Map of San Jose – Neighbourhoods, Districts & Location Guide

This page provides a map of San Jose along with a clear overview of its neighbourhoods, districts and geographic layout in Northern California. It is designed for education, travel planning and general reference.

San Jose is one of the largest cities in California and is known for its role in Silicon Valley, broad suburban layout, surrounding hills and major areas such as Downtown San Jose, Willow Glen, Japantown and Alum Rock.

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

This map highlights San Jose’s layout, including major neighbourhoods, transport corridors and its position within Silicon Valley and the wider Bay Area.

Where Is San Jose Located?

San Jose is located in Northern California in the southern part of the San Francisco Bay Area. It sits in the Santa Clara Valley and is surrounded by hills and suburban cities.

• North: Santa Clara, Milpitas and other Bay Area communities
• East: foothills and eastern neighbourhoods
• South: southern valley communities and open spaces
• West: Campbell, Cupertino and Los Gatos direction

Neighbourhoods and Districts of San Jose

San Jose contains many well-known neighbourhoods and districts, each with its own local identity and development pattern.

• Downtown San Jose — central business and cultural district
• Willow Glen — historic residential neighbourhood
• Japantown — historic district north of downtown
• Alum Rock — major eastern district
• Rose Garden — established residential area
• Evergreen — southeastern residential district
• Berryessa — northeastern district
• North San Jose — technology and business corridor
• Cambrian — southwestern residential area
• West San Jose — residential and commercial districts near Cupertino

Major Areas in San Jose

• Central San Jose — includes Downtown and nearby districts
• North San Jose — major employment and technology area
• East San Jose — large residential and commercial region
• South San Jose — suburban and foothill-adjacent communities
• West San Jose — neighbourhoods near the western city edge
• Silicon Valley corridor — broader business and innovation zone across the valley

Key Geographic Features

• Santa Clara Valley — broad valley where San Jose is located
• Diablo Range foothills — eastern hills bordering the city
• Guadalupe River — river running through parts of the city
• Coyote Creek — major local waterway
• South Bay — southern section of San Francisco Bay nearby
• Urban valley floor — relatively flat central terrain

San Jose Map Resources

• OpenStreetMap – San Jose
• Google Maps – San Jose
• Wikimedia Commons – San Jose Maps

Related Maps & Location Guides

• Map of California
• Map of USA
• Map of the World
• Map of Los Angeles
• Map of San Diego
• Map of Chicago

San Jose Map FAQs

• Where is San Jose located?
  San Jose is located in Northern California in the southern part of the San Francisco Bay Area.
• What are the main areas of San Jose?
  Major areas include Downtown San Jose, North San Jose, East San Jose, Willow Glen and Evergreen.
• Is San Jose part of Silicon Valley?
  Yes. San Jose is widely considered part of Silicon Valley.

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Disclaimer: This page is provided for general informational purposes only. Maps are reference views and may not be complete, current, to scale or suitable for navigation, surveying, emergency use or official determinations. Boundaries, place names, neighbourhoods and districts may vary by source and may change over time. External links are provided for convenience only and do not constitute endorsement. No warranty is made regarding accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose.