The Best Places to Buy Souvenirs in San Jose, CA

San Jose Flea Market
San Jose Flea Market | © www.bluewaikiki.com / Flickr

Your time in San Jose has been magical. From stepping inside the Winchester Mystery House™ to cheering on the Sharks as they hit the ice, you checked every attraction off your bucket list. In fact, you had such a good time in the Capital of Silicon Valley that you’d like to take a piece of it home with you. Unfortunately, you won’t be leaving with tons of PayPal stock, but you can take home a souvenir from one of these kooky shops.

1. San Jose Flea Market

Market, Healthy, Street Food

Healthy food on the market in San Jose, Costa Rica
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The San Jose Flea Market has everything! Browse for vintage wine glasses or take home some freshly made salsa. From various food items to collectible retail, if you have enough time to invest in wandering the market’s meandering corridors, you’re bound to head home with something you love. What’s more, you can make a day out of the trip by grabbing a bite to eat at one of the food vendor’s stalls. Are you traveling with kids? They’ll love the arcade games and carnival rides available.

2. Sharks Store at the SAP Center

Store

From stuffed sharks to your favorite player’s jersey, the merchandise at the Sharks Store is worth checking out. Located inside the SAP Center, you’ll feel a bond between you and the team as you scope Sharks gear and imagine yourself on the ice. Know anyone who’s an L.A. Kings fan? Bring them home something from the Shark Tank in good fun. Friendly rivalries are encouraged around these parts—until the next Stanley Cup, that is.

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