Plus, SJFD celebrates 170 years.
 
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🏙️ Consider us your tour guide
A group of people sit and pedal on a large motorized bike car — heading towards San Pedro Square Market.
Did you even visit San Jose if you didn’t hop on the Brew Bike? | Photo by Adrien Le Biavant
Whether you’re a lifelong San Josean longing to embrace your inner tourist, or you have a limited amount of time in the great 408, here are 15+ tours guaranteed to show you the sights you want to see.

Note: Price estimates are based on individual adult rates available at the time of publishing. Check each company’s website to see current pricing.

Eat and Drink

San Jose Brew Bike | $50/person
The perfect way to drink up San Jose’s nightlife — stop by local establishments like the Guildhouse, Dr. Funk, The Fountainhead Bar, O’Flaherty’s Irish Pub, The Old Wagon Saloon, and more.

Tommy John’s Wine and Brew Tours | Prices vary
Visit some lesser-known gems in the South Bay or Santa Cruz Mountains. Most tours offer 8-9 stops at historic wineries in the area.

An outdoor statue depicting two Black men on an Olympic winner's podium with fists raised in a Black Power salute.

Take a walking tour to discover the local connections to this historic protest at the 1968 Olympics.

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Photo via Wikimedia Commons

Art is all around

Public Art as Resistance in San José | Free
This curated walk shows 12 works of art that highlight our city’s historic movements + push to bring creative spaces to our urban core.

San Jose Museum of Art tours | Free
This docent-led tour takes you through new + ongoing exhibits, and invites you to participate in art-making activities where you’ll be provided paper, pencils, and clipboards.

Get ghosted

San Jose Ghosts Tour | $16-$25/person
Hear the stories of some of the most haunted places in San Jose which include the Sainte Claire Hotel, Park Avenue, and 65 Post Street.

Winchester Mystery House tours | Prices vary
Explore the famous mansion through a regular house tour, garden tour, or the more haunting “Walk With Spirits” tour.

Lick Observatory at night with a starry background.

Get a view unlike any other atop Mount Hamilton at Lick Observatory.

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Photo via @crhphotog

Outdoors + more

Alviso Boat Tours | Free
Take to the water to discover the region’s natural history and the inhabitants of the wetlands just north of San Jose — offered May-October.

Mount Hamilton Walking Tour | Free
Reach for the stars in this tour around Lick Observatory + get rewarded with some of the best views in the valley.
 
Asked
 
If you could design your dream city tour, which of the following features would you include?
A. Historic landmarks and iconic buildings
B. Local cuisine tastings
C. Street art and vibrant murals
D. Other
 
 
Events
 
Friday, Jan. 26
  • Don Friesen | Friday, Jan. 26-Sunday, Jan. 28 | Times vary | Rooster T. Feathers Comedy Club, 157 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale | $10 | This comedian is the only two-time winner in the 41-year history of the prestigious San Francisco International Comedy Competition.
  • Character Select | Friday, Jan. 26 | 8 p.m. | The Art Boutiki, 44 Race St., San Jose | $20-$25 | Enjoy a video game music showcase with this band that blends jazz with electronic music.
Saturday, Jan. 27
  • Vintage Market | Saturday, Jan. 27 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Garden at the Flea, 1590 Berryessa Rd., San Jose | Find vintage faves and unique treasures at Pop-Up SJ’s fair of 50+ thrift sellers, creatives, and collectors.
  • National Seed Swap Day | Saturday, Jan. 27 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | San Jose Library: Willow Glen Branch, 1157 Minnesota Ave., San Jose | Free | Collect + exchange a variety of seeds, while learning from Master Gardeners on how to save them.
  • Giants FanFest Tour | Saturday, Jan. 27 | 4-7 p.m. | San Pedro Square Market, 87 N. San Pedro St., San Jose | Free | Get ready for meet + greets, autograph signing, Q&A panels, merch, and more.
Sunday, Jan. 28
  • Paws and Play for Cats in Need | Sunday, Jan. 28 | 3-7 p.m. | San Jose Woman’s Club, 75 S. 11th St., San Jose | Free | Help support 13th Street Cat Rescue with a friendly game night — reservations are encouraged.
  • The Hennessy & Horchata Comedy Show | Sunday, Jan. 28 | 7-9 p.m. | Mexico Lindo Y Cantina, 11 Race St., San Jose | $17.85 | Enjoy a hilarious lineup of local comedians including Terrell “Big T” Butler + Jesus Cruz, hosted by DJ Frankie Robles.
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News Notes
 
