Palo Alto Without a Car
Discover how to experience downtown Palo Alto and nearby Stanford without a car, using walkable streets, transit connections, and convenient local options.
Palo Alto Without a Car
The Cardinal Guide to Palo Alto
How University Avenue Evolved
Trace the evolution of University Avenue and see how downtown Palo Alto’s best-known street has changed alongside the city around it.
Five Things Within Five Minutes of the Cardinal Hotel
Discover five memorable downtown Palo Alto experiences within an easy walk of the Cardinal Hotel, from local landmarks to everyday neighborhood favorites.
The Historic HP Garage and the Birth of Silicon Valley
Explore the story of Palo Alto’s historic HP Garage and its enduring place in the early history and mythology of Silicon Valley.
Why Stanford Families Love Palo Alto
See why families visiting Stanford often appreciate Palo Alto’s walkability, restaurants, local character, and convenient connection to the university campus.
Bell’s Books: A Palo Alto Institution Since 1935
Discover the history and character of Bell’s Books, a longtime downtown Palo Alto destination for readers, collectors, and lovers of independent bookstores.
A Perfect Morning Walk from the Cardinal Hotel
Start the day with a quiet walk from the Cardinal Hotel through downtown Palo Alto, when familiar streets feel calm, local, and unhurried.
For the Love of Books in Palo Alto
Discover Palo Alto’s enduring love of books through local bookstores, literary traditions, and the independent places that continue to bring readers together.
Bicycling Around Palo Alto
Explore Palo Alto by bicycle and discover how its streets, neighborhoods, and local connections make two wheels a practical way to get around.
Spend the Holidays at The Cardinal Hotel
Celebrate the holiday season in Palo Alto with festive traditions, downtown dining and shopping, and a stay at the historic Cardinal Hotel.
