Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Click a topic below to learn more about what you need to know! If you still have questions, call us for more information at (408) 840-7100.
Admission
Directions
Donations
Food
Forms of Payment
Guests with Disabilities
Groups
Lockers
Operating Hours
Other Entertainment
Parking
Pets
Public Transportation
Rentals
Weather
ADMISSION
• What are your admission prices?
We have several admission options. Click here to see your online ordering options. Or click here to become a Member!
DIRECTIONS
• Where are you located?
We are located on Hecker Pass Highway (State Route 152), 3 miles west of U.S. 101 in Gilroy. Click here for driving directions.
DONATIONS
• Does Gilroy Gardens make donations to local groups?
As a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit corporation, we have a strong commitment to the community and are proud to support like-minded organizations. For more information, please go to our Donation Requests page.
FOOD
• Can you bring in your own food and are there picnic areas inside the Park?
No outside food is allowed inside the park. We pride ourselves in offering more than just hamburgers, pizza, chicken fingers, hot dogs and fries. Yes, we have those, but our restaurants are also equipped to offer: healthy choices, non-fried foods, reduced calories, vegetarian, and vegan. Guests may pick up a food brochure at the Front Gate, our Welcome Center, or click here for an online menu.
Should a child or other guest have a medical condition that requires special attention, please check in with Guest Services at the Front Gate and ask to speak with a Supervisor. Our Supervisors will make reasonable accommodations for the person with the medical condition.
If guests choose to bring their own food and picnic we have a shaded picnic area available for this purpose located beside our Processing Center at the exit.
For the safety of everyone, glass containers of any kind are not allowed inside the Park.
FORMS OF PAYMENT
• Do you accept credit cards?
For your convenience Gilroy Gardens accepts cash, personal and travelers' checks, Visa, MasterCard and American Express. We do not currently accept Discover card. Most payment types require additional identification. An ATM is available inside the park at our Welcome Center and at the Front Gate near Will Call.
GUESTS WITH DISABILITIES
• Is the Park handicap accessible?
All of our main pathways and buildings are wheelchair accessible. All of our 21 rides and most of our 22 attractions are likewise accessible. Ride accessibility is dependent upon safety issues and height limits in some cases in all three levels of rides in our Park. Five of our six Gardens are handicap accessible. For more information download our Guest Assistance Guide.
• Do you have handicap parking?
Gilroy Gardens has a number of designated Handicapped Parking spots located near the large arched structure in Parking Lot A and they are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking is $10.00 per vehicle (excluding buses and 15-passenger vans).
• Do you have wheelchairs/motorized carts?
Wheelchairs are available for rent just inside the turnstiles at Dixie Cup Plaza. Our rental rates are $15 for a standard wheelchair, and $45 for an electronic wheelchair. A limited number of each are available on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be placed on reserve in advance.
GROUPS
• Do you have birthday parties and group packages available?
Yes! We offer birthday parties at the Park including discounted tickets through Group Sales. Click here for details and pricing. Call (408) 840-7100 for more information.
• Do you allow weddings at the Park?
Yes! We offer several wedding packages. Call (408) 840-7100 for more information or visit our weddings page.
LOCKERS
• Do you have lockers?
Lockers are available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis. They are located inside the Park, behind Sugar Plum Farm Restaurant, just past Sycamore Bridge, near the restrooms.
OPERATING HOURS
• How late are you open?
Please see our calendar here.
OTHER ENTERTAINMENT
• What else is there to do in the Gilroy area?
For more information on additional activities in the Gilroy area, contact the Gilroy Visitors Bureau at www.gilroyvisitor.org or call (408) 842-6436.
PARKING
• Is there a charge for parking?
Parking is $10 per vehicle, including RVs. Buses and 15-passenger vans may park for FREE.
• Do you have handicap parking?
Gilroy Gardens has a number of designated Handicapped Parking spots located near the large arched structure in Parking Lot A and they are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking is $10.00 per vehicle (excluding buses and 15-passenger vans).
• Can I bring my RV to the park?
RVs are welcome for day use only, but there is no overnight parking. Thousand Trails in nearby Morgan Hill and Betabel RV Resort in San Juan Bautista can accommodate extended vehicle stays for RVs. Parking is $10.00 per vehicle (excluding buses and 15-passenger vans).
PETS
• Are animals allowed at the park?
Only animals that the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines as Service Animals are allowed in the park. Due to the nature of some attractions, service animals may not be permitted to ride. In those instances, a member of your party must remain with the animal.
• Do you have kennel facilities?
Gilroy Gardens has a very limited kennel facility. We encourage guests to leave their pets at home whenever possible. Special considerations are made for licensed sight, hearing and companion guide dogs, all of which are allowed to enter the Park.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
• Is there public transportation to the Park?
At this time, the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) offers busing to downtown Gilroy. Please visit their website or call (408) 321-2300 for more information on routes. There is no bus service directly to the Park, but taxi service is available.
RENTALS
• Do you have strollers available?
We have a limited number of strollers available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be placed on reserve in advance. They are $10 for a single stroller and $15 for a double stroller.
• Do you have wheelchairs/motorized carts?
Wheelchairs are available for rent just inside the turnstiles at Dixie Cup Plaza. Our rental rates are $15 for a standard wheelchair, and $45 for an electronic wheelchair. A limited number of each are available on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be placed on reserve in advance.
• Do you have lockers?
Lockers are available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis. They are located inside the Park, behind Sugar Plum Farm Restaurant, just past Sycamore Bridge, near the restrooms.
WEATHER
• What is the weather like?
Gilroy can get warm in the summer time. We recommend you bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen, all of which are available for purchase at the Park. Click here for current weather conditions.
