Our Tour Of Facebook Headquarters
If you drive about 45 minutes south of San Francisco you’ll find a small city called Menlo Park. Situated in Menlo Park is the main Headquarters for Facebook. With an address named what else but 1 Hacker Way. Visitors centre at Facebook
The only way to receive a tour of Facebook is by knowing someone who works there. Luckily for us, our nephew Adam is an employee.
Our first impression of the place was of how huge it was. So big that we actually went to the wrong building to meet Adam. Right now there are two main buildings. While construction is on going for a third to be built. Inside at Facebook Headquarters
The building we first arrived at was the original one. This building covers the size of two football fields. Definitely a place you could get lost in.
After we checked into the visitor centre, we had a comfy lounge to wait in. Complete with a help yourself to any drinks fridge.
Once Adam arrived by bike (since he works in the second building), we were off on our tour. inside at Facebook Headquarters
Walking around on the grounds is like touring a small village. Complete with trees, benches and walkways. And a massive amount of people heading in all directions.
Since it was lunch time when we arrived, our nephew asked us what kind of food we’d like to eat. We were blown away by all the options. We chose pasta and had a delicious selection at the buffet. And once again a fridge full of sodas, organic juices, specialty teas and waters. Outside not far away was a smoker cooking meat for the barbecued foods section. art on the walls at Facebook Headquarters
After lunch we stopped by the Facebook clothing store. I picked out a T-shirt souvenir, then we continued on our tour. art on the walls at Facebook Headquarters
Of course we couldn’t leave out dessert! So we headed over to the ice cream parlour. There you have your choice of several flavours. Complete with a help yourself toppings bar. And if ice cream isn’t your thing, there are many other squares and treats to satisfy your sweet tooth. The most amazing part was that it’s all on the house for any employees and visitors.
Then it was time to head over to see the building Adam works in. For staff, they have the option of jumping on a bike to go between buildings. Visitors can take the shuttle or walk.
What surprised me with the interiors was how quiet it seemed. Even though you can talk all you want. The sound didn’t seem to carry.
The ceilings are very high inside with all open duct work creating an airy feel. No tiny cubicle’s for anyone. Just wide open area’s to create the next big idea!
This second building comes complete with an outdoor garden oasis on the roof. We walked around admiring all the beautiful flowers and trees.
There are different gazebos and benches to sit at all over the roof. Such a great idea for the employees. Just bring your laptop outside and enjoy the warm sun, while not getting behind on your work.
Over in this building we also found a smoothie bar. Plus different areas that have baskets full of things like granola bars, chocolate bars, and various other snacks to get you through the day.
If you ever get the chance to visit, jump on it. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour here. Definitely one of the highlights of our trip to California.