With beautiful rolling hills and verdant valleys, redwoods and oak trees, streams and hot springs, and proximity to both mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Gilroy has been an essential crossroads in California for thousands of years. The oral history of native Americans tells us that Chicatac-Adams…
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The Old St. Mary Cemetery in Gilroy is a hidden cemetery with a wealth of history and mystery that not even most locals know about. This is the perfect spot for history buffs or “tombstone tourists” (also called taphophiles—those who have a passion for visiting cemeteries) to visit Gilroy’s people…
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A self-guided progressive dining experience through Gilroy’s historical landmarks If you love local history and delicious food, we’ve got a great Gilroy experience for you! With our self-guided progressive dining experience, you can take a culinary trip back in time while you enjoy some of the very…
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If exploring petroglyphs, old grave sites, house ruins, and antique airplanes interests you, then Gilroy is the place to visit! You can stroll through historic downtown Gilroy to learn fascinating facts about our founder, John Cameron Gilroy, and the garlic that’s made Gilroy famous around the…
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