Flight
Woodside is roughly equidistant between San Francisco Airport (SFO) and San Jose Airport (SJC) but SFO has better flight options from the East Coast.
Hotel
We have reserved a discounted rate at the Westin Palo Alto, which is about a 15-20 minute drive from our venue. To access this special rate, please use the link below or call the Westin and mention the Schneider/Tight wedding. If you are trying to reserve a hotel room in our room block, and it appears to be full, please contact our wonderful Wedding Planning Team at info@savvyweddingsca.com for assistance. Be sure to book your room by May 20th to take advantage of the room block.
Travel Note
If you would like to explore hotel alternatives, there are a number of Airbnbs and VRBOs in Woodside, Menlo Park, Redwood City, and Palo Alto.
Travel Note
Activities: Walk around Stanford’s campus: A beautiful stroll with highlights including: Stanford Memorial Church, Hoover Tower, Cantor Arts Center, Rodin Sculpture Garden. Walk the gardens of the Filoli Estate: Don't miss the beautiful white oaks and seasonal flowers. Hike “the Dish:" A classic local trail through the hills. Half Moon Bay: Head to the coast if the weather's nice for stunning ocean views and beach walks. Stop at Sam's Chowder House while you're there. Food: Sancho’s: Peter and Gabriella's favorite fish taco spot. In-N-Out Burger: Classic California fast food near the airport. Insider tip: order your burger "animal style". Alice’s Restaurant: Tucked into the Redwoods on Skyline Blvd, a fun lunch stop if you’re out exploring. Rossotti’s Alpine Inn: A lively beer garden with casual eats. No reservations, so be ready to wait during peak times. Sam's Chowder House in Half Moon Bay: Try the sourdough bread bowl with clam chowder if the weather is foggy.
Travel Note
Activities The Presidio: A scenic park with trails, historic landmarks, and views of the Golden Gate Bridge. The Palace of Fine Arts: A stunning structure originally built for the 1915 World’s Fair. de Young Museum: A standout for both art and architecture lovers. Bike across the Golden Gate Bridge: Go to a Citi Bike station around Pier 39, bike across the bridge to Sausalito, grab a bite to eat, and take the ferry back for a picture-perfect day. Ride a cable car: Fun fact... San Francisco’s cable cars are the only moving National Monument! Food Hog Island Oyster Co.: Incredible local oysters served at their Ferry Building location. If you have more time, head up to their original site in Point Reyes for the full experience. Dim Sum in Chinatown: Choose from countless excellent spots for this SF staple. (You really can’t go wrong!) El Farolito: Peter’s favorite spot for a classic Mission-style burrito in the heart of the Mission District. Buena Vista Cafe: Touristy but iconic—home of the original Irish Coffee.