If you’re lucky enough to have scored tickets to Super Bowl LX 2026 at Levi’s Stadium, congrats. You’re about to experience one of the most misunderstood corners of California. This isn’t LA. This isn’t “San Francisco, but cheaper.” This is Silicon Valley, aka the South Bay—home of nerds, artists, small businesses, surprise microclimates, & 13 wildly different cities coming together as one metro area for the big game. And this is your insider’s guide, timed for the Super Bowl and possibly helpful for the FIFA World Cup tourists too. Expect real talk, myth-busting, and deeply biased opinions from these two locals who’ve survived rush hour, tech bros, and BART expansions…
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Mount Umunhum & The Tower of Doom, San Jose, CA
What is that ominous-looking cube on the mountain in South San Jose? Perched atop Mount Umunhum (pronounced: oom-un-hum), a mysterious concrete cube stands watch, overlooking Silicon Valley. If you’ve ever wondered about the “Tower of Doom” as we’ve been lovingly calling it, you’re not alone. Locals also refer to it as “the Cube” or “the Box”. But whatever you want to call it, we were determined to see what it was! After a little snooping around, we found the road that leads to the site, so we hopped in the car and ventured to the summit of Mount Umunhum to uncover its mysterious secret. What to see once you’re on…
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Escape to Uvas Canyon Park: Hiking & Chasing Waterfalls near San Jose
Tucked within the eastern foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Uvas Canyon Park is a serene sanctuary just a stone’s throw away from bustling San Jose. As you embark on this picturesque journey, driving along a charming country road amidst rolling hills and sprawling valleys, you’ll instantly feel miles away from the fast-paced hustle of Silicon Valley. Uvas Canyon Park is one of our favorite destinations in the Bay Area to relax and recharge, especially after a rainstorm when the waterfalls are at their most dramatic. What? Waterfall hiking trails in the Bay Area? Yes! 😊 Join us to discover its natural beauty! Why Uvas Canyon Park is Worth Visiting…
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Alum Rock Park: Outdoor Adventures in San Francisco Bay Area
Alum Rock Park in San Jose, California is one of our recent outdoor adventures we’d love to share with you. Can’t believe we’ve lived in the SF Bay Area for years, and this was our first visit! Don’t make our mistake. If you are near San Jose and looking for a beautiful hike in a historical setting, Alum Rock Park is a great place to start. Alum Rock Park History and Curiosities Founded in 1872, Alum Rock Park is the oldest municipal park in the entire state of California! Modeled after European spa retreats, the park boasted close to 30 mineral hot springs, baths, pavilions, Tea House, and even a…
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San Jose Rose Garden: Outdoor Adventures in San Francisco Bay Area
San Jose Municipal Rose Garden, voted “America’s Best Rose Garden”, is one of the most popular urban outdoor places for visitors and residents alike. Nestled on the corner of Naglee and Dana avenues, it’s just a couple of minutes away from the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum. There, now you have a whole day planned! 😊 We love visiting the garden, whether it’s for a relaxing stroll along the rows of rose bushes (over 3,500 of them with 189 varieties!), have a picnic or kick off the ol’ shoes and enjoy a book on the lush grass lawns. If you’re lucky, you might even get a chance to observe a wedding by…
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Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum — San Jose, California
Remember when you were young, dreaming of being a great adventurer or archeologist like Indiana Jones or Lara Croft? Has Egypt, with its ancient mysteries and culture, always intrigued you? Well, if you’ve answered “Yes” to the above questions and happen to be in San Jose, California – you must visit the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and Park. This magnificent educational complex is located in the beautiful Rose Garden district of San Jose. It is one of our treasured unique landmarks, that is home to the Egyptian Museum, Planetarium, Labyrinth, Library, and soon to be added Alchemy Museum! The Egyptian Museum and Tomb Expedition The Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum exhibits over 4,000…
