2/5 - Disappointing
Verified traveler
super strange campus vibe
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Reviews of University of California
4.2
Top Destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Beautiful campus
5/5 - Excellent
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Family Thanksgiving Day
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Beautiful campus with plenty of wildlife and quiet places to study
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
It’s close to the boardwalk and restaurants. And close to UCSC
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
The bridges are beautiful! The whole campus is just gorgeous!
Popular places to visit
Ocean Street
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can enjoy retail therapy at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Mission Santa Cruz
You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a trip to Mission Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area.
Pacific Avenue
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pacific Avenue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
Explore the lovely green spaces of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
University Terrace Dog Park
After visiting University Terrace Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nobel. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
Pasatiempo Golf Course
Play a round of golf in Santa Cruz at Pasatiempo Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
1410 Ocean Street Santa Cruz CA
Inn At Pasatiempo
555 Highway 17 Santa Cruz CA
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
215 Beach Street Santa Cruz CA
Casablanca On The Beach
101 Main St Santa Cruz CA
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
550 2nd St Santa Cruz CA
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
313 Riverside Avenue Santa Cruz CA
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
6001 La Madrona Drive Santa Cruz CA
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