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Santa Cruz County independent travel guide (2025): top things to do near you, popular tourism attractions, itinerary planning, accommodation, food, transportation, weather, and more - everything you need to know (updated July 2025) | Trip.com
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What to Do
Looking for things to do in Santa Cruz County? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Roaring Camp
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Blue Note Jazz Festival - The Roots & The Soul Rebels
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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Where to Stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Santa Cruz County, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to Eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Santa Cruz County dishes and foodie spots.
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Rosie McCann's Irish Pub & Restaurant
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Popular Types of Attractions in Santa Cruz County
Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Beaches and shores | Mountain climbing | Cultural institutions | Museums | Themed exhibition halls | Science & technology museums | Historical attractions | Exhibitions & events | Concerts | Performances | Exhibitions | Leisure activities | Spa/massage | Farms and pastures | Camping and campsites | Sightseeing tours | Night view | Boat tour | Sightseeing bus | Outdoor activities | Cycling | Mountain climbing | Hiking | Parks | Water sports
Popular Attractions in Santa Cruz County
Seacliff State Beach | Aptos History Museum | The Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery | Venture Quest Day Kayaking | Pacific Garden Mall | Kaiser Permanente Arena | Cliff Drive Vista Point | Sierra Azul Nursery-Garden | Natural Bridges State Beach | Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse | Boardwalk Bowl | Landmark's Nickelodeon Theatre | R.L.T Adventures | Roaring Camp | Taungpulu Kaba Aye Monastery | Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks | Watsonville Hispanic SDA Church | Calvary Episcopal Church | Tyrrell Park | New Hope Community Church (Formerly Coast Chapel) | Twin Lakes County Park | DeLaveaga Park | SLVUSD Black Mouse Disc Golf Course | Jose Avenue County Park | Polo Grounds County Park | Richard Vessey County Park | Mercantile Arcade | Sunset State Beach - California State Parks | Seaview Ranch Park | Callaghan Park Cultural Center
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Popular Restaurants in Santa Cruz County
Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Westside | Sugo Italian Pasta Bar | Sevy's Bar + Kitchen | Woodstock's Pizza | Hollins House Restaurant | Laili Restaurant | Oswald Restaurant | Rosie McCann's Irish Pub & Restaurant | Ideal Bar & Grill | Saturn Cafe | Mission Hill Coffee & Creamery | Pacific Thai Santa Cruz | Bittersweet Bistro | Zoccoli's Delicatessen | Cilantros | El Palomar | La Posta | Paradise Beach Grille | Shadowbrook Restaurant | West End Tap and Kitchen | Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge | Aquarius | Carmona's BBQ Deli | Village Host Pizza & Grill | Kelly's French Bakery | Upper Crust Pizza & Pasta | Stagnaro Brothers Seafood | Taqueria Santa Cruz | Crow's Nest Restaurant | Cadillac Cafe
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