Hidden gems - places in San Jose, United States not to miss (Updated March, 2024)

Hidden gems: places in San Jose

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in San Jose. Ratings are based from 16K places in the city.

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Untamed Strength

Gym

👍👍 The best gym I've ever been to. I don't have a powerlifting gym anywhere near me so I drove down almost 2 hours just to come train down here. The energy, the people, and the overall environment are just amazing. I'm definitely coming back again and finding some way to come down here to train more of...

5.00 (149 reviews) (~156.36 km from centre)

The Francis House

Hotel

👍👍 In an area filled with many exceptional properties, Francis House exceeds in its luminous resplendence. Dina and Richard have transformed this once abandoned property into an award-winning national treasure. And they are great hosts to boot. It's worth not merely a visit, but a long therapeutic sta...

5.00 (149 reviews) (~150.68 km from centre)

Dae Han Martial Arts

Martial arts school

👍👍 Years ago, friends kept telling me if my kids started at Dae Han, they'd never want to leave. They were right! One of my kids has attended classes there for about 4 years and it's been the best experience. The instructors are upbeat, calm, positive and encouraging. Everyone leaves with a smile. It's...

5.00 (147 reviews) (~71.58 km from centre)

G6 Performance Training

Gym

👍👍 Amazing facility!!! Top of the notch staff, equipment, technology. Nick and Gabe are the best in the business! Nick is very knowledgeable and he and his staff will go over and beyond to help your needs. If you are thinking about it, do it! You won’t regret it. Amazing experience, I always love my ti...

5.00 (146 reviews) (~142.65 km from centre)

CrossFit 7x7

Gym

👍👍 I started Crossfit when I was 56 years old…15 years ago. Before I had a life changing accident, I learned how amazing Crossfit was and what I could achieve in fitness. After a 4 year hiatus and five surgeries, I came back just before the pandemic. After starting crossfit again with Geoff as a coa...

5.00 (144 reviews) (~72.95 km from centre)

Pacific Ocean Sports

Dive shop

Family business dealing in equipment for spearfishing plus gear for free-diving & snorkeling.

5.00 (142 reviews) (~69.29 km from centre)

Team Rahsaan Fitness 3.0

Gym

5.00 (142 reviews) (~34.16 km from centre)

Aasaan Driving School

Driving school

5.00 (139 reviews) (~169.18 km from centre)

Olympus Fitness

Gym

👍👍 I started at Olympus more than a year ago and I love it. There are so many class options, not just CrossFit. There is something for every age group and any fitness level. The best part your children and pets are welcome. For me it has become a more than a place to workout; I also have fun, and I hav...

5.00 (139 reviews) (~196.82 km from centre)

Mar Vista Farm + Cottages

Lodge

Simple cottages with full kitchens, ocean views, free WiFi & access to an organic garden.

5.00 (139 reviews) (~220.55 km from centre)

Open Mat Academy

Martial arts school

👍👍 Just completed the five week program at Open Mat and it's been a great introduction to BJJ. I was hesitant on starting Jiu-jitsu however our Instructors Brandon, Chris, and JR were excellent at walking the class through the foundational basics of the sport. It was comforting to know that the instruc...

5.00 (138 reviews) (~60.71 km from centre)

Orangetheory Fitness

Gym

👍👍 Honestly the only place that I can consistently go to to help my fitness goals; I’ve tried and been members of other gyms (24 Hour, Planet Fitness, and Fitness19) but the atmosphere is incomparable to OTF, especially PH. I haven’t been able to get the same results at a commercial gym vs here. There’...

5.00 (135 reviews) (~71.45 km from centre)

Yosemite Axe Throwing

Recreation center

👍👍 Nice place to spend free time. We spent one evening in Oakhurst , find this place, and really have a lot of fun. The staff : Mike was great and very helpful, he give us a lot of advises on axe throwing. As we was newbies in this sport. Definitely recommend this place and experience.

5.00 (131 reviews) (~198.65 km from centre)

San Lorenzo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Martial arts school

👍👍 So I been doing Jiu jitsu for already 5 plus years now except during the time covid hit. I took off the entire 2020 and early 2021. I was giving the ok to start training at end of 2021 so I was in search of a new school . I went on Yelp and found this place. What drew me to the school was reading th...

5.00 (128 reviews) (~44.78 km from centre)

Rendezvous Mendocino

Bed & breakfast

👍👍 My boyfriend and I stayed here for two nights in the Galaxy Room (room 4), and we had a wonderful time. Since it was November, the weather was a little chilly, but the fireplace kept the room warm and comfortable. The Galaxy Room is a little tucked away from the road and other rooms, plus it has a p...

5.00 (125 reviews) (~220.58 km from centre)

Playmakers Elite

Physical fitness program

👍👍 My son (Biggie) has been training with coach Mike for almost 3years and the works speaks for itself Playmakers Elite is and will always be family. My son is a totally different player/kid teaching discipline and consistency and holding kids accountable for there actions the famous words of mike “did...

5.00 (124 reviews) (~146.09 km from centre)

10th Planet Oakland Jiu Jitsu

Martial arts school

👍👍 The coaches and students here have made me feel completely welcomed from day 1. I've been attending the beginners Jiu Jitsu class for nearly a month now, and could not be happier with the instruction from Mike, the head coach. The sense of community here is extremely strong, and it really feels like...

5.00 (124 reviews) (~61.32 km from centre)

Hyper Strength and Conditioning

Gym

👍👍 An awesome place to begin, grow, and flourish in your fitness journey! It has been a while since my fiancé Alyssa and I had focused on fitness and when you're trying to find your way back, sometimes it’s hard figure out where to start and navigate towards your fitness goals and that's when we joined...

5.00 (124 reviews) (~1.57 km from centre)

Ground-Up Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy, LLC

Martial arts school

👍👍 One of the best gyms I've ever been to. The coached at all levels are incredibly welcoming, slow every step down and teach fundamentals to everyone coming in. My first class was the 6am class with big bear men and I am so thankful I chose this class first. As a tiny little woman I felt incredibly in...

5.00 (120 reviews) (~202.31 km from centre)

Doug Buenz REALTOR - 680 Doug Buenz Group

Real estate agent

5.00 (120 reviews) (~36.66 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: places in San Jose, United States