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  • 9.1

    Marianne's Ice Cream

    Ice Cream Parlor 1020 Ocean St Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (82 tips):

    • Krishna S.
      Krishna Shrinivas: "Kahlua crunch is awesome. Junior double is huge!!! butter brickle is smooth. The ice creams are thick, not too sweet. The ones with nuts are nutty. Tip the servers. They are great."
  • 9.5

    Pleasure Point

    Beach E Cliff Dr Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (13 tips):

    • Jason S.
      Jason Shellen: "Bring the kids out at low tide for some awesome tide pool walks. Sea urchins, crabs, octopus and if you're lucky some seal, dolphin and sea otters spottings."
  • 9.1

    Bookshop Santa Cruz

    Bookstore 1520 Pacific Ave. Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (27 tips):

    • Nicholas J.
      Nicholas Javier: "Too much great to say about this place. Good lightning, lots of unique selection and good recommendations. The used books boxes are fantastic, and always updated. (And full)"
  • 9.5

    Verve Coffee Roasters

    Coffee Shop 104 Bronson St #19 Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (31 tips):

    • Ashley M.
      Ashley Mowrey: "Consistent quality, beautiful space, and friendly and helpful baristas. There's no indoor seating and outdoor seating is limited, so you're SOL if you don't get lucky with seating."
  • 9.1

    Cat & Cloud Coffee

    Coffee Shop 3600 Portola Dr Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (16 tips):

    • Roddy K.
      Roddy Körner: "How many ❤️ can you give a place? The Roastery rocks! Super chill vibe and awesome people. The coffee is great and the place too"
  • 9.1

    Harbor Cafe

    Café 535 7th Ave Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (41 tips):

    • Damian B.
      Damian Bayona: "If there's a line, sit at the outside bar area for immediate food and drink service. The breakfast croissant is a must try 👌🏻"

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  • 9.3

    Wilder Ranch State Park

    State or Provincial Park 1401 Coast Rd Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (10 tips):

    • IS K.
      IS KLE: "Good spot to bring kids to hike. Neat July 4th old timey festival with music and mule rides and snacks."
    • Nimalan M.
      Nimalan Mahendran: "Great place for mountain biking, although you have to watch out for horse poop and it can be really muddy."
  • 9.1

    Natural Bridges State Beach

    State or Provincial Park 2531 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (45 tips):

    • Caroline D.
      Caroline Deng: "A hidden gem along California's coastline. Stop by during sunset for scenic views of the last remaining "natural bridge" out of the original 3."
    • Penny S.
      Penny Smith: "The view is # 1 but the parking is large enough to maneuver easily. Nice beach & soft sand for maximum exercise!"
  • 9.1

    Giant Dipper

    Attraction Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (23 tips):

    • Kris R.
      Kris Rowberry: "You will be hard pressed to find a better, snoother wooden coaster in California, maybe even the USA. Get a wristband and try all the seats...they are much different experiences!"
    • Jonathan J.
      Jonathan Jimenez: "It’s such a great read that holds great memories. It’s really fun and probably the best one. You really have to be having a fun time with great people to enjoy this ride as much as I do."

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