Last updated: 2025-04-22
Mountain View’s tech-driven landscape offers more than just innovation—it’s a haven for indoor entertainment and learning. From interactive museums to cutting-edge learning centers, the city provides diverse experiences that cater to curious minds and adventure seekers.
Silicon Valley’s heart pulses with engaging indoor activities that blend technology, culture, and recreation. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, film buff, or aviation fan, Mountain View’s indoor destinations promise memorable experiences away from the California sunshine.
Discover Mountain View’s coolest indoor adventures now!
Featured Indoor Activities in Mountain View
- Computer History Museum
- Century Cinema 16
- Golf simulators at Golf Lounge 18 (Sunnyvale)
- Hiller Aviation Museum (San Carlos)
- Shoreline Lake Boathouse
- Art School of Silicon Valley (Sunnyvale)
- Moffett Federal Airfield
- The Guild Theatre (Menlo Park)
- iCode Computer Science School
Art School of Silicon Valley (Sunnyvale)
What to Expect
Professional art curriculum designed to cultivate individual creativity
Description
CalColor Art School offers comprehensive visual arts education for children and teens in the San Francisco Bay Area. Providing specialized art classes for ages 4-18, the school focuses on developing individual artistic voices through fine art, digital art, and professional techniques across multiple locations.
Where: Sunnyvale | More Info: Art School of Silicon Valley
Century Cinema 16
What to Expect
Sixteen-screen cinema with diverse film programming
Description
Cinemark Century Mountain View 16 offers a comprehensive movie-going experience with 16 screens featuring the latest Hollywood releases, classic film screenings, and special event presentations. The theater provides diverse movie options, including standard and luxury lounger formats, with advanced ticketing and multilingual screenings.
Where: Mountain View | More Info: Century Cinema 16
Computer History Museum
What to Expect
Extensive computing technology artifact collection spanning technological revolution
Description
A comprehensive museum showcasing the evolution of computing technology through 19 immersive galleries and over 1,100 historical artifacts. Interactive exhibits like 'Revolution: The First 2000 Years of Computing' and 'Make Software: Change the World!' explore technological innovations and their global impact.
Where: Mountain View | More Info: Computer History Museum
Golf simulators at Golf Lounge 18 (Sunnyvale)
What to Expect
Trackman 4 Dual Radar Technology golf simulators
Description
Golf Lounge 18 offers state-of-the-art indoor golf simulators powered by Trackman 4 Technology, featuring over 290 worldwide courses. Visitors can practice, take lessons, play virtual rounds, and enjoy a full-service bar with multiple HDTVs, making it an ideal destination for golfers of all skill levels.
Where: Sunnyvale | More Info: Golf simulators at Golf Lounge 18
Hiller Aviation Museum (San Carlos)
What to Expect
Comprehensive collection of experimental aircraft and flight technology artifacts
Description
Interactive aviation museum showcasing historic aircraft and flight technology. Visitors explore extensive aircraft collection, including experimental planes, helicopters, and simulators. Exhibits provide hands-on learning about aeronautical engineering, featuring restored vintage aircraft and engaging educational displays about aviation history.
Where: San Carlos | More Info: Hiller Aviation Museum
iCode Computer Science School
What to Expect
Comprehensive technology education for youth
Description
iCode Computer Science School offers comprehensive technology education for children and teens, specializing in coding, programming, and computer science skills. Students engage in hands-on learning experiences through structured courses, covering robotics, game design, web development, and advanced technological concepts.
Where: Mountain View | More Info: iCode Computer Science School
Moffett Federal Airfield
What to Expect
Advanced aerospace research and technology development hub
Description
NASA's Ames Research Center at Moffett Federal Airfield is a premier scientific research facility located in Silicon Valley. The center conducts groundbreaking research in aeronautics, exploration technology, and space science, with over 3,200 personnel developing innovative solutions for NASA's missions.
Where: Mountain View | More Info: Moffett Federal Airfield
Shoreline Lake Boathouse
What to Expect
Urban lakeside recreation center with comprehensive water sports programming
Description
Shoreline Lake Boathouse offers waterfront recreational opportunities in Mountain View, featuring boat rentals, sailing lessons, and lakeside activities. Visitors can explore paddleboarding, kayaking, and windsurfing in a scenic urban park setting with equipment rentals and instruction available.
Where: Mountain View | More Info: Shoreline Lake Boathouse
The Guild Theatre (Menlo Park)
What to Expect
Intimate music venue with eclectic performance roster
Description
The Guild Theatre hosts an extensive lineup of live music performances featuring diverse artists across multiple genres. The intimate venue offers up-close concert experiences with national and regional musicians performing everything from rock and folk to tribute shows and specialized music events.
Where: Menlo Park | More Info: The Guild Theatre
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