Park opening and closing times vary. Operating schedule subject to change without notice; please call (408) 840-7100 or visit www.gilroygardens.org. Cash, traveler’s checks, personal checks with proper identification and most major credit cards are accepted. Prices subject to change without notice.

Park Rides (19 Total)

• Circus Trees (19 total) – Discover this unique collection of one-of-a-kind trees, which are bent and woven into unique shapes. No two are alike, and they can be found scattered throughout the park!
• Viewing Decks (Castle and Cantilever) – Spectacular viewing areas of the surrounding landscape located within the park.
• Oak Park Playground – Kids can climb, hang, swing and slide to their heart's content on this custom-designed play structure.
• Splash & Squirt – Kids can chase dancing water fountains that spout out of the ground and spurt from frogs’ mouths in this colorful, watery play zone. (For more information, call 408-840-7100 or visit www.gilroygardens.org for full details on water attraction operations, as some rules and attraction availability have changed.)
• Bonfante Falls – Five distinct types of waterfalls constructed with real rocks will amaze and delight guests who look closely to examine the different cascading patterns. (For more information, call 408-840-7100 or visit www.gilroygardens.org for full details on water attraction operations, as some rules and attraction availability have changed.)
• Sycamore Bridge – Giant sycamore trees grow around and through a wooden bridge, beckoning visitors into the park.
• Coyote Lake – More than 3 million gallons of water form this man-made lake in the heart of Gilroy Gardens.
• Dixie Cup Plaza – Holly oak trees shaped like giant Dixie cups will prompt visitors to ask, "How'd they do that?"
• Pitch 'n' Win – Try your luck at these old-fashioned games of skill for a chance to win exciting prizes!
• South County Picnic Grove – This gathering area is reserved for private parties and group functions.
• Learning Sheds 1–4 – Want to know the history of the Circus Trees? Wonder how they make the trees into such unusual shapes? Then step into any one of these educational kiosks located throughout the park and view a brief video on a variety of horticulture-related topics.
• Musical Market Show – Singing fruits and vegetables will entertain and delight the whole family.
• Pinnacles Rock Maze – Kids will have a blast finding their way through this misty rock maze.
• Information, Please! – Guests looking for educational materials or general park information can find it all here!
• Events Plaza – This open-air, outdoor event tent serves as a venue for special events and wedding receptions.
• Lakeside Amphitheater – This 750-seat outdoor venue is a perfect setting for live shows, presentations and performances.
• Bonfante’s Splash Garden™ – An interactive water play area with five attractions, where kids of all ages can climb up a replicated Circus Tree, play on a water-soaked teeter-totter, spin water wheels, tip over buckets of water or splash around in a bubbling fun zone. (For more information, call 408-840-7100 or visit www.gilroygardens.org for full details on water attraction operations, as some rules and attraction availability have changed.)

• Claudia's Garden – Named after Michael Bonfante’s wife, Claudia’s Garden is full of unusual conifer trees and shrubs, Japanese maples and Gilroy rock. Trees become corkscrews and other unusual shapes in this peaceful retreat. The garden comes alive with splashes of color as annual flower beds have been added throughout this primarily green conifer garden. In addition, numerous Aptos Blue Redwoods were lifted in by crane while almost 75 new specialty conifers took root in the garden.
• Rainbow Garden – An annual color garden featuring spectacular beds of blooms, topiaries  and garden art that can only be viewed from floating boats.
• Monarch Garden – Displays hundreds of tropical and sub-tropical trees and plants in the setting of a 60-foot-tall greenhouse. This greenhouse is so large that a stream, train and monorail can travel through it.
• Camellia Garden – Discover dozens of varieties of camellias, hollies and hawthorns or sit back to enjoy the animatronics singing fruits and vegetables at the Red and White Store stage.
• Holly Garden – This renewed garden features over 20 varieties of holly and five new holly topiaries created to educate guests about the diversity of leaf size and growth habits.
• South County Backroads Garden – South County Backroads, one of the park’s most popular family rides allowing guests to drive their own 1920s roadster or 1950s Chevy Corvette, blossomed in 2006. The two acre area has been re-named South County Backroads Garden and features more than one thousand new shrubs, 19 new annual flower beds and five new animal-themed topiaries designed to delight and entertain guests along their drive.

• San Juan Grill – Enjoy traditional chicken dinners in a mission-like setting honoring California oaks, acorns and history. A mural above the counter features a map of the California missions.
• Villa Pasta & Pizza – Enjoy zesty pasta dishes and delicious pizza fresh out of the oven.
• Uncle John's BBQ – Named after Michael Bonfante's uncle and one of the founders of Nob Hill Foods, Uncle John’s BBQ serves up BBQ Chicken Sandwiches, chicken strips, hot dogs and more.
• Sugar Plum Farm – Sugar Plum Farm is named after the Sugar Plum Restaurant that was located in Hollister. Just like the original, this eatery serves Apricot Freezes, as well as baked goods and deli sandwiches.
• Skeel's Funnel Cake – Bite into delectable funnel cakes and enjoy soft serve ice cream cones at Skeel’s. Originally named Skeel's Orange Freeze, it was named after the eatery of the same name located in Morgan Hill in the 1950's.
• Castroville Corners – Indulge in local crop treats like Gilroy garlic fries, deep-fried artichoke hearts and more.
• Miguelito's Taqueria – Enjoy south of the border treats like tacos, burritos and quesadillas.
• South County Cones – Cool off with a soft serve ice cream or Icee.
• Splits-n-Sundaes – Take a break and enjoy a refreshing ice cream sundae or strawberry shortcake. Ice-cold soft drinks are also available.

• Dixie Cup Gifts – Grab a roll of film on your way in and souvenirs on your way out. Don’t forget the sunscreen or unique clearance items!
• Hall's Mercantile – Choose from shirts, cups, key chains and a wide variety of logoed merchandise.
• Red Barn Gifts – Here you'll find the perfect gift no matter the occasion or time of year. Collectibles of all kinds make shopping both fun and easy!
• Animaland™ – Create and build your own furry friend at this new shop. Choose from an array of animals and outfits to match!
• The Rose Horse Candy Shoppe – Delicious assorted candies to satisfy any sweet tooth.
• The Hat Rack – Children and adults can shop among an array of caps, visors and logoed accessories.
• The Toy Box – A kid’s paradise of toys and a great spot to shop for that perfect park souvenir.
• The Toy Soldier – Boys and girls will find an array of toys and keepsakes to purchase and take home.