Sunnyvale Travel Guide

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Hotels  

Wild Palms Hotel

 1 Review and 197 Opinions

Comfort Inn Silicon Valley

 1 Review and 10 Opinions  I enjoyed my hotel stay at this Comfort Inn very much. The bed was very comfortable and the room... 

Restaurants  

Tao Tao: Legendary & Reliable Chinese

Tao Tao: Legendary & Reliable Chinese, Sunnyvale

 jumpingwithnorman Says:  Tao Tao is one of those dining institutions that have been around for centuries.... They did remodel several years back so their dining room looks pretty good. We usually eat here almost every week or so as it's one of those favorites that the whole family enjoys. Service is... 

Udupi Palace: Crisp vadai

Udupi Palace: Crisp vadai, Sunnyvale

 alycat Says:  I am no connoisseur of South Indian food but I have eaten the cuisine at some of the most authentic restaurants, homes, back in South India, in rural villages, hamlets, and that taste and flavor is going to stay with me all my life.No wonder I try and search for that same... 

Saravana Bhavan: The Best South Indian Food in the South Bay

Saravana Bhavan: The Best South Indian Food in the South Bay, Sunnyvale

 supune Says:  This place is legendary. It seems everyone knows about this place as THE place to go for South Asian Food in the bay area. Even my neighbors in Los Angeles recommend it. If you like South Indian food, this will probably be your favorite spot. The food is very authentic.... 

Hardy's Bavaria: Hardy's denied me service!

Hardy's Bavaria: Hardy's denied me service!, Sunnyvale

 Marifaith Says:  Hardy's was my favorite restaurant ever since I can remember (at least 10 years). I've been going there for all my birthdays, celebrations, ect; spending at least $80 for two people at dinner, and $25 takeout for myself during my visits. The staff know my parents by name due... 

Seto Japanese Cuisine: Convenient Japanese Food

Seto Japanese Cuisine: Convenient Japanese Food, Sunnyvale

 Mark_12 Says:  The restaurant offers regular seating as well as screened rooms where you sit on the floor. It also has a sushi bar. The screened rooms are good for group dinners.I have eaten here for lunch and dinner and the service and food have always been fine.The restaurant has parking... 

Taxis: The burgers are really good!

Taxis: The burgers are really good!, Sunnyvale

 sabe Says:  Fifties diner style restaurant. Burgers, caesar salad, good stuff! 

Burrito Real: Make Your Own Burrito

Burrito Real: Make Your Own Burrito, Sunnyvale

 amberz Says:  If you like Mexican food, you gotta try this! It's almost buffet style, but they make it for you.1) Tell them what size burrito you want. Chico, Regular or Super2) What kind of meat (if any)? LOTS of selection.3) What kind of rice? Spanish, white, brown?4) What kind of... 

Hobees: Great American Food!

Hobees: Great American Food!, Sunnyvale

 amberz Says:  Down home feel. Comfy. They have great food. Many choices. Flavored teas - salad bar - great breakfast choices - vegetarian choices - fruit smoothies - quesadillas - hash browns - vegetarian chili - lots of good stuff. The staff is really friendly. Great service. The manager... 

Transportation  

From SFO (San Francisco...

From SFO (San Francisco..., Sunnyvale

 Marratu Says:  From SFO (San Francisco International): Get on 101 South, and drive for approximately 40 minutes until you see the exit sign for Highway 85 South. Take 85 South, then take the ElCamino exit. Right after you pass the first stoplight, you'll be on the eastern border of... 

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Local Customs  

People drive WAY FAST HERE. ...

People drive WAY FAST HERE. ..., Sunnyvale

 Marratu Says:  People drive WAY FAST HERE. Figure approximately 75 mph on the freeways, and up to 45 mph on the large city streets. And, people WILL try to tailgate if they think you're driving too slow. Most folks are somewhat preoccupied with their lives, but if you offer up a sunny... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Always Lock Your Car. Even in...

Always Lock Your Car. Even in..., Sunnyvale

 Marratu Says:  Always Lock Your Car. Even in the driveway of a friend's house. We don't keep ANYTHING unlocked around here; it walks off.There are a lot of nutty drivers around here, particularly when it comes to red lights. After a light turns green for you, wait an extra second or two to... 

Tourist Traps  

Great America. If you're into...

Great America. If you're into..., Sunnyvale

 Marratu Says:  Great America. If you're into rollercoasters, this can be fun....but the park is looking a tad run down, and the lines for the rides are insane. I once stood in line for an HOUR for a thirty second ride. Your best bet is to find a cold, overcast and slightly drizzly... 

What to Pack  

Packing List

Packing List, Sunnyvale

 Marratu Says:   While this is California, Sunnyvale can be unseasonably cold even in summer. Anytime you travel to the San Francisco Bay, make sure you bring at least a sweatshirt or windbreaker with you....you're likely to need it at some point. Other than that, we're very temperate... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Browse Handmade Items (mostly country)

Browse Handmade Items (mostly country), Sunnyvale

 amberz Says:  If you like to browse or shop for handmade items - especially country items, visit The Cranberry Hill Mercantile on El Camino in Sunnyvale. Cross street is Mary Ave.1014 W. El Camino RealTeddybears, jewelry, wood items, more! 

Even some of the long-time...

Even some of the long-time..., Sunnyvale

 Marratu Says:  Even some of the long-time locals don't know about this one: CJ Olson's Cherry Stand. Before Silicon Valley earned its moniker, the ENTIRE San Jose corridor was once nothing but cherry trees as far as the eye can see, and most of them belonged to CJ Olson. Most of these... 

Favorites  

phnoh's General Tip

phnoh's General Tip, Sunnyvale

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There is an AWESOME bike path...

There is an AWESOME bike path..., Sunnyvale

 Marratu Says:  There is an AWESOME bike path that runs from Alma and 85 all the way out to Shoreline. From Shoreline you should be able to bike all the way into Palo Alto! The easiest way to get to this path:* From El Camino and Americana way, go LEFT onto Rainbow.* When Rainbow dead-ends,... 

The Place

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The People

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 Beaches, snow skiing, rock climbing in desert... - all within a few hours away. I love Sunnyvale, you can do almost anything here. Wonderful beaches are within 45 min to 1 hour away. Lake Tahoe and snow skiing are 4 1/2 hours away. Rock climbing in... 

139 members live in Sunnyvale

 

Questions and Answers

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Q:  When I visited Sunnyvale several years ago, I was brought to this colossal statue of the Virgin Mary in stainless steel. It was so... 

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A: See http://www.rc.net/sanjose/shrnolp/aboutsa.htm It looks like it's in Santa Clara, just down the road from Sunnyvale. Bill 

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Sunnyvale - In the Heart of Sillicon valley

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 Sunnyvale is a city on the San Francisco peninsula and is in the heart of Silicon Valley. There's not much to see or do here but it's a pleasant place to live. Sunnyvale is closer to San Jose than it... 

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Marratu's Sunnyvale Page

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 Sunnyvale is bordered by Mt. View to the west, and Santa Clara to the east. I live right on the border of Sunnyvale and Mt. View, so I may refer to places in the westmost areas of Mt. View. My biggest... 

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Sunnyvale!

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 Sunnyvale is small but quite a nice place. I was visiting a friend of mine who lives there and for 2 and a half weeks in march it only rained once. ONCE! In march! It was pleasanly sunny the whole... 

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Heart of Silicon Valley

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Sunnyvale. I'd love to share with you the 1 tip I've written, the 2 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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San Jose Flea Market

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 ....this was an interesting place. I particularly enjoyed the fresh produce available from the vendors. I saw things I'm not used to seeing and some things I did not recognize at all or at least did... 

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