Westside Santa Cruz, CA
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Popular places to visit
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Enjoy the thrills at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and find out why people love this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
Santa Cruz Wharf
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 biking trails.
Natural Bridges State Park
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Natural Bridges State Park during your travels in Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
Ocean Street
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can enjoy retail therapy at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Pacific Avenue
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pacific Avenue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Cowell's Beach
Explore the waterfront of Cowell's Beach and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
Things to do
Big Sur Private Charter from San Francisco by Luxury SUV 10 hrs
Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max
Santa Cruz Must Sees: A Self-Guided Driving Tour
Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz Hotel Deals
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Reviewed on Jun 10, 2024
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Reviewed on Jun 10, 2024
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Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
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Reviewed on Jun 14, 2024
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Other neighborhoods around Westside Santa Cruz
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Circles
While there might not be top attractions in Circles, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Cowell's Beach.
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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.
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Downtown Santa Cruz
Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.
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Beach Hill - Beach Flats
Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Main Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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Upper Seabright
When in Upper Seabright, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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Seabright
While visiting Seabright, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Cruz Harbor and Seabright Beach.
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- Santa Cruz Wharf
- Natural Bridges State Park
- Ocean Street
- Pacific Avenue
- Cowell's Beach
- Main Beach
- Lighthouse Point Park
- Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
- Mission Santa Cruz
- Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
- Boardwalk Bowl
- Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park
- Swift Street Courtyard
- Cocoanut Grove
- Town Clock
- Sky Glider
- Neary Lagoon Park
- Pacific Garden Mall
- Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing
- Monterey Bay
- University of California
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