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Place #1
Distance: 0.00mi
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100 N Almaden Ave #176, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
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Peralta Adobe & Fallon House and San Pedro Square
We’re starting our tour here at the Peralta Adobe and Fallon House Historic Site, on your left. This is the oldest surviving structure in San José, built in 1797 by José Manuel Gonzales, one of the original settlers of the pueblo. Later it was owned by Luís María Peralta, a prominent Californio ranchero, and it stands as a rare reminder of the Spanish and Mexican era in California.

Right next to it is the Fallon House, built in the 1850s by Thomas Fallon, a San José mayor who played a role in California’s shift from Mexican to American control. Together, these two buildings tell the story of San José’s beginnings — from a small adobe pueblo to an American city.

Now look to your right — that’s San Pedro Square Market. Today, it’s one of the most popular hangouts in downtown San José, filled with restaurants, cafés, and live music. It’s a lively gathering place where you’ll find both locals and visitors enjoying food, drinks, and nightlife.

So here, in just one block, you’re seeing both the deep history of San José’s roots and the vibrant modern city it has become. And with that, let’s get this tour underway!
Place #2
Distance: 0.23mi
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90 N First St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA
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Saint James Park
On your left is Saint James Park, one of the most historic green spaces in San José. It was laid out back in the 1860s as part of the city’s plan to create a grand public square, modeled after the urban parks of the East Coast.

In its early years, Saint James Park was surrounded by important civic buildings, including the old post office and the historic courthouse, giving it the feel of a true downtown centerpiece. It became a gathering place for community events, political speeches, and celebrations.

But the park also holds some somber history. In 1933, it was the site of a public lynching — the last in California — when a mob stormed the county jail and executed two men accused of kidnapping. A memorial now stands in the park to remember that tragic chapter.

Today, Saint James Park continues to serve as a community space, hosting concerts, festivals, and public events. The city is currently working on plans to revitalize the park, restoring its historic role as the cultural heart of downtown San José.

So while it may look like just another urban park, Saint James Park has witnessed more than 150 years of the city’s history — both the highs and the lows.
Tour itinerary stops | Additional places you'll see on this self-guided tour

Map Pin Place 1 Peralta Adobe & Fallon House and San Pedro Square
Map Pin Place 2 Saint James Park
Map Pin Place 3 San José City Hall & Mayor’s Office
Map Pin Place 4 San José State University
Map Pin Place 5 Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph & San José Museum of Art
Map Pin Place 6 Plaza de Cesar Chavez & The Tech Interactive
Map Pin Place 7 Children’s Discovery Museum
Map Pin Place 8 Guadalupe River Park
Map Pin Place 9 SAP Center at San José
Map Pin Place 10 Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum
Map Pin Place 11 San José Municipal Rose Garden
Map Pin Place 12 Santana Row
Map Pin Place 13 Winchester Mystery House
Map Pin Place 14 Fun Facts About San José
Map Pin Place 15 Sharks Ice Arena and Kelley Park
Map Pin Place 16 Kelley Park (Parking)



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