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Discover Downtown!

There’s always something going on in Downtown Gilroy

Come explore Gilroy’s charming Historic Downtown District, which features an eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, and other local businesses that artfully blend the old with the new.

At our charming antique stores and other specialty boutiques, you’ll find all kinds of jewelry, furniture, tools, toys, kitchenware, clothing and other unique treasures.

The Downtown area also has a number of wonderful dining options, from coffee and sandwiches to steaks, authentic Mexican food, Gilroy garlic favorites, and much more.

BUILDING A BETTER DOWNTOWN: Due to the Gourmet Alley renovation project, you may encounter some traffic delays or parking shortages when you visit downtown Gilroy. We appreciate your patience as we build a better Gilroy—and hope you will come back again to check it out once all the construction is complete!

Downtown Gilroy Parking Map

 

Self-Guided Walking Tour

Our self-guided downtown walking tour map will help you learn about all the great historical locations in Downtown Gilroy!

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“The revitalized city center has historic buildings and gorgeous murals tucked away in side streets telling the city’s story.”
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Take a Stroll Back in Time

The Gilroy Historic Paseo is a pathway that conveniently connects the shops and restaurants on Monterey Street with adjacent free parking lots. As you stroll through the Paseo, take a moment to look at the historic murals and interpretative panels to learn more about the city’s storied past, from the Early Settlers and roots of Agriculture through The Cowboy Era, the growth of Commerce and Hospitality, and of course, Gilroy’s long love affair with Garlic. (Located on Monterey Street between Fifth and Sixth Streets in downtown Gilroy)

Learn more about Gilroy’s past on the Gilroy City Historian web page.

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Events

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Country Line Dancing Night

February 20, 2025

When:
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Where:
1 Hummingbird Lane
San Martin, CA 95046 United States

Come out & cut loose with Clos LaChance on the dance floor!

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When:
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Where:
3200 Dryden Ave
Gilroy, CA 95020 United States

Unleash your inner artist and join Cinnabar Winery for a delightful evening of creativity, wine, and fun at the Paint & Sip Night! This event will be led by talented […]

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When:
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Where:
7419 Monterey St
Gilroy, CA 95020 United States

Don’t miss out on the trivia fun and beer at Promised Land Brewing Company every Friday from 7-9pm.

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