Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts

Castro Street is a charming district full of ethnic diversity and interesting local businesses. Fully pedestrianized from the Caltrain station down to California Avenue, it's a lively, popular area with the community atmosphere of an old-fashioned downtown. Although there is a strong Asian presence among restaurants and shops, many different cultures are represented along these blocks. There is a weekly farmers' market and on certain Thursdays it is home to a great street fair with vendors and a classic car show. Also convenient access from public transportation by way of both Caltrain and VTA light rail (Mountain View station) as well as buses.

Good for walking or riding a bike.

Founded in 1939, Ames Research Center has evolved into one of the nation's premier research labs. Ames provides the products, technologies and services that enable NASA missions and, in turn, expand human knowledge.

Large movie theater with ample parking showing recent big movies.

The world's largest and most complete museum on computing history, documenting the area's primary industry. Be prepared for a massive collection of room-sized computers, vacuum tubes, entangled wires, and devices large and small. A geek's delight and a must-see in Silicon Valley.

Non-profit community center for geeks.