Bath & Body Works

Bath & Body Works is a leading personal care and fragrance retailer offering body lotions, shower gels, candles, and home scents. Known for its seasonal collections and wide variety of fragrances, the brand focuses on self-care and affordable indulgence. It targets a broad audience of shoppers seeking quality scents and gifts at accessible prices.

Bath & Body Works is the apothecary of the 21st century. It is the authority dedicated to helping people find their own individual paths to well-being by bringing them the very best personal care products the world has to offer. Every item in more than 1,700 Bath & Body Works stores nationwide is created to help nourish the spirit, bring a sense of balance, and leave the customer feeling beautiful inside and out.

At the intersection of Hwy. 101 & Leavesley Rd. (Hwy. 152).

Gilroy Premium Outlets is a large outdoor outlet mall located at 681 Leavesley Road in Gilroy, California. It sits about 84 miles south of San Francisco and 41 miles northeast of Monterey, conveniently positioned just off U.S. Highway 101. The mall is approximately 20 miles south of Silicon Valley, making it accessible for visitors from the San Jose area and beyond. The surrounding region is primarily agricultural, with Gilroy known as the "Garlic Capital of the World," featuring farms and rural scenery. Nearby attractions include Gilroy Gardens, a theme park with agriculturally themed rides, located about five miles away. The outlet mall comprises over 145 stores spread across multiple shopping areas, offering a broad mix of retail options. Shoppers can find a variety of fashion and footwear outlets, including well-known brands such as Calvin Klein, Brooks Brothers, Kate Spade New York, and 7 For All Mankind. Sportswear and outdoor gear are represented by stores like Nike, Columbia Sportswear, Lululemon, Athletica, and The North Face. Footwear options range from casual brands like Crocs to more upscale choices such as Cole Haan. The mall also features stores catering to different age groups, including a Disney store for children and brands like Abercrombie & Fitch and American Apparel for teens. In addition to shopping, Gilroy Premium Outlets offers several services and amenities. There are multiple parking lots with generally free parking, although it can become busy during peak times. Food options include an Applebee’s restaurant, a Starbucks, and a popular In-N-Out Burger drive-thru, though the latter is often crowded. The mall also houses a California Welcome Center where visitors can obtain maps, guides, and coupons for local attractions. Restroom facilities are available but may require walking to nearby food establishments in some shopping zones. Gilroy Premium Outlets operates with varying hours, typically opening around noon and closing by early evening on Sundays, with more extended hours on other days. The mall’s layout across several distinct areas allows for a more relaxed shopping experience compared to a single large complex, although it requires some planning to navigate efficiently. Overall, it serves as a key shopping destination in Northern California, combining outlet retail with the rural charm of the Gilroy area.