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- Stanford University is one of the most prestigious private universities in the Western United States.
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Palo Alto is located on the peninsula south of San Francisco, and was a major focal point in the 1990s high-tech boom and part of the Silicon Valley. Palo Alto is home to world-renowned Stanford University, a destination in its own right; tour the beautiful, expansive palm tree-dotted campus, and visit the Rodin Sculpture Garden and the Cantor Arts Center.
Downtown Palo Alto is a pedestrian-friendly, vibrant arts and entertainment district featuring several fine restaurants, coffee houses, boutique shops and spas.
Facts About Palo Alto United States
- Population: 56,508
- Time Zone: America/Los_Angeles
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College Visits
College Visit Guide: San Francisco Bay Area
by TravelMuse Editorial September 4, 2008Tips for families to maximize a college visit to the Bay Area—exploring San Francisco, Berkeley and Palo Alto.
