Gilroy, California — Ultimate City Guide

Why go

City in California, United States.
2 curated must-see attractions on record, including CordeValle.
Served by Hollister Municipal Airport (HLI).

History

Gilroy is a city in Santa Clara County, California, United States, south of the San Francisco Bay Area. It had a population of 59,520 as of the 2020 census.

Must-see attractions

CordeValle

1 Cordevalle Club Drive, San Martin, CA 95046

Outdoor

Eagle Ridge Golf Club

2951 Club Drive Gilroy, CA 95020

Outdoor

Airports

Salinas Municipal Airport (SNS) 24 mi to the centre

30 Mortensen Ave, Salinas, CA 93905 — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.

Indoor | Outdoor

Watsonville Municipal Airport (WVI) 12 mi to the centre

Watsonville, CA, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.

Indoor | Outdoor

Hollister Municipal Airport (HLI) 13 mi to the centre

Hollister, CA, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.

Indoor | Outdoor

Frazier Lake Airpark 8 mi to the centre

Hollister, CA, US

Outdoor

Kelcor Airport 15 mi to the centre

Hollister, CA, US

Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season

May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season

April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding

Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Hollister Municipal Airport (HLI); 3 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Gilroy, California. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.