Downtown Santa Cruz Travel Guide

Santa Cruz
Downtown Santa Cruz

Popular places to visit

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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4/5(41 reviews)

Enjoy the exciting rides at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and see why everyone loves this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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Mystery Spot

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Find out about the history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

Mystery Spot
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Santa Cruz Wharf

5/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront of Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Santa Cruz Wharf
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Natural Bridges State Park

4/5(9 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Natural Bridges State Park during your travels in Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Natural Bridges State Park
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Ocean Street

During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Ocean Street
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Santa Cruz Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Santa Cruz with a trip to Santa Cruz Harbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Santa Cruz Harbor

Things to do

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Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

£67
Per adult
Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy
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Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max

£317
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max
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Santa Cruz Must Sees: A Self-Guided Driving Tour

£3
Per adult
Santa Cruz Must Sees: A Self-Guided Driving Tour
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Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2

£86
Per adult
Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2
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5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic

£110
Per adult
5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic
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Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Santa Cruz

£110
Per adult
Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Santa Cruz
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Top hotels in Downtown Santa Cruz

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
3.5 out of 5
6001 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is £146 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
£146
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,061 reviews)
Great place to stay!
"The staff at this Hilton was amazing. Always answered the phone, accommodated a later checkout and we’re unflustered. The building is also beautiful. Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Pacific Blue Inn
Pacific Blue Inn
3 out of 5
636 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is £147 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
£147
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (776 reviews)
"Had a great one-night stay at Pacific Blue Inn. Bed was comfortable. It is walking distance to shops and restaurants. I felt safe. We checked in late. We were provided with details of check -in and parking from Calvin. He also gave us his cell number if we had questions. All went very well and it ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024

Pacific Blue Inn
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is £160 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
£160
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (455 reviews)
"Conveniently located! Walking distance to the boardwalk."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
407 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is £181 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
£181
per night
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,022 reviews)
"Great pool and jacuzzi."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is £176 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
£176
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"We love this property. Rainbow, crystal, Gabriele, Chris are part team that make it worth while. Rooms are great, didn’t have it cleaned in three days (not by our choice), the common restrooms during a busy weekend were dirty. They were not properly staffed for the graduations weekend (again, no ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2024

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is £355 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£355
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (976 reviews)
"Amazing! Very very happy with our stay ! Will be back for sure"

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz which includes water sports

Westside Santa Cruz

4/5(31 area reviews)

Travellers to Westside Santa Cruz praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.

Westside Santa Cruz
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Beach Hill - Beach Flats

While there might not be top attractions in Beach Hill - Beach Flats, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Main Beach.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats
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Upper Seabright

While Upper Seabright isn't home to many top sights, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor are some notable places to visit nearby.

Upper Seabright
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Seabright

While visiting Seabright, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Cruz Harbor and Seabright Beach.

Seabright
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Circles

While Circles may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Cowell's Beach.

Circles
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Westlake

When in Westlake, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Westlake

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