Gilroy Gardens

Amusement park Gilroy, California, United States

What to expect

Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park is a horticulture-themed amusement park featuring over 40 rides and attractions, including roller coasters, family rides, and water play areas. The park is home to the world-famous Circus Trees, a collection of 19 trees grafted and shaped by Axel Erlandson. Visitors can explore six unique gardens, including the serene Claudia's Garden and the tropical Monarch Garden. The park offers a variety of activities for families, including a carousel, train ride, and paddle boats. The Water Oasis area provides a fun place for kids to splash and play, while the Green Barn offers a space for artistic creativity and scientific discovery

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Gilroy Gardens, an amusement park with a unique agriculture theme. The park is a bit lacking in thrill rides, but that’s what makes it enchanting and less stressful

Highlights: My kids, who are still small, are always intrigued by the circus trees, cultivated using elaborate grafting techniques that have transformed them into works of art ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the horticultural amusement park and enjoyed the rides specifically designed for small kids

Highlights: Our kids found nice spots to keep them happy at Gilroy Park, like the Garlic Twirl, the Mushroom Swing, and the Artichoke Dip ✨