$ For those who like quirky tours and Ripley's Believe it or Not. Come visit and grab your novelty Mystery Spot merch and bumper sticker to show your Santa Cruz spirit.
$ Although the rides will be closed, you can visit the arcade and bowling alley for a fun afternoon. TIP: If you're a fan of "US" or "The Lost Boys," beat the crowds and visit around 10am to stroll through the Boardwalk and see filming locations (admission is FREE!)
FREE Spend a day on the beach and visit the sea lions on the wharf. If you're looking for more information about the local marine life, visit the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center located across the street from the wharf (also free!). Recommended food: Go to the Dolphin (at the end of the wharf) and order their clam chowder in a bread bowl!
$ Want to visit a marine lab run by UC Santa Cruz? Visit here to learn about marine life, pet sea creatures, and take photos with the skeleton of a blue whale!
$-$$$ For those looking to visit the nicest haunted mansion in California.
$$$ Visit the best aquarium around. After that, visit Cannery Row and look for all of the Steinbeck memorabilia around town.