4 Weekend Itineraries in Morgan Hill
Relax in the charming community of Morgan Hill, a small town just south of Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area. Conveniently located on HWY 101 south of San Jose and north of Gilroy, Morgan Hill feels like a world away. It’s the vacation you won’t need a vacation from!
We’ve put together 4 itineraries and compiled special offers to help you discover California’s newest getaway spot with a cute downtown and hip dining scene, award-winning wineries and family farms, and miles of parks and trails. Whether you’re traveling alone or with a partner, friend group, or your little ones, there is something for everyone! Mix and match experiences for your perfect Morgan Hill escape.
FAMILY FUN IN MORGAN HILL
Friday
Arrive and drop your overnight bags at one of our convnient and comfortable hotels.
Head out for a casual dinner at Sinaloa Café for authentic Mexican fusion cuisine and traditional favorites. Ask ahead for the “secret menu” of regional dishes not typically seen this side of the border.
Saturday
Start your morning browsing at the Morgan Hill Farmers Market for fresh local produce, meats, cheeses, kombucha, and more. The Sidewalk Saturdays outdoor marketplace is just across the street, seasonally! Enjoy the adjacent Railroad Park or head over to Nob Hill Trail Park for a whirl down the unique hillside slides.
Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch at Morgan Hill favorite, Rosy’s At The Beach. Rosy’s gets their seafood from Moss Landing in the Monterey Bay and offers up a casual ambience where everyone is welcome and kids can use crayons on the table.
Test your problem-solving skills out the M Escape Room or do a DIY craft at AR Workshop.
Afterwards, grab a paleta (ice popsicle) at La Playa Ice Cream Shop, an authentic Mexican ice cream parlor with over 50 delicious flavors to choose from.
Sunday
Enjoy a lazy Sunday morning breakfast at Lawson’s Bakery. The breakfast burritos have earned a popular reputation and they even serve a variety of mimosas for the parents!
No family trip is complete without a visit to Andy’s Orchard for delicious local fresh and dried stone fruit for the car ride home. Artisinal fruit grower, Andy, is a noted expert for the California Rare Fruit Grower’s organization, with one of the largest collections of heirloom stone fruit on the west coast.
WINE & DINE IN MORGAN HILL
Friday
Check into one of our comfortable and convenient hotels.
Dine at Odeum for a mouthwatering Mediterranean culinary experience from Michelin Star Chef, Sal Calisi. The chicken and waffles is a must-try and their menu features artful cocktails.
Saturday
Grab a breakfast bite, like the “cragel,” a cross between a croissant and bagel, at Coffee Guys before heading to the Farmer’s Market on Depot Street. Enjoy browsing over 35 vendors and chat with the local farmers and makers.
After you’ve worked up an appetite at the market, head over to Palmerino’s Italian Deli Market for a quaint Italian lunch, and maybe even a pasta making class or take a farm tour at Terra Amico Farms to see a working tomato farm in action.
Enjoy dinner at Ladera Grill, which is consistently rated one of the best Morgan Hill restaurants for service, quality, and fine wine.
Sunday
Grab a fresh donut or breakfast sandwich at O’Henrys before enjoying your Sunday with wine tasting at Guglielmo Winery. Founded in 1925, the Guglielmo family are California pioneer winemakers, coming up on nearly 100 years in continuous operation and an inventory of fantastic wines!
OPT OUTSIDE IN MORGAN HILL
Friday
Check into one of our comfortable and convenient hotels.
Head downtown for a casual dinner at Siam Thai, for tasty thai dishes and a cheerful patio. Then, head across the street to Bubbles & Brew Bistro for a glass of local wine or beer and some live music in the beer garden.
Saturday
Stop by GVA Café for your morning joe, and even a quick bite or smoothie.
Swing by one of “America’s Best Bike Shops,” Bike Therapy, to take a look at the latest road and mountain bikes and gear.
Head out for a hike at Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve in North Morgan Hill or take your bikes for a spin on Coyote Creek Parkway. The abundant fresh air and sweeping views of this treasured greenbelt and agricultural area will not disappoint!
On your way back to town, swing by P and V Winery in the heart of Coyote Valley for a tasting and live music… no one will mind your hiking clothes at this casual, family-run winery!
Head to dinner at Craft Roots Vegan Bar & Grill, ranked one the country’s top vegan restaurants. A tasty menu of wood-fired pizzas, vegan burgers, and salads will tantalize your tastebuds, vegan or not. Don’t miss their incredible menu of local wines, beer, and cocktails!
Sunday
Grab something at Lombardo’s Donuts and finish off your Morgan Hill getaway with a visit to Villa Mira Monte, a National Historic Place. Enjoy the Morgan Hill House and stroll the rose garden, centennial history walk, and Morgan Hill Museum.
WEEKEND WARRIOR IN MORGAN HILL
Friday
Check into one of our comfortable and convenient hotels.
Grab a sushi dinner at Creasian. After dinner head over to Chacho’s for a nightcap and people watching.
Saturday
Take a stroll around the Farmer’s Market and grab some picnic provisions – you’ll need them tomorrow! Walk around the downtown city center, and enjoy the beautiful public art, murals, and heritage oak tree.
Grab a locally crafted beer at Kelly Brewing Company, Morgan Hill’s only craft beer specialized in open-air fermentation. Check their calendar for the food truck schedule or hop over to nearby Jonty’s Vietnamese Eatery for a BYO bite to enjoy at the brewery.
Live it up Saturday night at MOHI Social with mouthwatering craft cocktails and family style farm-to-fork fare. The “fuego shots” are a spectacle you won’t want to miss and this pop-up dining concept was noted as one of the Bay Area’s top “fresh air finds” for outdoor dining.
Sunday
Up and at ‘em! Enjoy a decadent breakfast at Country Waffles Morgan Hill… the name says it all! Then, pack up your picnic goods from yesterday and head to Kirigin Cellars, one of California’s oldest wineries, to enjoy the expansive grounds, cellars, and wine tasting.