Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
Amusement Park · Gilroy, California
Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park sits on Hecker Pass Highway in Gilroy, in Santa Clara County about 30 miles south of San Jose. Gilroy calls itself the Garlic Capital of the World, and the park sits in that farm country. It is unusual because it mixes gardens with rides. The park began as Bonfante Gardens - confirm - and is often described as run by a nonprofit that supports children's causes. Its best-known feature is the Circus Trees, a collection of living trees shaped into loops, hearts and baskets by the arborist Axel Erlandson - confirm the history. Around them are themed garden areas, small rides for young children, a few family coasters - confirm - and picnic lawns. It is built for families with children roughly two to ten. Older teens and thrill seekers will find it tame. The park runs seasonally, usually weekends in spring and autumn and daily in summer - confirm. Summers are hot, shade is uneven, and a parking fee applies - confirm. Plan a half day to a full day.
3050 Hecker Pass Highway, Gilroy, California, 95020, United States
Gilroy Gardens operates seasonally rather than every day of the year. A common pattern is weekends only in spring and autumn, daily operation through the summer school holidays, and a limited run of evening events near the winter holidays - confirm every date on the official calendar before you drive. Gates usually open mid to late morning and close in the early evening, with closing time earlier outside summer - confirm the day's hours. Some rides and the water play area run only in warm months or only on busy days, and individual attractions can close for maintenance or wind. Weekday school-group visits can fill the park in spring. Parking is charged per vehicle - confirm the amount - and the lot opens shortly before the gates.
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