5/5 - Excellent
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3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Nice for walking but dress warm.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
The beach would have been nicer if there had not been 2 dead seals and a dead bird on it.
5/5 - Excellent
Jukie
Jack’s Peak is a great hike but watch out for poison oak. Monterey Bay is always lovely and Phil’s Fish Market is the place to go for excellent seafood.
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Crowded and travelers should know the water is COLD on the Northern California coast!
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Beautiful.... just beautiful
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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 biking trails.
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
4.5/5(2,013 reviews)
Enjoy the thrills at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and find out why people love this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
Santa Cruz Wharf
4.5/5(85 reviews)
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 biking trails.
Cowell's Beach
Explore the waterfront of Cowell's Beach and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
Santa Cruz Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Santa Cruz with a trip to Santa Cruz Harbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Lighthouse Point Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Lighthouse Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
Best Lodging Options Near Main Beach
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA
Marea Sol Hotel
301 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
Ocean Pacific Lodge
301 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
Surf City Inn and Suites
619 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
Beach Street Inn and Suites
125 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA
Casablanca On The Beach
101 Main St, Santa Cruz, CA
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