Everything Else
Sunny Cove
Great place to swim, surf and sun.
SUP Shack Santa Cruz
2214 E Cliff DrStand-up paddle boarding is great fun for the whole family!
Food Scene
Verve Coffee Roasters
816 41st AveWorld-class coffee
Süda
3910 Portola DrGood drinks and food and a good place to watch the game.
Paula's
3500 Portola DrCheap and tasty breakfast.
Taqueria Michoacan
21401 E Cliff DrDelicious tacos. Closed on Sundays.
We love Aloha Grille. It's our go-to for quick, delicious meals to eat at home or take to the beach.
21 locals recommend
Aloha Island Grille
1700 Portola DrWe love Aloha Grille. It's our go-to for quick, delicious meals to eat at home or take to the beach.
Great place for drinks with a view, live music and dancing.
276 locals recommend
Crow's Nest Restaurant
2218 E Cliff DrGreat place for drinks with a view, live music and dancing.
Aldo's Harbor Restaurant
790 Mariner Park WayOne of our favorite places for brunch and bloody marys.
Entertainment & Activities
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park
400 Beach StRollercoasters!
Monterey Bay Aquarium
886 Cannery RowBest aquarium in the world? Could be.
Kids love trains. Take them on a train ride through the redwoods. Be sure to book in advance.
150 locals recommend
Roaring Camp
5401 Graham Hill RdKids love trains. Take them on a train ride through the redwoods. Be sure to book in advance.
Sightseeing
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
101 N Big Trees Park RdGreat place to take a hike.