Downtown Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz
Downtown Santa Cruz
Photo by MF Shearer
Photo by MF Shearer
Photo by Trevor Cleveland
Photo by Trevor Cleveland

Popular places to visit

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4/5(41 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk during your visit to 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
Natural Bridges State Park

Natural Bridges State Park

4/5(9 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Natural Bridges State Park, a lovely green space in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Natural Bridges State Park
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
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
Pacific Avenue

Pacific Avenue

During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Pacific Avenue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Pacific Avenue

Things to do

Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

S$112
Per adult
Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

S$169
Per adult
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz
Bixby Bridge

Big Sur Private SUV Charter - San Francisco Round trip or One way

S$1,629
Per adult
Big Sur Private SUV Charter - San Francisco Round trip or One way
Bixby Bridge

Private Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur Day Trip from San Francisco

S$1,198
Per adult
Private Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur Day Trip from San Francisco
5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic

5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic

S$183
Per adult
5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic
Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area

Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area

S$158
Per adult
Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area
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Top hotels in Downtown Santa Cruz

Pacific Blue Inn
Pacific Blue Inn
3 out of 5
636 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$143 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
S$143
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (816 reviews)
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Reviewed on 27 Oct,2024

Pacific Blue Inn
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is S$136 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
S$136
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"It was nice"

Reviewed on 14 Nov,2024

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
3.5 out of 5
6001 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is S$151 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
S$151
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,062 reviews)
"very home-y and clean vibe"

Reviewed on 17 Nov,2024

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Los Gatos Lodge
Los Gatos Lodge
3 out of 5
50 Los Gatos-Saratoga Road, Los Gatos, CA
The price is S$193 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
S$193
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Gatos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Fun stay
"The service was absolutely excellent! The two at the front desk when we arrived were very kind. The young lady gave us a recommendation for dinner and it was fantastic. There was a free breakfast that my children enjoyed. We will be back soon."

Reviewed on 18 Nov,2024

Los Gatos Lodge
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.5 out of 5
550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is S$169 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
S$169
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,039 reviews)
"Liked the location, and the free breakfast was good."

Reviewed on 16 Nov,2024

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 S$183 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
S$183
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,131 reviews)
"I liked the very kind and helpful person at the front desk!"

Reviewed on 16 Nov,2024

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santa Cruz

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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 Monterey Bay and Pacific Avenue.

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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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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Midtown

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Midtown and surrounding area, you can visit Ocean Street and Pacific Avenue.

Midtown
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Upper Seabright

While Upper Seabright isn't home to many top sights, Santa Cruz Harbor and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk are some notable places to visit nearby.

Upper Seabright
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Seabright

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

Seabright

Downtown Santa Cruz