O'Flaherty's Irish Pub: A Slice of Ireland in San Jose

Getting There

• Walking

  O'Flaherty's Irish Pub is located in the heart of San Pedro Square. If you are in the downtown area, such as near the San Jose McEnery Convention Center or a nearby hotel, it is easily accessible by foot. Simply head towards San Pedro Square and look for the pub at 25 N San Pedro St. The walk is generally short and straightforward, with plenty of shops and restaurants along the way. No costs are associated with walking.

• Public Transport

  San Jose's Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) provides bus and light rail services to the downtown area. Several VTA bus routes and light rail lines stop near San Pedro Square. Check the VTA website or app for the most up-to-date schedules and routes. A single ride on VTA costs $2.50. An 8-hour light rail pass costs $5. A day pass, which requires a Clipper card, costs $7.50. The Clipper card can be purchased at light rail, BART, or Caltrain stations, or from Walgreens.

• Taxi/Ride-Share

  Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in San Jose. A short ride from a nearby location in downtown San Jose to O'Flaherty's Irish Pub typically costs between $8 and $15, depending on the distance and demand. Keep in mind that prices may be higher during peak hours or special events.

• Parking

  Several parking garages are located near O'Flaherty's Irish Pub. The Market & San Pedro Square Garage at 45 N Market St is the closest. Other options include the Convention Center Garage and the Third Street Garage. Hourly parking rates in these garages typically range from $2 to $4. Street parking is also available, but it may be limited and subject to time restrictions. Check signs carefully. Some garages offer 90 minutes of free parking.