Rio del Mar Travel Guide
Aptos
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Popular places to visit
Rio Del Mar Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Rio Del Mar Beach during your travels in Aptos? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.
Seascape Golf Club
Play a round of golf in Aptos at Seascape Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as cycling. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
Seacliff State Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Seacliff State Beach during your travels in Aptos? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
New Brighton State Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, New Brighton State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Aptos. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Potbelly Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Potbelly Beach during your trip to Aptos? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Cabrillo College
Explore the campus of Cabrillo College during your stay in Aptos. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.
Things to do
Top hotels in Rio del Mar
Seascape Beach Resort
The room was beautiful and the view from the room and its terrace was spectacular. The restaurant was outstanding in both service provided and quality of food served. The grounds--beach, pool, walking traisl--were finest kind. Seascape is a marvelous resort.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Staff was very helpful and professional.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Wonderful visit.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Restaurant and hotel staff were very friendly.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Room was clean and the beds were comfortable
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
The room was prepared well. Thiugb i had to clean the heat vents. I had to move the desk , it needed to be cleaned. The staff was great thougb .
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rio del Mar
Aptos Village
Aptos Village might not have many top sights, but Seacliff State Beach and Rio Del Mar Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Seacliff
If you're spending some time in Seacliff, Monterey Bay and Seacliff State Beach are top sights worth seeing.
