Welcome to Sunnyvale

A diverse, family-friendly Silicon Valley city with a deep tech economy and a strong neighborhood feel.

Sunnyvale sits in the heart of Silicon Valley, between Apple's headquarters in Cupertino and Google's in Mountain View. It's home to LinkedIn, Yahoo, Juniper Networks, Lockheed Martin, and hundreds of other technology, aerospace, and biotech companies — but day-to-day, Sunnyvale feels like a city of neighborhoods first and a tech hub second.

The city covers more than 22 square miles and has 476+ acres of parkland, including Silicon Valley's largest urban farm — Full Circle Farm — an 11-acre working organic farm that supplies local schools, restaurants, and the community. Historic Murphy Avenue downtown is a short, walkable strip of restaurants, bars, and boutiques that hosts year-round events and a popular Saturday morning farmers' market.

Sunnyvale is also one of only a handful of U.S. cities operating a fully unified Department of Public Safety, where every officer is trained as a police officer, firefighter, and EMT — a distinctive model the city has run since 1950.

What Makes It Great

Living in Sunnyvale

Sunnyvale is one of the most balanced cities in Silicon Valley — big enough to have a real downtown, small enough to feel like a neighborhood. Residents range from longtime locals in mid-century ranch homes to young families and tech professionals in newer townhomes near Caltrain. Mid-century modern Eichler homes are a distinctive part of Sunnyvale's housing stock, with over a thousand still standing across several signature neighborhoods.

Dining, Entertainment, & Shopping

Sunnyvale's dining scene reflects its diversity — with strong Indian, Middle Eastern, Japanese, and Korean restaurants alongside classic American spots. Local favorites include:

Shopping districts include Historic Murphy Avenue downtown for boutiques, cafes, and independent shops; Cherry Orchard Shopping Center on El Camino Real for everyday essentials; and the Shoppes at Homestead on Hollenbeck Avenue for casual dining and services.

The Sunnyvale Farmers' Market runs year-round on Saturday mornings on Historic Murphy Avenue, drawing residents downtown for fresh produce, baked goods, and live music.

Things to Do

Sunnyvale has 25+ public parks. Washington Park, near downtown, features a swimming pool, tennis and basketball courts, a playground, and picnic areas. Las Palmas Park offers a lake, walking paths, and group picnic spots. The city also runs two public golf courses — Sunnyvale Golf Course and Sunken Gardens.

Downtown's Summer Series Music & Market runs Wednesday evenings on Historic Murphy Avenue, with live music, vendors, and outdoor dining. The annual Sunnyvale Art & Wine Festival each June draws tens of thousands of visitors for two days of food, music, and local artisans.

For something quieter, Baylands Park along the bay offers walking trails, marsh views, and excellent birdwatching. Full Circle Farm hosts community volunteer days and seasonal events at its 11-acre urban farm.

Schools

Students may attend: