Choose a holiday rental for your Gilroy getaway
The area's festivals and wineries are just some of the reasons to come on holiday to Gilroy. Renowned for its shopping, gardens and restaurants, this city welcomes all visitors. With a holiday rental, you get a home away from home – many rentals offer full kitchens and outdoor grills for some home cooking.
Sightseeing in and around Gilroy
Do you want to find attractions to visit during your stay? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that makes Gilroy a one-of-a-kind holiday spot. Here are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (24.8 mi / 40 km)
- Eagle Ridge Golf Club (2.4 mi / 3.8 km)
- Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park (3.4 mi / 5.4 km)
- Mount Madonna Center (9.8 mi / 15.7 km)
- Cinnabar Hills Golf Club (15.1 mi / 24.4 km)
- Leal Vineyards (17 mi / 27.3 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Gilroy
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Gilroy is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. These are some of the area's most eye-catching features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Monterey Bay (25.3 mi / 40.7 km)
- Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve (15.7 mi / 25.3 km)
- Sunset State Beach (16.8 mi / 27 km)
- Santa Cruz Mountains (16.9 mi / 27.2 km)
- Manresa State Beach (17 mi / 27.4 km)
- La Selva Beach (17.1 mi / 27.5 km)
Travelling to and around Gilroy
The nearest airport is in Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), located 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you can also fly into Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 23.6 mi (38.1 km) away.
If you're travelling by train, the main station is Gilroy Station.