Stanford University in Palo Alto

Stanford University
Stanford University Location
Stanford Athletics
Stanford Football

Set on over 8,000 acres in beautiful Palo Alto, California, Stanford University is a prestigious private university and one of the world's leading research and teaching institutions. The elite university offers seven academic and professional schools including, Humanities and Sciences, Earth Sciences, Business, Education, Engineering, Law, and Medicine. Stanford University offers a dynamic campus experience for intellectual thinking and cultural endeavors. For Stanford University tours and information, visit www.stanford.edu.

Stanford University Hotel - Creekside Inn -

The Creekside Inn is a charming boutique hotel perfect for Stanford University visitors, alumni, fans, families and friends. Just two miles away from Stanford University, the Creekside Inn offers a complimentary car service to Stanford, as well as modern amenities such as WiFi, business center, meeting and event space, fitness studio, and a heated swimming pool. Relax and unwind in our distinctive rooms and suites or in the beautiful creek-side gardens with mature oak trees. Enjoy fresh California cuisine at Cibo's Bar & Grill. Check out the Specials & Packages.

Stanford University Location & Landmarks -

Opened in 1891, Stanford University is located between San Francisco and San Jose in the heart of California's dynamic Silicon Valley. Stanford's vibrant campus is home to the Cantor Arts Center featuring engaging art collections, exhibitions, and programs. Stanford Lively Arts presents 50 music, dance and artists performances throughout the year. The campus includes historic landmarks, including Memorial Church, Hoover Tower, Rodin sculpture garden, and Frank Lloyd Wright's 1919 Lou Henry and Herbert Hoover House, listed on the National Historic Register.

Stanford Athletics -

Stanford University offers an outstanding athletics program that competes in 34 varsity sports in the NCAA Division I-A Pacific-12 Conference. Stanford's athletic program has won the NACDA Directors' Cup every year since 1995. In the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, Stanford athletes won 25 medals, including 8 gold. Stanford boasts top sports venues, including Maples Pavilion, which hosts the men's and women's basketball teams. Set in the foothills above the campus, the Stanford University Golf Course is rated one of the top courses in the world by Golf Week Magazine and Golf Magazine.

Stanford Football & Stanford Stadium -

Boasting a highly successful football tradition, Stanford Cardinal Football is one of the most winning teams in college sports history and has competed in 22 bowl games, including the first Rose Bowl. Stanford Stadium, home of the successful Stanford Cardinals football team, is one of the premier college football stadiums in the nation seating 50,000 fans. Go Cardinals!