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Gilroy

California, United States · North America

About Gilroy

Gilroy sits on the route: 20 minutes from San Martin, 50km from WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.

Gilroy is a town located in California, United States. With a population of 53,231, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Gilroy sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Los Angeles time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Gilroy to your route.

About Gilroy

The Old City Hall is a historical building built in 1905, and once served as a courthouse, the mayor's office, a jail, a clerk office, and fire department. The building is located at 7410 Monterey Street in Gilroy, California. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places listings in Santa Clara County,

Read more California since April 16, 1975. The building is a good example of Californian architecture and the Mission Revival style at the turn of the century. It was nicknamed the "Grand Old Lady".

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Where is Gilroy located?

Gilroy is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 37.0058 latitude, -121.5683 longitude.

What is the population of Gilroy?

Gilroy has a population of approximately 53,231 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
53,231
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
37.0058, -121.5683

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United States

Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Gilroy

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

racetrack

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca

Famous for the Corkscrew - a dramatic downhill left-right chicane

50 km · about 55 min drive

landmark

Monterey Bay Aquarium

World-class aquarium on Cannery Row showcasing the marine habitats of Monterey Bay with living kelp forests.

52 km · about 60 min drive

landmark

Pebble Beach (Concours d'Elegance Venue)

The hallowed 18th fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links hosts the world's most prestigious classic car competition each August.

59 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near Gilroy

  • 60 km17-Mile DriveLegendary private toll road winding through Pebble Beach and Pacific Grove, passing the Lone Cypress, crashing surf at Bird Rock, and fairways of Pebble Beach Golf Links.
  • 77 kmBixby Bridge Viewpoint (Big Sur)The iconic concrete arch bridge spanning a deep canyon on the PCH, one of the most photographed bridges on the California coast.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Gilroy.

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Freedom

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