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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Los Gatos

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Los Gatos, California

Updated March 10, 2016

Unusual Attractions in Los Gatos

Los Gatos, California

Mt. Umunhum Cube

An ominous concrete cube cuts a dystopian silhouette atop this California mountain.

Los Gatos, California

The Cats

A pair of pure white felines guard the entrance to a spot of California real estate established as an artist's haven.

Los Gatos, California

The Submarine House

Subterranean house made out of a grain silo, located in the Santa Cruz Mountains.

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San Jose, California

The Winchester Mystery House

A peculiar mansion built by the troubled heir to the Winchester gun fortune.

5 miles from Los Gatos

San Jose, California

Santana Row Chess Plaza

A giant chess set, minus the psychedelic drug trip.

5 miles from Los Gatos

San Jose, California

Communications Hill Grand Staircase

This 252 step staircase offers stunning views of San Jose.

6 miles from Los Gatos

San Jose, California

Rosicrucian Park

The headquarters of a secretive order is also a beautifully-designed park.

7 miles from Los Gatos

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