This is a great beach to spend the day at. There are public bathrooms and parking. It is nearby restaurants and downtown Santa Cruz.
Rent a stand up paddle board and hit the water!
When in Santa Cruz it is a must to visit the boardwalk and ride one of America's top wooden roller coasters-the Giant Dipper.
This is a great location for hikes and experiencing the majestic redwoods. It is a State Park, so there will be a parking fee, however there are places to park on the street and walk in if you wish to do so.
The mystery spot is a must-see unique spot!
Take a walk or a drive along West Cliff and stop at the surfing museum and the surfing monument along the way!
Take an easy 1.3 mile hike through the redwoods in Aptos.
Visit one of the biggest point of interest beaches in Santa Cruz!
Go window shopping in downtown Santa Cruz where you can kind the Santa Cruz Bookshop, O'Neil Surf Shop, the Crazy Sock Shop and so much more!
This breakfast place is located in downtown Santa Cruz. It is just around the corner from plenty of stores and boutiques. It is a great place to enjoy a meal prior to strolling through the heart of downtown. Parking is available in the pay by the hour parking structure on the cross of Cedar St and Walnut St.
This is a very unique and delicious ice creamery with constantly changing flavors all made at the shop. Street parking is available along with a pay by the hour parking garage on Cedar St. and Walnut St,
This is a great little burger joint near the downtown Capitola area. They have awesome burgers, fries, milkshakes and more. There is a parking lot on site.
Grab a slice of yummy thin sliced pizza.
This place is great for poke bowls, tasty drinks and more. There is parking available on site. This spot is also close to the Capitola Mall and a short drive from downtown Capitola.
Hands down the best place for acai bowls in Santa Cruz.
Eat some delicious seafood on the wharf.
This is one of our favorite place to eat, especially for their crab cakes and yummy cocktails!