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1. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- fun people watching - great beach and sailboats. Ride the ferris wheel - great views of all of Santa Cruz. Delicious junk food and lots of games... read more
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2. Main Beach
- When most people think of Santa Cruz beaches, they instantly think of Main Beach, whether they know its name or not. Main Beach takes up a prime... read more
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3. Garden of Eden
- The Garden of Eden is as magical a place as its name suggests. Getting here is a bit of a mission, especially for the navigationally challenged,... read more
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4. Chaikhana Tea Culture
- If you feel like getting your "Om" on, head to the Chaikhana Tea Culture shop, located just off of Pacific Ave. in downtown Santa Cruz. This herbal... read more
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5. Roaring Camp Railroad
Visitors of all ages find delight in this adventure through the Santa Cruz Mountains and its towering redwoods trees. With two distinct routes...
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6. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park
- Santa Cruz, like many coastal California cities, has its own Spanish mission, the 12th built by Franciscans from Espana who came seeking to spread... read more
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7. Seabright Beach
- Nestled between the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and the Santa Cruz Harbor is Seabright State Beach, a beautiful expanse of soft sand and roiling... read more
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8. Stagnaro Sport Fishing, Charters & Whale Watching Cruises
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9. Adventure Sports Unlimited
- "Learn to SCUBA dive" is on many a bucket list, and what better time to learn than on vacation through one of the most trusted programs in Santa... read more
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10. Pacific Yachting and Sailing
- Ever wanted to learn to sail, but never had the time? Or for, that matter, a boat to learn on? Pacific Yachting and Sailing is here to help. Providing... read more
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The Best of NileGuide
- There’s never a reason to be bored in Santa Cruz. There are just too many things to do. Start with the must-see attractions, move to the big sights and fine museums, check out some tours, dig in to some outdoor activities, and work your way down to the between-the-cracks, off-the-beaten-path gems. Just leave some time to catch your breath.
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