There are tons of things to do in the Bay Area and the Stanford Park Hotel is right in the heart of good food and great places to visit. Please see below for links to spots to grab a bite as well as some fun places to see while you're in town.
THINGS TO DO
STANFORD UNIVERSITY
Stanford University is, well, you've all heard of it. It's historic architecture dates back to 1891 and the Memorial Church is one of the more particularly beautiful spots on the campus that honors all denominations and faiths.
The Cantor Arts Center (an outdoor sculpture garden) houses one of the largest collections of work by Auguste Rodin outside of Paris.
www.stanford.edu/dept/visitorinfo/
Stanford
University is recognized as one of the world's foremost research and
teaching institutions. We can arrange a guided tour of the campus to
view historic architecture dating back to 1891 and to experience its
storied history. The Stanford campus offers a wealth of sightseeing
opportunities including:
- Memorial Church and the Stanford Quad
- Palm Drive and the Oval
- Hoover Tower Observation Platform
- The Stanford Cardinal Athletic Facilities and Hall of Fame
Stanford
University is recognized as one of the world's foremost research and
teaching institutions. We can arrange a guided tour of the campus to
view historic architecture dating back to 1891 and to experience its
storied history. The Stanford campus offers a wealth of sightseeing
opportunities including:
- Memorial Church and the Stanford Quad
- Palm Drive and the Oval
- Hoover Tower Observation Platform
- The Stanford Cardinal Athletic Facilities and Hall of Fame
STANFORD SHOPPING CENTER
In case you forgot something or just need a little retail therapy, the Stanford Mall has everything from high end retail stores to yummy spots to eat (they actually have great food options here and the cafe at Neiman Marcus is really good!!) and is within walking distance of the Stanford Park Hotel.
www.simon.com/mall/stanford-shopping-center
HIKING & OUTDOOR RUNNING TRAILS
The Dish, a radiotelescope that's still in use, is a landmark of sorts that you can spot from Highway 280. It also happens to be a great place to go for a hike/walk or a run with various loops totaling 3.3 miles, 5 miles or 7 miles and can get you some great views of the Bay Area. It's hilly! For more information, check out some directions and tips from the Stanford Running Club:
http://running.stanford.edu/Runs/Dish.htm
Wunderlich County Park is also a stunningly beautiful, wooded property with gorgeous hiking trails, views, and lots of horses. A lovely spot if it's hot out because there's lots of shade, too. One of Molly's favorite places to go for a run or hike.
http://www.bahiker.com/southbayhikes/wunderlich.html
Please note you'll need a car to get to both of those spots.
OLD MOVIES
Catch an old movie in a beautiful theatre at the Stanford Theatre in downtown Palo Alto. They still have an old wurlitzer organ that plays before every showing!
http://www.stanfordtheatre.org/
SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco is only a 40 minute drive north and there are more things than we can list on this site for you to do there. If you have any questions, email us at jonamollyc@gmail.com!
WHERE'S THE GRUB AT?
University Avenue in Palo Alto (walking distance from the hotel) is the main drag in town. There are tons of great places around to fill your tummies.
PENINSULA CREAMERY
Molly and Larkin clocked in quite a few hours at this classic establishment, eating french fries and milk shakes (mint chip is the best). Classic all American diner food and delicious burgers (and did we mention the milkshakes??). They've got 2 spots now:
PHILZ COFFEE
The best coffee. So good. So good. Also walkable from the hotel.
PLUTO'S
Pluto's is a great spot and isn't too spendy. Very casual, lots of fresh veggies, and a build-your-own meal kind of place.
SANCHO'S TAQUERIA
Great tacos and guacamole. Welcome to California, East Coasters, where we have yummy avacados aplenty!
http://sanchostaqueria.com/
STANFORD SHOPPING CENTER
The cafe at Neiman Marcus actually has great food and there are other options like Chipotle, Melt, Pressed Juicery, etc.
STANFORD SHOPPING CENTER
The cafe at Neiman Marcus actually has great food and there are other options like Chipotle, Melt, Pressed Juicery, etc.
More to come...