by Jessie Brewin Does your life remind a romantic comedy? If not, God, you need to change it! Otherwise, you risk missing all the wonderful moments of tears of happiness, fast heartbeat and dizzy feelings.
To save your life from turning into a snooze-fest, we collected the 10 fun things for couples to do in San Jose. All of them are good both for the first date and for the 100th one, so feel free to choose any.
1. Municipal Rose Garden
Roses are a symbol of love. This way, going to the place where there are thousands of them will be a nice idea.
The Rose Garden is a relaxing place, full of beauty and fragrances. Roam through the roses, take lovely photos. You are even allowed to have a picnic there, so bring a couple of snacks and coffee with you and enjoy each other’s company.
In spring and summer, it’s one of the most romantic places in San Jose – a must-visit for couples. By the way, this joy is absolutely free.
Good for: Couples, strolling, beauty admirers
Address: Dana Avenue & Naglee Avenue San Jose, California 95126
Working hours: Monday – Sunday: 8 a.m. – 1/2 an hour after sunset.
Phone: 408 794 7275
Website: https://www.sanjose.org/listings/municipal-rose-garden
2. Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum
Oh, Egypt, a land of gods and lost civilization! Though it’s too far away from San Jose, it doesn’t mean you can’t take a closer look at it. A collection of Egyptian and Assyrian artifacts, including mummies, will help you with it.
Read informative labels near the exponents and imagine yourself a part of an ancient civilization. There is an option to get a guided tour, as well.
We believe a date there is a good and rather modern idea. Make a note.
Good for: Couples, history lovers
Address: 1660 Park Ave (5,830.64 mi), San Jose, CA 95191
Working hours: Wednesday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Monday – Tuesday: Closed
Phone: 408 947 3635
Website: https://egyptianmuseum.org
3. Winchester Mystery House
The House tells the story of Sarah Lockwood Pardee Winchester, the widow of William Wirt Winchester and heiress to a large portion of the Winchester® Repeating Arms fortune.
You will love the quirky and strange features of this property and the history behind why these features exist. That will be a unique experience for both of you, even if you have been there before.
A tip: Watch the movie first, it’s called ‘Winchester’. The film stars gorgeous Helen Mirren as heiress Sarah Winchester.
Good for: Couples, history lovers, mystery lovers
Address: 525 S Winchester Blvd (5,832.14 mi), San Jose, CA 95128
Working hours: Wednesday – Sunday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Phone: 408 247 2000
4. Happy Hollow Park and Zoo
Visiting Happy Hollow Park and Zoo is one of the best fun date ideas San Jose offers.
The place is unique in its diversity: it includes the zoo, the nature park, puppet theater and the amusement park. Here you will have only positive experiences with nature combined with education and play.
A date there will take a couple of hours, so be prepared. And it’s better to reserve tickets prior to visiting.
P.S. Try Pacific Fruit Express.
Good for: Couples, nature lovers
Address: 748 Story Road (5,829.71 mi) San Jose, CA 95112
Working hours: Daily: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Phone: 408 794 6400
Website: https://happyhollow.org
5. Japanese Friendship Garden
A simple walk can become one of the best things for couples to do in San Jose if it’s taken in Japanese Friendship Garden. The place is amazing: beautiful and tranquil. Watch koi in the pond, they say it brings peace of mind. Here, you can fully relax, enjoy your conversation. That’s why having a little stroll there is one of the coolest things to do in San Jose on a date.
Make sure you and your date wear comfortable shoes.
Good for: Couples, strolling, nature lovers
Address: Japanese Friendship Garden, San Jose, California 95112
Working hours: 24/7
Phone: 408 794 7275
Website: https://www.sanjose.org/listings/japanese-friendship-garden
6. Almaden Quicksilver County Park
If you are fans of hiking and biking, this option will appeal to you: picturesque scenery plus rather challenging trails. A date there can turn into an exciting adventure.
- The park is the site of over 135 years of mining. So you will see the remnants of the past.
- There are a lot of picnic tables across the park where you can have a rest and a snack.
- And how beautiful this park is in early spring when the wildflowers start to bloom.
Good for: Couples, hiking, strolling
Address: Almaden Quicksilver County Park, 21785 Almaden Rd San Jose, CA 95120
Working hours: 24/7
Phone: 408 268 3883
Website: https://www.sccgov.org/sites/parks/parkfinder/pages/almadenpark.aspx
7. Los Gatos Creek Trail
The trail is long, so take your bikes. Choose this trail if you want to get out of the city, far from crowds. You will be impressed by the scenery and peacefulness of this place.
Reach the lake, it’s so lovely. Have a picnic nearby while talking about everything. Don’t forget to take your camera with you – there will be something worth capturing, for sure.
The place can get crowded on weekends, so come early.
Good for: Couples, biking, hiking
Address: Los Gatos Creek County Park 1250 Dell Ave Campbell, CA 95008
Working hours: 8 a.m. – Sunset
Phone: 408 355 2375
Website: https://www.losgatosca.gov/907/Los-Gatos-Creek-Trail
8. San Jose Museum of Art
Though the museum is temporarily closed to the public due to pandemic restrictions, we can’t help but add it to the list of best dating ideas in San Jose. We’re sure it will be reopened soon.
The museum is not so big – you can see all the exhibitions in two hours or so. You will see pieces of art reflecting the diverse cultures and innovative spirit of Silicon Valley.
Continue the date at Original Joe’s San Jose. It’s a 3-minute walk from the museum.
At the end of the date, you will be full of new knowledge, new emotions and quality food. Enjoy!
Good for: Couples, art connoisseurs
Address: 110 S Market St, San Jose, CA 95113-2383
Working hours: Friday–Sunday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Phone: 408 271 6840
Website: https://sjmusart.org
9. The Tech Interactive
Guys, even if you are far from science, visiting this place will be fun. It’s a family-friendly science and technology center with a hands-on approach – you certainly won’t get bored interacting with exponents.
There are lots of interesting exhibits for adults, but also plenty for kids. So be ready to see a lot of kids there.
The museum is also temporarily closed but offers virtual activities. But we highly recommend waiting till it’s reopened.
Good for: Couples, sciences fans
Address: 201 S Market St, San Jose, CA 95113-2008
Working hours: Sunday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Phone: 408 294 8324
Website: https://www.thetech.org
10. Santana Row
Couples love this fancy place. It’s about fashion and energy. There are a lot of shops, beauty and spa salons, eateries and bars. All lights up during Thanksgiving and Christmas – you’ll feel that very charming vibe.
Just walk around, talk about some sweet nothings, drop in a café for a cup of delicious coffee and a blueberry pie. Play a little game: buy little gifts for each other, not pricey ones, but let it be a surprise.
Good for: Couples, shopping, strolling
Address: 377 Santana Row, San Jose, CA 95128
Working hours: Daily: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Phone: 408 551 4611
Website: http://www.santanarow.com
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It is just a dozen romantic places in San Jose. There are many more, suggest a couple of your favs in the comments below!
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