Monopoly in the Park: A Life-Sized Real Estate Adventure
Step into the world's largest Monopoly board in San Jose! A unique, interactive experience for all ages in the heart of Discovery Meadow.
Experience the thrill of Monopoly like never before at Monopoly in the Park, a unique attraction in San Jose's Discovery Meadow. This massive, permanent game board invites visitors to step into a life-sized version of the classic real estate game, offering a fun and interactive experience for all ages.
A brief summary to Monopoly in the Park
- 330 W San Carlos St, San Jose, Central San Jose, California, 95110, US
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Visit during park hours to see the Monopoly board for free and take photos.
- Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Children's Discovery Museum or The Tech Interactive for a full day of fun.
- Consider renting the board in advance for a unique, interactive Monopoly game experience with family or friends.
- Check the park's event schedule for community events that add to the park's vibrant atmosphere.
Getting There
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Public Transport
To reach Monopoly in the Park via public transportation, take the VTA Light Rail (Blue Line) from your nearest station. If starting from the San Jose Diridon Station, board the light rail towards the Santa Teresa station and get off at the San Jose Convention Center station, which takes about 5 minutes. From there, walk 0.3 miles east on W San Carlos St to find Monopoly in the Park on your left. A single ride on VTA costs $2.50.
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Driving
If driving from downtown San Jose, head west on W Santa Clara St toward S 1st St, continue straight for about 0.5 miles, then turn right onto S Market St and continue for about 0.4 miles. Turn left onto W San Carlos St, and Monopoly in the Park will be on your left at 330 W San Carlos St. Note that there is no parking directly at the site. Use nearby public lots/garages on Woz Way, Auzerais St, or Almaden Blvd. Parking fees start at approximately $7. The least expensive parking is located underneath Highway 87 across from the Children's Discovery Museum.
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Walking
Monopoly in the Park is located near several landmarks such as the Children's Discovery Museum and the San Jose Convention Center. From the San Jose Convention Center, walk 0.3 miles east on W San Carlos St. The park will be on your left. There are no costs associated with walking to the park.
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