Discover Palo Alto’s enduring love of books through local bookstores, literary traditions, and the independent places that continue to bring readers together.

Explore Palo Alto by bicycle and discover how its streets, neighborhoods, and local connections make two wheels a practical way to get around.

Celebrate the holiday season in Palo Alto with festive traditions, downtown dining and shopping, and a stay at the historic Cardinal Hotel.

Discover the seasonal pleasures, local stops, and everyday details that make fall a particularly inviting time to experience Palo Alto.

Discover the Cardinal Hotel’s distinctive European-style character, historic setting, and downtown Palo Alto location for a stay that feels personal and memorable.

Accessible version We’d like to make a toast. We’re pleased to partner with Share a Splash Wine Co. to offer our guests a chance to experience our “Rosé Your Stay” Package. Celebrate your get-away with an award-winning Rosé. When you book the Rosé Your Stay Package: At check-in, you’ll enjoy a half bottle of perfection: … Read more

Celebrate classic cinema and Palo Alto history at the Stanford Theatre, a beautifully preserved downtown landmark that continues to make moviegoing feel special.