Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Santa Cruz February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Santa Cruz Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz.dx6128899)[Hotels in Santa Cruz](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels.d6128899.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Santa Cruz Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Santa-Cruz.d6128899.Car-Hire-Guide)[Santa Cruz Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz.d6128899.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Santa Cruz ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Santa Cruz Types of activities Where to stay [Santa Cruz travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz.dx6128899) ![Conchi Natural Pool featuring general coastal views as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223699/e95a88b6-168d-41b5-8042-328147edcac3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Conchi Natural Pool featuring general coastal views as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223699/e95a88b6-168d-41b5-8042-328147edcac3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Conchi Natural Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223699/ddc1496f-3d41-4767-bb81-56a77e07214c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Conchi Natural Pool showing general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223699/f4eb5dbc-31f4-4f7f-991d-f07178eda76e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Santa Cruz which includes animals and zoo animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128899/fde26a54-ec02-471a-a01c-e29872c9964f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Santa Cruz Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Santa Cruz has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Santa Cruz, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Santa Cruz with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Santa Cruz Santa Cruz is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Santa Cruz, and make it a breeze to explore Santa Cruz and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Santa Cruz to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Santa Cruz, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Santa Cruz. #### Santa Cruz attractions Santa Cruz has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Santa Cruz to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Santa Cruz. Looking for things to do in Santa Cruz can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Santa Cruz | Number of things to do | 295 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Oranjestad, Aruba Historical GPS Self Guided Audio Walking Tour](/things-to-do/oranjestad-aruba-historical-gps-self-guided-audio-walking-tour.a50655733.activity-details): £8 | | Top 5 things to do | [De Palm Island Adventure Awaits](/things-to-do/de-palm-island-all-inclusive-adventure.a205568.activity-details)[Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar](/things-to-do/catamaran-dolphin-snorkelling-cruise-open-bar-light-lunch-i-love-aruba-shirt.a1428834.activity-details)[Atlantis Submarine Dive Aruba](/things-to-do/atlantis-submarine-dive-aruba.a205588.activity-details)[Aruba Off-Road quad bike Tour with Cave Pool Swim](/things-to-do/aruba-off-road-quad-bike-tour-with-cave-pool-swim.a1114202.activity-details)[Aruba UTV, quad bike Adventure to Secret Beach and Cave Pool](/things-to-do/aruba-utv-quad-bike-adventure-to-secret-beach-and-cave-pool.a1699193.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar](/things-to-do/catamaran-dolphin-snorkelling-cruise-open-bar-light-lunch-i-love-aruba-shirt.a1428834.activity-details)[Atlantis Submarine Dive Aruba](/things-to-do/atlantis-submarine-dive-aruba.a205588.activity-details)[Sunset Sailing Cruise by Catamaran with Snacks & Cocktails](/things-to-do/sunset-sailing-cruise-by-catamaran-with-snacks-cocktails.a306750.activity-details)[Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise Aboard The Dolphin Catamaran](/things-to-do/catamaran-dolphin-sunset-adventure-cruise.a1428856.activity-details)[Seaworld Explorer Aruba - Tour by Semi-Submarine](/things-to-do/seaworld-explorer-aruba-tour-by-semi-submarine.a205574.activity-details) | | With kids | [De Palm Island Adventure Awaits](/things-to-do/de-palm-island-all-inclusive-adventure.a205568.activity-details)[Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar](/things-to-do/catamaran-dolphin-snorkelling-cruise-open-bar-light-lunch-i-love-aruba-shirt.a1428834.activity-details)[Atlantis Submarine Dive Aruba](/things-to-do/atlantis-submarine-dive-aruba.a205588.activity-details)[Sunset Sailing Cruise by Catamaran with Snacks & Cocktails](/things-to-do/sunset-sailing-cruise-by-catamaran-with-snacks-cocktails.a306750.activity-details)[Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise Aboard The Dolphin Catamaran](/things-to-do/catamaran-dolphin-sunset-adventure-cruise.a1428856.activity-details) | ## What to do in Santa Cruz --- ### Popular places to visit ![Conchi Natural Pool featuring general coastal views as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223699/e95a88b6-168d-41b5-8042-328147edcac3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Conchi Natural Pool Hike to this remote and rugged natural pool, where wild ocean waves crash into the volcanic rocks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Conchi-Natural-Pool-Santa-Cruz.d6223699.Attraction) ![Kite surfing in Aruba.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128899/3aeb6c78-50a3-4930-a800-3d208989f784.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### De Palm Island Enjoy an outing to De Palm Island during your stay in Santa Cruz. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/De-Palm-Island-Santa-Cruz.d6223701.Attraction) ![Donkey Sanctuary showing zoo animals and animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223707/27b1f1ec-8d71-45da-8d4f-e9d7ba655f95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Donkey Sanctuary Feed, pet and learn more about these adorable creatures at this non-profit sanctuary devoted to their well-being. