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Santa Cruz Travel Guide

Santa Cruz is a city in California, United States. It has many popular attractions, including Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Lighthouse Field State Beach, Seabright State Beach, perfect for a trip!
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Experience Santa Cruz

What to Do

Looking for things to do in Santa Cruz? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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California 1
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California 1

7.1
4.8/5494 Review
"Other Sightseeing Tours"
"Roads/Highways"
Stanford University
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Stanford University

7.1
4.8/5444 Review
"Schools"
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4.2
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17 Mile Drive
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17 Mile Drive

6.7
4.6/5224 Review
"Seashores"
"Islands/Peninsulas"
Carmel-By-The-Sea
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Carmel-By-The-Sea

6.4
4.5/5304 Review
"Towns"
Silicon Valley
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Silicon Valley

6.3
4.5/588 Review
"Featured Neighborhoods"
Monterey Bay Aquarium
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Monterey Bay Aquarium

6.2
4.6/5190 Review
"Aquariums"
Lighthouse Field State Beach

Lighthouse Field State Beach

3.3
5.0/52 Review
"National Parks"
"Seashores"
Apple Infinite Loop
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Apple Infinite Loop

5.5
4.6/539 Review
"Modern Architecture"
Seabright State Beach

Seabright State Beach

3.1
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"City Parks"
"Beaches"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Santa Cruz, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Santa Cruz dishes and foodie spots.
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Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Westside

Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Westside

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"Bars/Bistros"
Rosie McCann's Irish Pub

Rosie McCann's Irish Pub

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Avg. USD28/person
"Western-style"
"Open Late"
Sugo Italian Pasta Bar

Sugo Italian Pasta Bar

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"Western-style"
Laili Restaurant

Laili Restaurant

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Avg. USD13/person
"Asian Cuisine"
"Open Late"
Oswald

Oswald

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Avg. USD28/person
"Western-style"
"Open Late"
Soif Wine Bar and Merchants

Soif Wine Bar and Merchants

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Avg. USD28/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"Open Late"
Pacific Thai Santa Cruz

Pacific Thai Santa Cruz

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Avg. USD14/person
"Southeast Asian"
El Palomar

El Palomar

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Avg. USD28/person
"Latin American"
"Open Late"
Woodstock's Pizza

Woodstock's Pizza

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Avg. USD8/person
"Vegetarian"
Saturn Cafe

Saturn Cafe

5.0/51 Review
Avg. USD19/person
"Vegetarian"
Ideal Bar & Grill

Ideal Bar & Grill

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Avg. USD10/person
"Seafood"
Aquarius

Aquarius

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Avg. USD49/person
"Western-style"
"Open Late"

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