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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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The Mystery Spot

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Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

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Monterey Bay

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"Beaches and shores"
Seacliff State Beach

Seacliff State Beach

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Lighthouse Field State Beach

Lighthouse Field State Beach

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"Natural scenery"
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Wilder Ranch State Park

Wilder Ranch State Park

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Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Santa Cruz, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to Eat

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Sugo Italian Pasta Bar

Sugo Italian Pasta Bar

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"Western-style"
Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Westside

Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Westside

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"Bars/Bistros"
Laili Restaurant

Laili Restaurant

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"Asian Cuisine"
"Open Late"
Rosie McCann's Irish Pub & Restaurant

Rosie McCann's Irish Pub & Restaurant

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Avg. AUD42/person
"Western-style"
"Open Late"
Woodstock's Pizza

Woodstock's Pizza

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"Vegetarian"
Oswald Restaurant

Oswald Restaurant

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Avg. AUD42/person
"Western-style"
"Open Late"
Pacific Thai Santa Cruz

Pacific Thai Santa Cruz

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Avg. AUD21/person
"Southeast Asian"
El Palomar

El Palomar

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Avg. AUD42/person
"Latin American"
"Open Late"
Zoccoli's Delicatessen

Zoccoli's Delicatessen

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Avg. AUD18/person
"Western-style"
Mission Hill Coffee & Creamery

Mission Hill Coffee & Creamery

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Avg. AUD12/person
"Western-style"
Saturn Cafe

Saturn Cafe

5.0/51 Reviews
Avg. AUD28/person
"Vegetarian"
Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge

Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge

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"Western-style"

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