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Donkey-Sanctuary-Santa-Cruz.d6223707.Attraction) ![Kite surfing in Aruba.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128899/3aeb6c78-50a3-4930-a800-3d208989f784.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Palm Island Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Palm Island during your travels in Santa Cruz. Discover the desert landscape while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Palm-Island-Santa-Cruz.d810278614735446016.Attraction) ![Small cove beach inside Arikok National Park #beach #cove #aruba](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128899/db3b6045-9fa6-4c26-8a55-bfb8e4dd9892.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dos Playa Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Dos Playa during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dos-Playa-Santa-Cruz.d553248635977061625.Attraction) #### Arikok National Park Visitors Center Explore the lovely green spaces of Arikok National Park Visitors Center and enjoy the snorkelling in Santa Cruz. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arikok-National-Park-Visitors-Center-Santa-Cruz.d553248621551385099.Attraction) #### Aruba Lava Formation Explore the great outdoors at Aruba Lava Formation, a lovely green space in Santa Cruz. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aruba-Lava-Formation-Santa-Cruz.d638622714604601344.Attraction) #### Blue Parrotfish Water Park Enjoy a fun-filled day at Blue Parrotfish Water Park during your visit to Santa Cruz. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Blue-Parrotfish-Water-Park-Santa-Cruz.d6070811.Attraction) #### Balashi Gold Smelter Ruins You can learn about the history of Balashi when you stop by Balashi Gold Smelter Ruins. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Balashi-Gold-Smelter-Ruins-Santa-Cruz.d6070809.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Santa Cruz ![This resort was so quite and relaxing. This is the place that is not too crowded and has everything you want in a resort.. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128899/d6fff323-ed10-410c-a721-c9f3cab52b06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cas Ariba While Cas Ariba isn't home to many top sights, Hooiberg and Donkey Sanctuary are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Cas-Ariba.dx553248635976399636) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Jamanota If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Jamanota and surrounding area, you can visit Arikok National Park Visitors Center and Donkey Sanctuary. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Jamanota.dx553248635976396256) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Macuarima While Macuarima isn't home to many top sights, Donkey Sanctuary and Hooiberg are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Macuarima.dx553248635976399079) ![Warm blue and green water. It is difficult to return home from this tropical paradise. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128899/66f4766f-fd2e-44ac-88e3-0dc02899ad00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Warawara Warawara might not have many top sights, but Donkey Sanctuary and Arikok National Park Visitors Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Warawara.dx553248635976399130) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Angochi Angochi might not have many top sights, but Arikok National Park Visitors Center and Donkey Sanctuary are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Angochi.dx553248635976398702) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mon Pos While there might not be top attractions in Mon Pos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aruba Ostrich Farm and Hooiberg. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Mon-Pos.dx553248635976397905) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Santa Cruz ![Oranjestad](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/450/4a64d134-fe42-4b5e-bae4-2c21e172b2fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Oranjestad ![A tiki on the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094882/d2d016b6-743e-42ea-b81a-2482a672e675.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Savaneta ![Ferry boat carrying passengers to De Palm island. This off-shore all inclusive resort includes unlimited drinks and buffet, activities such as zip lining, snorkel and bananaboating and a water park! A fun family all day adventure!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/450/6e48e244-6b89-4fd6-8657-d60e1a90e7ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Balashi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Santa Cruz worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Santa Cruz? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Santa Cruz? ### Is three days enough to stay in Santa Cruz? ### Is Santa Cruz a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Santa Cruz with kids? > - [De Palm Island Adventure Awaits](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/de-palm-island-all-inclusive-adventure.a205568.activity-details) > - [Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/catamaran-dolphin-snorkelling-cruise-open-bar-light-lunch-i-love-aruba-shirt.a1428834.activity-details) > - [Atlantis Submarine Dive Aruba](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/atlantis-submarine-dive-aruba.a205588.activity-details) > - [Sunset Sailing Cruise by Catamaran with Snacks & Cocktails](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunset-sailing-cruise-by-catamaran-with-snacks-cocktails.a306750.activity-details) > - [Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise Aboard The Dolphin Catamaran](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/catamaran-dolphin-sunset-adventure-cruise.a1428856.activity-details) ### What to do in Santa Cruz for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Santa Cruz? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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