Santa Cruz boardwalk is an exceptionally fun time, with roller coasters and funnel cake right on the beach, it is hard to beat. Multiple famous movies have also been filmed here. These movies include The Lost Boys, Us and Chasing Mavericks.
Santa Cruz Wharf
21 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
If you'd rather catch a view of some seals, eat some good food and have the sound of the ocean in the background...the Wharf is the place to go! Just neighboring the boardwalk, Santa Cruz Wharf offers much to do, see and eat.
Cannery Row
Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940
Historic Cannery Row in Monterey is one of the most beautiful streets to walk, rich industrial history blends with seafood and the fishermen of one of the most beautiful bays in the world.
Natural Bridges State Beach, Bride's Favorite
2531 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Natural Bridges has some of the most gorgeous coastal views, while also boasting tide pools. On most days you can see starfish, anemone, hermit crabs and so many more sea creatures. This was one of the wives favorite places to go growing up!
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Groom's Favorite
101 North Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA 95018
For those who have never had a chance to see a redwood in person, this stop comes highly recommended from the groom. Cross it off your bucket list and see some of the oldest trees in the states.
Aptos Vineyard
105C Post Office Drive, Aptos, CA 95003
For all the wine lovers, take a day to relax and sip some delicious wines in the mountains of Santa Cruz. Aptos Winery offers all a wine lover could imagine.
Sante Adairius • Santa Cruz Portal
1315 Water Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
For all the Colorado craft beer lovers attending, this is a brewery near the wedding venue that boasts West Coast Style IPAs, Porters, Belgian Strong Ales and more.
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Carmel-by-the-Sea is a beautiful white sand beach town with plenty of shops and a historic Mission as well as a multitude of museums regarding its history.
Capitola Beach
Capitola, CA 95010
A short distance away you can see the historical colorful homes painting the shoreline of Capitola Beach