Visitors really like Santa Cruz, especially its entertainment and beaches. Enjoy outdoor activities like camping and biking. Top attractions include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. While you're here, make time to enjoy other sights such as Monterey Bay.
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Chaminade Resort & Spa
Chaminade Resort & Spa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
The price is $265
includes taxes & fees
$236 per night
Feb 2 - Feb 3
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Top neighborhoods in Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz's Westside Santa Cruz neighborhood is known for its beaches and amusement parks, and entices visitors with attractions including Monterey Bay and Pacific Avenue.
Top landmarks in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
If thrills are what you're after, head to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from central Santa Cruz. If you have fun at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, you'll love Boardwalk Bowl and Sky Glider, both a short walk away.
Santa Cruz and related destinations
Santa Cruz is hailed for its sports and seaside while top attractions include Monterey Bay. Visitors highlight this walkable city's entertainment while sights include Ocean Street and Mission Santa Cruz.
Notable for its seaside, Point Pleasant - Toms River features attractions such as Island Beach State Park Entrance and Ocean County Mall. Visitors to this beachside city speak highly of the bars whereas sights include Seaside Park Beach and Seaside Heights Beach.
Notable for its seaside, Ogunquit - Wells features attractions such as Footbridge Beach and Ogunquit Beach. This beachside city has something for everyone including seafood restaurants as well as sights like Moody Beach and Ogunquit Playhouse. All are within a scenic setting.
Red Bank - Tinton Falls is applauded for its live music and entertainment with such cultural attractions as Two River Theater and Count Basie Theater. Visitors highlight this beachside city's seaside while sights include Monmouth Park and Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park.
Oregon Coast, well-known for its seaside and casinos, features attractions such as Cape Perpetua and Thor's Well. Visitors to this beachside city speak highly of the seafood restaurants whereas sights include Yachats Beach and Siuslaw National Forest.
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Santa Cruz Travel Information
Best Time to Visit | March, April and July |
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Average Stay | 2 days |
International Airports | San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), Viru Viru Intl. Airport (VVI) |
Popular Sights | Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, University of California, Santa Cruz and Natural Bridges State Park |
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