About an hour from Cupertino, but totally worth the drive. The concentric circle, wooden floor in the old telescope is gorgeous. Also, the floor is with hydraulics. During the summer, concerts!
Great place to watch soccer matches, especially the World Cup or the Euro Cup. Kinda divey, good fish n chips served with a British attitude.
Need to hack together a new project? Come to Silicon Valley's graveyard for a handful of rare earth magnets and who knows what else.
Not into the fancy Palo Alto scene? Head up alpine to the Alpine Inn. Not so great food, a huge back yard, patio, and lots of cyclists. OH. AND A TRON MACHINE.
On you way back from Appke, hike up to "The Dish" and have a nice look at Silicon Valley.
Cheap, great sushi near Apple. Chirachi bowl is always a favorite and they will substitute fish that you don't like.
In Cupertino a lot for business? Try this Japanese tapas place. Don't have smelly feet, you might need to take off your shoes!
Faire is great! When faire is not in operation, come look for "Alternative lifestyle" outfits in nearby San Jose -- Adira Dance and Costume Leggi tutto.
