Quick Summary:

  • Question: Why is Gilroy known as the world's garlic capital?
  • Answer: Gilroy is sometimes called the world’s garlic capital. Located in the northern region of California, the city makes for an easy day out from the San Francisco Bay Area.
  • Question: What attractions can visitors enjoy in Gilroy?
  • Answer: Attractions include a family amusement park, several wineries, parks, and great restaurants.


  • Updated with new information since originally published.
  • Please support our journalism through affiliate links. Affiliate Disclosure
  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Kids & Family
Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park | Things to Do in Gilroy, California
© Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park

2. Christmas Hill Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Activities
Christmas Hill Park | Things to Do in Gilroy, California
© Courtesy of tonktiti - Fotolia.com

3. Kirigin Cellars Winery

Category: Food & Drink
Kirigin Cellars Winery | Things to Do in Gilroy, California
© Kirigin Cellars Winery

4. Satori Cellars

Category: Food & Drink
Satori Cellars | Things to Do in Gilroy, California
© Courtesy of goodluz - Fotolia.com

5. Martin Ranch Winery

Category: Food & Drink
Martin Ranch Winery | Things to Do in Gilroy, California
© Martin Ranch Winery

6. Hecker Pass Winery

Category: Food & Drink
Hecker Pass Winery | Things to Do in Gilroy, California
© Hecker Pass Winery

7. Fortino Winery

Category: Activities
Fortino Winery | Things to Do in Gilroy, California
© Fortino Winery

8. Solis Winery

Category: Food & Drink
Solis Winery | Things to Do in Gilroy, California
© Solis Winery

9. Sarah's Vineyard

Category: Food & Drink
Sarah's Vineyard | Things to Do in Gilroy, California
© Sarah's Vineyard

10. Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch County Park

Category: Activities
Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch County Park | Things to Do in Gilroy, California
© Courtesy of photobyjimshane - Fotolia.com

11. La Vie Dansante Wines

Category: Food & Drink
La Vie Dansante Wines | Things to Do in Gilroy, California
© La Vie Dansante Wines

12. Garlic World

Garlic World | Things to Do in Gilroy, California
© Garlic World

13. Chitactac-Adams Heritage County Park

Category: Activities
Chitactac-Adams Heritage County Park | Things to Do in Gilroy, California
© Zack Frank/stock.adobe.com

14. Limelight Actors Theater

Category: Entertainment
Limelight Actors Theater | Things to Do in Gilroy, California
© Limelight Actors Theater

15. Westside Grill

Category: Food & Drink
Westside Grill | Things to Do in Gilroy, California
© Westside Grill

16. Barbeque 152

Category: Food & Drink
Barbeque 152 | Things to Do in Gilroy, California
© Barbeque 152

Plan Your Trip

Get Ready to Go!

Need some more help?


Go to travel reservations.