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5 things to do at the new Google Visitor Experience

A view of three people eating lunch on a patio with an umbrella over their table, sitting in front of the Google Store entrance.

Today, we're opening the Google Visitor Experience in Mountain View, California. From interactive art installations to offerings from local businesses to a California-fresh eatery, the new public destination has plenty of things for everyone to explore and enjoy.

Ready to plan your visit? Here are our top five favorite things you can do:

1. Learn something or meet someone new at an event

The Huddle is designed as a platform for community connections, offering free events and workshops for visitors to enjoy. We’ll also offer seasonal programs at the Plaza. Check out what’s coming up, including the Community Day on October 21 that features family-friendly activities, local food trucks, a makers market and live music performances!

  • A photo of the interior of The Huddle with people congregated and talking on couches.

    Google will host a range of events and workshops in The Huddle. If you’re a community group or nonprofit, you can request to reserve The Huddle space for your own meeting or event.

  • A photo of the interior of The Huddle with people leaning on tables and talking.

    Google will host a range of events and workshops in The Huddle. If you’re a community group or nonprofit, you can request to reserve The Huddle space for your own meeting or event.

  • A photo of the interior of The Huddle with the front room set up like a lounge and the back room set up theater style with two TV screens.

    Google will host a range of events and workshops in The Huddle. If you’re a community group or nonprofit, you can request to reserve The Huddle space for your own meeting or event.

2. Go on an artwork scavenger hunt

We recognize artists as essential innovators who inspire creativity in the communities where we live and work. You can enjoy and explore six interactive and dynamic art pieces facilitated by Burning Man Project, as well as murals and artwork from local artists who are a part of Google’s Artist in Residence program.

  • Photo of a piece of artwork this is a large kaleidoscope-like structure with two woman admiring the colors.

    The variety of artwork pieces throughout the Google Visitor Experience pays homage to community, innovation and sustainability. (Pictured: “Halo,” "Go" and "The Orb,” “Curious” and a mural in the cafe.)

  • A photo of  an orb-like ultra-thin, self-supporting aluminum sculpture in front of a Google office.

    The variety of artwork pieces throughout the Google Visitor Experience pays homage to community, innovation and sustainability. (Pictured: “Halo,” "Go" and "The Orb,” “Curious” and a mural in the cafe.)

  • A photo of a piece of artwork this is grizzly bear face with fur made of pennies.

    The variety of artwork pieces throughout the Google Visitor Experience pays homage to community, innovation and sustainability. (Pictured: “Halo,” "Go" and "The Orb,” “Curious” and a mural in the cafe.)

  • A photo of a mural about food sustainability on the wall over a cafe booth.

    The variety of artwork pieces throughout the Google Visitor Experience pays homage to community, innovation and sustainability. (Pictured: “Halo,” "Go" and "The Orb,” “Curious” and a mural in the cafe.)

3. Get a taste of Google at the Cafe @ Mountain View

We’re introducing our first-ever public dining experience to the broader community at the Cafe @ Mountain View. Savor meals for purchase with seasonal, locally harvested ingredients that are crafted with sustainability and biodiversity in mind.

  • A photo of two people ordering food from a cafe team member at the counter of the cafe.

    Just like with our cafes for Googlers, the design and operations of this cafe focus on tackling food waste, reducing single-use plastics, conserving water and energy and procuring goods responsibly.

  • A photo of three booths with people eating and talking with each other.

    Just like with our cafes for Googlers, the design and operations of this cafe focus on tackling food waste, reducing single-use plastics, conserving water and energy and procuring goods responsibly.

  • A photo of a soup with two pieces of bread, a seasonal salad and a matcha drink with ice.

    Just like with our cafes for Googlers, the design and operations of this cafe focus on tackling food waste, reducing single-use plastics, conserving water and energy and procuring goods responsibly.

4. Discover and support local businesses at the Pop-Up Shop

Small businesses are at the center of any community, and creating economic opportunities for entrepreneurs to grow is important to us. The Pop-Up Shop is a retail space for local makers to showcase their goods.

A photo of two women looking at cards and small goods on three display shelves in the Pop-Up Shop.

The Pop-Up Shop is designed to support small businesses, and we’re working with MOMENT from San Jose Made to curate a rotating selection of local vendors.

5. Experience how our hardware products and services work together at the Google Store

Get a feel for the latest Google hardware products — like the new Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel Watch 2, which are available now — or learn how to improve your photos with Magic Eraser. Visitors can browse and buy Pixel phones, watches and tablets, Fitbit wearables, Nest cameras and more. Plus, take a look at limited branded merchandise. Experts are also on hand to help you get the most out of our products, provide Pixel phone repairs and facilitate workshops.

  • A photo of the interior of the Google Store with a woman looking at the Google hardware that's displayed. A lit up G is on the back wall.

    In the Google Store, we created what we call “cabinets of curiosities” designed in a curved snake-like shape that encourages visitors to engage with our products.

  • A photo of the interior of the Google Store with a man looking at the Google hardware that's displayed, and he is holding a shopping bag with a Google "G" on it.

    In the Google Store, we created what we call “cabinets of curiosities” designed in a curved snake-like shape that encourages visitors to engage with our products.

  • A photo of the interior of the Google Store with a woman standing in front of a display wall and table of Google-branded merchandise. She is holding up a Google-branded mug.

    In the Google Store, we created what we call “cabinets of curiosities” designed in a curved snake-like shape that encourages visitors to engage with our products.

Visit Us in Mountain View

We're excited to invite folks from the community and beyond to come together in new ways with us. You can learn more and stay updated on all the latest visitor experience offerings at visit.withgoogle.com. Keep checking back for updates.

When you do stop by, share your experience by tagging your photos with #GreetingsFromGoogle. See you there!

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