Circles Travel Guide

Santa Cruz

Popular places to visit

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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
Mystery Spot

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
Santa Cruz Wharf

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
Natural Bridges State Park

Natural Bridges State Park

4/5(9 reviews)

You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Natural Bridges State Park
Ocean Street

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
Santa Cruz Main Beach

Santa Cruz Main Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Cruz Main Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Santa Cruz Main Beach

Things to do

Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt

Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt

฿758
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

฿4,544
per adult
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
Meet Capitola Wine Bar owners!

Capitola Friday Night Food Tour

฿4,217
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Capitola Friday Night Food Tour
Capitola Private 2-Hour Walking Tour

Capitola Private 2-Hour Walking Tour

฿980
per adult
Capitola Private 2-Hour Walking Tour
Santa Cruz 2Hour Guided E-bike Tour for Small Groups

Santa Cruz 2Hour Guided eBike Tour for Small E-Bike Groups

฿3,596
per adult
Santa Cruz 2Hour Guided eBike Tour for Small E-Bike Groups
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

฿4,217
per adult
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz
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Top hotels in Circles

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is ฿3,876 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿3,876
฿4,484 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,084 reviews)
"common space was stylish + comfortable"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is ฿4,098 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
฿4,098
฿4,733 total
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,216 reviews)
"Friendly staff and convenient location."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
7500 Old Dominion Court, Aptos, CA
The price is ฿3,446 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿3,446
฿4,001 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Aptos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
"Perfect for our needs. Great location."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

2 out of 5
301 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is ฿3,782 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
฿3,782
฿4,378 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,239 reviews)
"Good!"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Marea Sol Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1410 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is ฿3,453 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿3,453
฿4,375 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,150 reviews)
"Great breakfast"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿8,437 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿8,437
฿9,601 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"Rooms had a wonderful view."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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Other neighbourhoods around Circles

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Mission Hill

While visiting Mission Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park.

Mission Hill
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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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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.

Downtown Santa Cruz
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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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Seabright

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

Seabright

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