Best things to do in Santa Cruz, CA
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Recommended activities in Santa Cruz
Tours & day trips
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Redwoods Forest Swimming
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Adventure & outdoor
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Santa Cruz Guided eBike Ride & Most Fun Bike e-Bike Tour
Activity duration is 2 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Classes & workshops
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Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Popular places to visit

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
4/5(69 reviews)
Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk as part of your trip to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
Pleasure Point Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Pleasure Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.










