33 Things to Do In and Around Gilroy

Choose your own adventure and take some time to explore all the fun things to do in Gilroy, California! (Hint: You’ll probably need to book a hotel room—there’s way too much to do in just one day!)

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Discover exciting artists from around the world at Gallery 1202

Stop by the California Welcome Center Gilroy to make your own garlic pressed penny

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Virtual Reality Videos

Enjoy our new 360-degree virtual reality experience as you take a stroll through Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park and make a “pit stop” at Casa de Fruta Orchard Resort.

No special equipment required. Simply use your mouse or touchscreen to “look around”—and be sure to turn your sound on for the full immersive experience!

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33 Things to Do In and Around Gilroy

See the Circus Trees at Gilroy Gardens

Save big on top designers at Gilroy Premium Outlets

Follow your nose along the Road to Garlic

Enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking the vineyards

Buckle up for the Gilroy Rodeo in August

Belly up to the historic horseshoe bar at The Milias Restaurant

Find antique treasures in Downtown Gilroy

Search for gold in the miner’s sluice at Casa de Fruta

Try some genuine Gilroy garlic ice cream

Get authentic and affordable Mexican food on the Gilroy Taco Trail

Pedal a swan or duck boat across a lake at Gilroy Gardens

Bowl some bocce ball at Satori Cellars or Sarah’s Vineyard

Go to the restroom in an old jail cell at Old City Hall

Take a historical walking tour through Downtown Gilroy

Hike the Mummy Mountain Trail at Coyote Lake Park

Snap a selfie with Gil and Roy at Gilroy Gardens

Taste your way around the world at Hecker Pass Plaza

Enjoy live music in Downtown Gilroy and at local vineyards

View a full-size replica of the Wright Flyer at the Wings of History Museum

Ride a horse through the redwoods at Mt. Madonna County Park

Try the Vino de Mocca dessert wine at Kirigin Cellars

Tee off like a champion at golf courses for all skill levels

Enjoy Garlic Festival favorites all year long at Mama Mia’s Ristorante Italiano

Take a hike through history at Chitactac-Adams Heritage County Park

Tour nearby Old Mission San Juan Bautista

Find farm-fresh fruits and veggies at the LJB Farms roadside stand

Order the “Kitchen Sink” at O.D.’s Kitchen

Chill out at Water Oasis at Gilroy Gardens

Stroll back in time along the Gilroy Historic Paseo

Fuel up with fresh-brewed coffee or boba tea

Get a photo at the garlic mural on Monterey Street

Discover exciting artists from around the world at Gallery 1202

Stop by the California Welcome Center Gilroy to make your own garlic pressed penny

Virtual Reality Videos

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