses. From clothing to art to souvenirs, get all your retail needs met in the heart of San José.

Dance performer in downtown.

Experience downtown's year-round vibrancy with musical performances and festivals, comedy shows, street events and markets, and nightlife.

Local Attractions

Alum Rock Park Eagle Pass overlook

Located approximately seven miles east of campus at the edge of San José, Alum Rock Park boasts over 700 acres of rugged terrain, open park space for social gathering and recreation, and hiking trails. Explore all of San José's parks and trails

Children's Discovery Museum in San Jose.

Located on the western side of downtown, the Discovery Museum offers fun, engaging and interactive learning experiences for the whole family.

Public gathering at History San Jose in Kelley Park

History San José is a cultural institution providing immersive educational experiences in and near downtown San José. Visit the interactive period recreation of early San José at History Park, tour the stunning grounds of the Japanese Friendship Garden, and bring the kids to the Happy Hollow Zoo all in Kelley Park, to the east of ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ's South Campus.

Obon festival at Japantown

Japantown, one of only three remaining in the United States, is a center for Japanese-American culture and heritage located several blocks north of the ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ main campus.

Convention center

The San José Tom McEnery Convention Center sits in the center of Downtown and boasts hundreds of varied events a year including Fanime, the Silicon Valley Auto Show, Silicon Valley Comic Con, annual tech conferences, and makers and crafts fairs, meetings and tradeshows.

San José Museum of Art

The San José Museum of Art displays modern and contemporary art exhibitions in addition to a permanent collection. Located blocks from the main ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ campus, SJMA offers year-round entertainment for visitors and locals.

Egyptian Museum in San Jose

The Egyptian Museum is an instutition devoted to the study and culture of Ancient Egyptian art, culture and society in the Rose Garden neighborhood near downtown San José.

Santana Row in San Jose

Santana Row is San José's premiere shopping, dining, and lifestyle hub located approximately five miles west of ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ and easily accessible via VTA bus lines.

Winchester Mystery House

This spooky history-themed mansion was once the personal residence of Sarah Winchester, widow and heiress of the Winchester Repeating Arms Company, producers of the "Gun That Won the West". The mansion is located across from Santana Row in west San José.

Performing Arts

Hammer Theater Center

The Susan and Phil Hammer Theater Center, owned by the City of San José and operated by ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ, hosts a variety of events by ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ and performing arts shows and exhibitions open to the community.

California Theater

The California Theater is a performing arts venue in the SoFA (South First Area) District of downtown San José that regularly hosts Opera San José, Symphony San José, and film screenings like Cinequest Film Festival.

Center for Performing Arts

The Center for Performing Arts in the western side of downtown hosts stage productions and Broadway shows.

San José Civic Theater

The San José Civic adjacent to the Plaza de Cesar Chavez park in downtown San José hosts musical performances and touring performance shows.

San Jose Improv Theater

The San José Improv in downtown San José, a few blocks west of ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ, hosts touring comedy acts and shows and community events.

Sports

Bay Football Club at Paypal Park.

Bay FC is the Bay Area's first National Women's Soccer League club that plays at PayPal Park in San José. Co-founded by San José natives and former professional athletes two-time FIFA World Cup Champion Brandi Chastain, Aly Wagner and Danielle Slaton.

ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ night at Levi's Stadium.

Levi's Stadium is a National Football League stadium home to the San Francisco 49ers and other sporting and music events located approximately 10 miles northwest of ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ. Get to Levi's Stadium via VTA light rail Green and Blue lines.

San José Barracuda

The San José Barracuda are an American Hockey League (AHL) team affiliated with the NHL San José Sharks. The Barracuda play at Tech CU Arena near ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ's South Campus.

San José Earthquakes fans at a match.

The San Jose Earthquakes are an American professional soccer team based in San José that competes as a member of the Western Conference of Major League Soccer. The Earthquakes play at Paypal Park, located approximately three miles northwest of ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ.

ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ shuttle at San Jose Giants ballpark

The San José Giants are a minor league baseball Class A-Advanced affiliated with the MLB San Francisco Giants. The SJ Giants play at Excite Ballpark next to ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ's South Campus.

ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ Marching Band at SAP Center

The SAP Center is home to the San José Sharks, a National Hockey League team, and music and performance arts events throughout the year. SAP Center is located on the western edge of downtown, approximately 10 minutes from ÎÞÓǶÌÊÓÆµ.