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San José · Diridon by train

Downtown food and contemporary art

Diridon station sits west of central downtown. Leave a proper walking window for San Pedro Square or the Museum of Art before deciding which train to take onward.

Times to reach each place are planning allowances from the station, not measured routes. Check directions, opening hours and accessibility before you go.

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San Pedro Square Market entrance with illuminated lettering at dusk.
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Places near San José · Diridon station

food

San Pedro Square Market

Choose food from independent vendors and spend some time in the market’s shared spaces. Check the vendors you want, since the building’s opening hours are broader than some kitchens.

25 min walking allowance each way1h 15m suggested visit

The FAQ lists Sunday–Thursday 11am–10pm and Friday–Saturday 11am–midnight, but another hours line on the same page differs. Hours are treated as unverified; confirm the market and your vendor.

The market also has entrances at 170 West St. John Street and 100 North Almaden Avenue. Walking and visit times are planning allowances from Diridon.

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Source checked 2026-11-05. Times are planning allowances.
culture

San José Museum of Art

Spend a focused visit with contemporary art in the downtown museum. Keep enough time for the walk back to Diridon after the galleries.

30 min walking allowance each way1h 30m suggested visit

Tuesday–Thursday and Saturday–Sunday 11am–6pm; Friday 11am–9pm; Monday closed. November 5 closes at 4pm. Closed November 26, December 24–25, December 31 and January 1.

The museum reports temporary barriers in Circle of Palms while remaining open. Allow time for posted access routes; admission is separate from your train ticket.

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Source checked 2026-11-05. Times are planning allowances.

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