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What to do in Menlo Park

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Bedwell Bayfront Park

5/5(5 reviews)

Bedwell Bayfront Park is just one of the places to see in Menlo Park, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Facebook Campus

4/5(33 reviews)

After visiting Facebook Campus, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory

After visiting SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Allied Arts Guild

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Allied Arts Guild in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Sunset Headquarters and Gardens

After visiting Sunset Headquarters and Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Portola Art Gallery

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Portola Art Gallery during your trip to Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Kepler's Books

Enjoy an outing to Kepler's Books during your stay in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

United States Geological Survey

After visiting United States Geological Survey, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Menlo Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Music@Menlo

You can enjoy a show at Music@Menlo during your stay in Atherton. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Where to stay in Menlo Park

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Downtown Menlo Park

When in Downtown Menlo Park, you can plan a visit to Stanford Shopping Center and Allied Arts Guild, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Allied Arts

While Allied Arts isn't home to many top sights, Stanford Shopping Center and Allied Arts Guild are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sharon Heights

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sharon Heights and surrounding area, you can visit SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and Horse Park at Woodside.

North Fair Oaks

When in North Fair Oaks, you can plan a visit to The Foundry and Fox Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Fair Oaks

While Fair Oaks might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Foundry and Woodside Central Shopping Center.

Popular day trips from Menlo Park

Panoramic view of the Peninsula on a cloudy day; view towards Los Altos, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Silicon Valley and Dumbarton Bridge and San Francisco in the background, San Francisco bay, California

Atherton

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Redwood City

San Francisco

Sunset through Guardian Oak tree on the Dish Trail

Portola Valley

Frequently asked questions

Is Menlo Park worth visiting?

From retail therapy to outdoor activities and history, there are loads of great things to do in Menlo Park. Make sure to enjoy the area's mix of unmissable sights, culture and local charm.

How do I spend a day in Menlo Park?

After you've checked off key attractions like Hiller Aviation Museum and Los Altos History Museum, spend some time discovering Menlo Park's shopping and food scene.

What is the top tourist attraction in Menlo Park?

The top tourist attraction in Menlo Park is Shoreline Amphitheatre, so don't forget to include it on your agenda.

Is three days enough to stay in Menlo Park?

You can easily tick off top attractions like Shoreline Amphitheatre, Hiller Aviation Museum and Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo with a three-day break in Menlo Park. On average, most travelers plan three days here. There's plenty to do and see nearby too, so stay a while longer and check out San Francisco.

Is Menlo Park a walkable city?

It depends on what you plan to do and see in Menlo Park. Several top attractions, like Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll around some of Menlo Park's best neighborhoods, University South is 2 kilometers away from downtown, while Downtown Menlo Park is 0.32 kilometers away from the city center and also within walking distance.

What are some activities to do in Menlo Park with kids?

Whether you're vacationing with young explorers or adventure-seeking teens, an itinerary filled with cool activities makes all the difference. Take a look at our ideas for what to do in Menlo Park with kids.

What to do in Menlo Park for adults?

Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food connoisseur or thrill seeker, there are plenty of things to do in Menlo Park for adults including Thomas Fogarty Winery and Computer History Museum.

Are there free things to do in Menlo Park?

In Menlo Park, Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo is a popular spot for anyone wishing to experience the city without opening their wallet. Also, wander around the parks and other neighborhoods, and speak with a local tour guide. It's a good way to discover the best free things to do in Menlo Park.