Why people love visiting lively Mountain View
Take a holiday to Mountain View and enjoy the area's live music, theatre scene and museums. Renowned for its mountain views, restaurants and beaches, this city welcomes all visitors. Levi's Stadium and Santana Row Shopping Center are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. Many of our holiday rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Activities and attractions in and around Mountain View
Are you hoping to find attractions to see during your stay? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes Mountain View a fun place to get away to. These are some of the most popular attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Tesla Motors (10.6 mi / 17.1 km)
- NASA Ames Research (2 mi / 3.2 km)
- Blackberry Farm Golf Course (4.9 mi / 7.9 km)
- Twin Creeks Sports Complex (4.9 mi / 7.9 km)
- California's Great America (6.2 mi / 9.9 km)
- Mountain Winery (8.8 mi / 14.1 km)
Exploring the mountains and other natural features in Mountain View
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, Mountain View is a great place to spend some time outside. Here are some of the area’s most enchanting features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- San Francisco Bay (24.9 mi / 40.1 km)
- Central Park (6.7 mi / 10.7 km)
- Horse Park at Woodside (8.6 mi / 13.8 km)
- San Jose Municipal Rose Garden (9.3 mi / 15 km)
- Hakone Gardens (9.5 mi / 15.3 km)
- Plaza de Cesar Chavez (11.3 mi / 18.2 km)
Seasonal weather in Mountain View
If you're planning a holiday around the weather, August, July, September and June are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 20°C.
Travelling to and around Mountain View
Fly into San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.), the closest airport, located 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you could book a flight to San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is 12.8 mi (20.6 km) away.
If you'd rather travel by train, make your way to Mountain View Station or San Antonio Station and explore the city from there. It's easy to get around Mountain View by jumping on the metro at Whisman Station, Middlefield Station or Bayshore NASA Station.