Backesto Park

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651 E Empire St
San Jose, CA 95112

Backesto Park, located in the heart of San Jose's Northside Neighborhood, is a historic green space that has served the community for over 75 years. Named after physician John Pierre Backesto, the park officially opened in 1922 after a significant donation from his widow, Anne Backesto.

Renovated in the early 1980s with the help of the Northside Neighborhood Association, Backesto Park features a range of facilities including a modern playground, sports courts, and a stunning fountain adorned with ceramic tiles from renowned tile maker Solon Schemmel. The park remains a community hub, hosting events and a free annual tennis camp for local children.

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Camilla T.
8/26/2025

This park is super family friendly and lots of space and parking area! I love that the playground is gated for the kiddos!

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Chef Will G.
8/22/2023

I can only speak to my daytime experience today. There was a Halloween themed craft faire going on. Parking was difficult as this was a popular event. People were playing tennis and a...

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Steve D.
10/15/2022

Backesto Park is a century old public park in San Jose's Northside Neighborhood. It was created in the memory of Dr John Pierre Backesto (1831-1890). The park was opened in 1922, and underwent a...

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Matt B.
11/9/2022

Great park, hope they add some pickleball courts , better use of space per person. They could turn 2 tennis courts into 6 pickleball courts

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Shaun F.
10/13/2022

the lawn is quite rough. watch out for trip holes. Kids love the ice cream man I was happy to see the farmers market.

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