Things to do in Santa Cruz County

Activities, attractions and tours

A row of colorful buildings along a sandy beach at sunset.
A colorful coastal town with a sandy beach and a calm body of water.
A coastal town with colorful buildings, a calm waterfront, and palm trees.
A pier extending into the ocean with waves crashing against it during sunset.
Colorful houses by a waterfront with palm trees in the background.

Things to do

Step aboard our stable, USCG inspected, 27ft. pontoon boat, and embark on an unforgettable wildlife adventure!

Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland

RM188
per adult
Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland
Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour

Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour

RM184
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour
Goddess Fantasy 150 passenger vessel

Monterey Bay Whale Watching

RM286
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay Whale Watching
Capitola Friday Night Food Tour

Capitola Friday Night Food Tour

RM528
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Capitola Friday Night Food Tour
Santa Cruz Beach Hill to Mission Hill Loop Via Downtown

Beach Hill to Historic Downtown Santa Cruz Loop

RM184
per adult
Beach Hill to Historic Downtown Santa Cruz Loop
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

RM569
per adult
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz
Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area

Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area

RM528
per adult
Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area
Rock Climbing 2 - Beyond the Basics

Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2

RM487
per adult
Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2
Silicon Valley Tech Tour

Silicon Valley Tech Tour

RM757
per adult
Silicon Valley Tech Tour
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Enjoy the exciting rides at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and see why everyone loves this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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A coastal landscape with clear blue waters, rocky cliffs, and a winding road along the coastline.

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