Enchanting Serenity at Shell Fountain

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are at Santa Clara University, head southeast on Franklin Street toward El Camino Real. Turn right onto El Camino Real and walk for about 0.6 miles until you reach the intersection with Stevens Creek Boulevard. Continue straight onto Stevens Creek Boulevard for about 1 mile. You will pass several shops and restaurants. Keep an eye out for Santana Row on your left. Once you reach Santana Row, turn left into the shopping district and walk along Santana Row. Shell Fountain is located at 377 Santana Row, Suite 1100. You will see the fountain in a plaza area, which is a great spot to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

• Public Transportation

  Start by walking to the nearest VTA light rail station, which is the Santa Clara Station. From there, take the light rail on the Blue Line towards Baypointe. Get off at the Santa Teresa Station, which is about a 20-minute ride. After exiting the station, transfer to Bus #22 heading towards the Great Mall. Ride for about 15 minutes and get off at the Stevens Creek Boulevard & Winchester Boulevard stop. From there, it's a short walk: head south on Winchester Boulevard, then turn right onto Stevens Creek Boulevard. Continue for about half a mile until you reach Santana Row. Enter Santana Row and Shell Fountain will be located at 377 Santana Row, Suite 1100.

• Biking

  If you're near the Santa Clara Convention Center, start by heading west on Great America Parkway. Continue straight for about 1 mile until you reach the intersection with El Camino Real. Turn left onto El Camino Real and bike for about 1.5 miles. After crossing Stevens Creek Boulevard, look for Santana Row on your right. Enter Santana Row and cycle down to the fountain located at 377 Santana Row, Suite 1100. There are bike racks available near the fountain for you to lock up your bike.