The Businesses That Have Defined University Avenue
Discover the shops, restaurants, and local institutions that have helped shape University Avenue and the character of downtown Palo Alto over generations.
The Businesses That Have Defined University Avenue
Palo Alto on foot
Historic Buildings of Downtown Palo Alto
Explore the architecture, details, and stories behind historic buildings that continue to give downtown Palo Alto its distinctive sense of place.
Six Beautiful Places to Walk Near the Cardinal Hotel
From the Cardinal Hotel, these trails, wetlands, and open spaces offer beautiful places to walk within a short drive of downtown Palo Alto.
A Coffee Lover’s Walk Through Downtown Palo Alto
Follow a walkable route through downtown Palo Alto’s coffee scene, with inviting cafés and local stops within easy reach of the Cardinal Hotel.
Ramona Street: The Little Street That Changed Downtown Palo Alto
Discover how one short downtown street became part of Palo Alto’s architectural identity, local history, and enduring sense of community.
Stanford Theatre: Preserving Movie History One Film at a Time
Step inside a Palo Alto landmark where classic films, historic architecture, and a carefully preserved moviegoing tradition continue to share the spotlight.
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.
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.
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.