Announced
  • Bay FC has announced its full schedule for its first season at PayPal Park. The inaugural home match is scheduled for Saturday, March 30, against Houston Dash. There will be 13 home games, with the final on Oct. 19. (The Mercury News)
Development
  • A 250-unit housing development is being eyed in north San Jose between Charcot Avenue + East Brokaw Road. The site is currently occupied by a six-story office building, and developers are weighing the options of demolition or redevelopment of the existing structure. (The Mercury News)
Legacy
  • A six-foot-tall bronze scultpure of Norman Y. Mineta was unveiled at San Jose Mineta Airport in a ceremony that included San Jose Taiko + tribute speeches from transportation officials. The statue now sits at baggage claim in Terminal B.
Arts
  • East San Jose resident Yosimar Reyes has been appointed as the Santa Clara County Poet Laureate for a two-year term. Reyes will work with SV Creates to promote poetry in local community spaces, like the upcoming National Poetry Month in April. (San Jose Inside)
Sports
  • Will the Bay’s football team secure a ticket to the Superbowl? Get ready to see the Niners take on the Detroit Lions in the NFC Championship Game at Levi’s Stadium this Sunday, Jan. 28. The average ticket price may be ~$1,762, but you can always enjoy the local watch parties. (The Mercury News)
Biz
  • Speaking of the Niners... Levi’s Stadium will keep its name through the 2043 NFL season. Back in 2013, Levi Strauss & Co. paid Santa Clara + the 49ers $220.3 million for naming rights — one of the most expensive deals in NFL history. (The Mercury News)
Community
Ranked
  • In a recent study from NerdWallet, five Bay Area cities were in the top 10 list for highest minimum wages. Out of the five, two South Bay cities were mentioned: Mountain View (No. 5) + Sunnyvale (No. 7). (East Bay Times)
Active
  • Got an exercise goal, but not sure which gym is worth it? Get a free month of ClassPass + sample multiple gyms and studios with just one membership.*
 
Community
 
🚒 This event will be straight fire
A black-and-white photo of a San Jose Fire Department firetruck dating back to 1880-1910.
Check out this early photo of a San Jose Fire Department vehicle dating back to the late 1800s. | Photo via History San José
170 years? Wow, we really are old.

When California became a state in 1850, San Jose became the first unincorporated city in the state. And with a growing population came a need for essential services.

Just four years later, San Jose was officially incorporated + the San Jose Fire Department was formed. The date is commemorated on badges worn by local firefighters today.

This Saturday, Jan. 27, the San Jose Fire Department will celebrate its 170th anniversary at Old Fire Station One on Market Street.

Stop by from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. for a free pancake breakfast, followed by a ceremony recognizing the long history of our city’s fire department — RSVPs are encouraged.

(Psst... The San Jose Fire Museum will also have its soft opening starting Saturday, Feb. 3.)
 
The Buy
 
A colorful box of bonbons, a heart-shaped peanut butter bar, or any other small business-made chocolate to indulge and treat yourself this weekend. Don’t forget to add a hot cocoa bomb to cart, too.
 
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The Wrap
 
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From the editor
One of my friends invited me to an all-around trivia night this week... and I hesitated. The main reason is because I’m not an all-around expert. However, if there’s trivia nights coming up centered around Gossip Girl, serial killers, or cults... I’d slay. Don’t judge my choices.
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