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  • 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

    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."
  • 9.0

    Garden Liquor & Deli

    Deli 1815 Soquel Dr Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (14 tips):

    • Beth M.
      Beth M: "Fell in love with a simple tuna sandwich out of the deli case. That lead to trying an awesome California breakfast burrito. Now I am making my way through the menu and everything is good."
  • 9.0

    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 👌🏻"
  • 9.2

    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"
  • 9.0

    The Del Mar Theatre

    Movie Theater 1124 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (7 tips):

    • Caitlin S.
      Caitlin Stinneford: "Amazing independent theater. Local snacks sold there including really amazing gourmet popcorn."

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  • 9.3

    West Cliff Drive

    Scenic Lookout West Cliff Drive Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (20 tips):

    • Athonia C.
      Athonia Cappelli: "These are south facing beaches. Sunset is not over the sea until October here. Pedestrians, please stay right on the path so that bikes can pass. Both are allowed on the sidewalk. Best surf 🏄 in CA!"
    • Shaina P.
      Shaina Prasad: "Absolutely love love love this spot. Best place to reflect and let the waves fix it all"
  • 9.2

    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."
  • 9.3

    Seabright State Beach

    Beach Seabright Ave Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (33 tips):

    • Elliott D.
      Elliott D: "Beautiful, clean, great beach. People do their own thing and its lovely. I love the views, especially at dusk and when there are sailboats."
    • Ryan B.
      Ryan Block: "Probably my favorite beach in Mid/East SC. Been coming here since '04....just be sure to Stash Your Trash and give respect for the locals. Bonfires too."

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