Lovely views over Stanford campus on a clear day. On the ground floor is an exhibition about Herbert Hoover and Lou Henry Hoover. More

I believe there is some history info in the entrance. As a view spot, there are much better of the area on the hills around. More

On a clear day, best views of the entire Bay Area in every direction. Nice little museum at the base of the tower. More

I kept hearing about Hoover Tower. I live near Stanford and often walk "The Dish", the hillside trail loop that looks down on the campus. I couldn't see what was the big deal about going up the tower, so I put it off for 2 years. Finally, visitors came to town, and a new student and I decided to take... More

The Hoover Tower is a carillon (bell) tower which is a landmark of Stanford University and Palo Alto. It offers a great view of the University and the region. We could see San Francisco, as it was a clear, beautiful late winter day. The Hoover Tower is the architectural highlight of the Hoover Institute. The ground floor has a museum... More

The Hoover Tower is a predominant landmark on the Stanford University campus. It is actually a private library, which you need to make prior arrangements to enter that portion of the structure. The first floor and the top are open to visitors. The first floor has exhibits on both Herbert Hoover and his wife. One hall is reserved for the... More

Beautiful views of the valley from Hoover tower and more More

on a clear day, you can see forever. Provides a beautiful 360 view of the Stanford Univ. campus. Also includes art gallery-- what a deal. More

Hoover Tower, affectionately known by the Stanford Community as either Hoo Tow or "Hoover's Last Erection" is a nice diversion on the Stanford campus that will give wonderful 365-degree views of the campus and environs. Check hours beforehand, as it is probably closed on weekends. There is a small admission fee. IT is free to Stanford students and staff. There... More