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Gilroy Gardens
Explorer
Educational Field Trip
Program Highlights
Our Gilroy Gardens Explorer Educational Field Trip includes:
- Admission to all rides and attractions, some of which feature local horticulture.
- Chaperone instructions and sample itinerary for self-guided educational exploration.
- Educational Activity Packets for each participant.
- Exclusive Gilroy Gardens Explorer Badge as a keepsake.
- ADD ON: Save time with our easy, kid-friendly box lunch options! Contact us to learn more about this option.
This educational experience is perfect for:
- Schools
- Summer Camps
- Daycares
- Homeschool Groups
- Other educational organizations seeking to add an additional educational component to their visit.
To start planning your trip, please complete the form below—or just give us a call!
Gilroy Gardens is a Living Laboratory!
Watch students’ curiosity bloom as they explore nature through immersive, hands-on learning experiences.
Monarch Butterfly Life Cycle
Immerse your students in the magical journey from caterpillar to butterfly and discover the wonders of metamorphosis up close!
Marvel at the Circus Trees
Discover the art and science behind our Circus Trees while exploring grafting, horticulture, and tree conservation.
Find the Food You Eat
Discover how plants sustain us with a hands-on look at the foods we eat every day!
Contact Group Sales
Ready to get started? Submit the form below or just give us a call at 408-840-7148 to discuss your field trip or schedule a park tour. We look forward to helping you create an unforgettable trip!
Support Our
Educational Mission
Gilroy Gardens, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational institution whose mission is to educate and inspire families, especially children, to appreciate horticulture and the importance of trees in our lives by providing fun and memories in a beautiful garden setting.
Donations are always welcome. Find out more about ways you can help support our educational mission!