Admission
Directions
Donations
Food
Forms of Payment
Guests with Disabilities
Groups
Lockers
Operating Hours
Other Entertainment
Parking
Pets
Public Transportation
Rentals
Weather
ADMISSION
• What are your admission prices?
We have several admission options. Click here to see your online ordering options. Or click here to become a Member!
DIRECTIONS
• Where are you located?
We are located on Hecker Pass Highway (State Route 152), 3 miles west of U.S. 101 in Gilroy. Click here for driving directions.
DONATIONS
• Does Gilroy Gardens make donations to local groups?
As a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit corporation, we have a strong commitment to the community and are proud to support like-minded organizations. For more information, please go to our Donation Requests page.
FOOD
• Can you bring in your own food and are there picnic areas inside the Park?
No outside food is allowed inside the park. We pride ourselves in offering more than just hamburgers, pizza, chicken fingers, hot dogs and fries. Yes, we have those, but our restaurants are also equipped to offer: healthy choices, non-fried foods, reduced calories, vegetarian, and vegan. Guests may pick up a food brochure at the Front Gate, our Welcome Center, or click here for an online menu.
Should a child or other guest have a medical condition that requires special attention, please check in with Guest Services at the Front Gate and ask to speak with a Supervisor. Our Supervisors will make reasonable accommodations for the person with the medical condition.
If guests choose to bring their own food and picnic we have a shaded picnic area available for this purpose located beside our Processing Center at the exit.
For the safety of everyone, glass containers of any kind are not allowed inside the Park.
FORMS OF PAYMENT
• Do you accept credit cards?
For your convenience Gilroy Gardens accepts cash, personal and travelers' checks, Visa, MasterCard and American Express. We do not currently accept Discover card. Most payment types require additional identification. An ATM is available inside the park at our Welcome Center and at the Front Gate near Will Call.
GUESTS WITH DISABILITIES
• Is the Park handicap accessible?
All of our main pathways and buildings are wheelchair accessible. All of our 21 rides and most of our 22 attractions are likewise accessible. Ride accessibility is dependent upon safety issues and height limits in some cases in all three levels of rides in our Park. Five of our six Gardens are handicap accessible. For more information download our Guest Assistance Guide.
• Do you have handicap parking?
Gilroy Gardens has a number of designated Handicapped Parking spots located near the large arched structure in Parking Lot A and they are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking is $10.00 per vehicle (excluding buses and 15-passenger vans).
• Do you have wheelchairs/motorized carts?
Wheelchairs are available for rent just inside the turnstiles at Dixie Cup Plaza. Our rental rates are $15 for a standard wheelchair, and $45 for an electronic wheelchair. A limited number of each are available on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be placed on reserve in advance.
GROUPS
• Do you have birthday parties and group packages available?
Yes! We offer birthday parties at the Park including discounted tickets through Group Sales. Click here for details and pricing. Call (408) 840-7100 for more information.
• Do you allow weddings at the Park?
Yes! We offer several wedding packages. Call (408) 840-7100 for more information or visit our weddings page.
LOCKERS
• Do you have lockers?
Lockers are available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis. They are located inside the Park, behind Sugar Plum Farm Restaurant, just past Sycamore Bridge, near the restrooms.
OPERATING HOURS
• How late are you open?
Please see our calendar here.
OTHER ENTERTAINMENT
• What else is there to do in the Gilroy area?
For more information on additional activities in the Gilroy area, contact the Gilroy Visitors Bureau at www.gilroyvisitor.org or call (408) 842-6436.
PARKING
• Is there a charge for parking?
Parking is $10 per vehicle, including RVs. Buses and 15-passenger vans may park for FREE.
• Do you have handicap parking?
Gilroy Gardens has a number of designated Handicapped Parking spots located near the large arched structure in Parking Lot A and they are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking is $10.00 per vehicle (excluding buses and 15-passenger vans).
• Can I bring my RV to the park?
RVs are welcome for day use only, but there is no overnight parking. Thousand Trails in nearby Morgan Hill and Betabel RV Resort in San Juan Bautista can accommodate extended vehicle stays for RVs. Parking is $10.00 per vehicle (excluding buses and 15-passenger vans).
PETS
• Are animals allowed at the park?
Only animals that the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines as Service Animals are allowed in the park. Due to the nature of some attractions, service animals may not be permitted to ride. In those instances, a member of your party must remain with the animal.
• Do you have kennel facilities?
Gilroy Gardens has a very limited kennel facility. We encourage guests to leave their pets at home whenever possible. Special considerations are made for licensed sight, hearing and companion guide dogs, all of which are allowed to enter the Park.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
• Is there public transportation to the Park?
At this time, the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) offers busing to downtown Gilroy. Please visit their website or call (408) 321-2300 for more information on routes. There is no bus service directly to the Park, but taxi service is available.
RENTALS
• Do you have strollers available?
We have a limited number of strollers available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be placed on reserve in advance. They are $10 for a single stroller and $15 for a double stroller.
• Do you have wheelchairs/motorized carts?
Wheelchairs are available for rent just inside the turnstiles at Dixie Cup Plaza. Our rental rates are $15 for a standard wheelchair, and $45 for an electronic wheelchair. A limited number of each are available on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be placed on reserve in advance.
• Do you have lockers?
Lockers are available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis. They are located inside the Park, behind Sugar Plum Farm Restaurant, just past Sycamore Bridge, near the restrooms.
WEATHER
• What is the weather like?
Gilroy can get warm in the summer time. We recommend you bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen, all of which are available for purchase at the Park. Click here for current weather conditions.
