Eastside Santa Cruz Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo by Ian Durant
Photo by Ian Durant

Popular places to visit

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Santa Cruz Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Santa Cruz with a trip to Santa Cruz Harbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Santa Cruz Harbor
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Pleasure Point Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Pleasure Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Pleasure Point Park
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4/5(16 reviews)

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.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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Mystery Spot

3/5(2 reviews)

Find out about the history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

Mystery Spot
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Santa Cruz Wharf

Explore the waterfront of Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Santa Cruz Wharf
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Natural Bridges State Park

4/5(5 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Natural Bridges State Park during your travels in Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Natural Bridges State Park

Activities

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Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max

AU$604
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max
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Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

AU$128
Per adult
Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy
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Santa Cruz Must Sees: A Self-Guided Driving Tour

AU$6
Per adult
Santa Cruz Must Sees: A Self-Guided Driving Tour
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Our pick of the best Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Deals

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Hitching Post Studios Inn
2 out of 5
1717 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$192 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
AU$192
per night
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (454 reviews)
"Shower was great. Newly updated rooms. No late check out options without fee. Overall good experience."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2024

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 out of 5
401 Johans Beach Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$476 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
AU$476
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (454 reviews)
"Jessica at the front desk was very, very nice!!"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2024

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Hear the ocean from this historic cottage. Almost beachfront.
Hear the ocean from this historic cottage. Almost beachfront.
Santa Cruz
Stay at this vacation home in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (155 reviews)
A Sweet Sister Time
"We loved this little cottage for our sister retreat, quaint and cozy just as expected. The accommodations met our expectations as was advertised. Only thing we were left wanting was a cleaner landscape outside to sit and enjoy at night, seemed the yard keeper hadn't made it out in a bit. So grateful ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2024

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Hear the ocean from this historic cottage. Almost beachfront.
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$356 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
AU$356
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (473 reviews)
"The Courtyard by Marriott, located just two blocks from the boardwalk, is the best place to stay if you’re visiting Santa Cruz. The building itself is beautiful and stands out from surrounding hotels. The hotel staff were welcoming, and the rooms were immaculate. However, parking is not included, ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
3.5 out of 5
6001 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$289 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
AU$289
per night
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,072 reviews)
"Everyone was friendly and the hotel was very clean (maybe even too clean - we could smell cleaner everywhere). The staff was really friendly and helpful!"

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2024

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Los Gatos Lodge
Los Gatos Lodge
3 out of 5
50 Los Gatos-Saratoga Road, Los Gatos, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$262 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
AU$262
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Gatos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Nice and neat. Air conditioning is a bit noisy, front desk check in clerk is not as welcoming but she did her job well. The check out one is better in term of hospitality."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2024

Los Gatos Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Eastside Santa Cruz

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Upper Seabright

While Upper Seabright isn't home to many top sights, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor are some notable places to visit nearby.

Upper Seabright
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Seabright

While visiting Seabright, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Cruz Harbor and Seabright Beach.

Seabright
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Bananna Belt

Bananna Belt might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Ocean Street are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bananna Belt
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Beach Hill - Beach Flats

While there might not be top attractions in Beach Hill - Beach Flats, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Main Beach.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats
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Downtown Santa Cruz

Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Santa Cruz
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Carbonera Estates

While Carbonera Estates isn't home to many top sights, DeLaveaga Golf Course and Pasatiempo Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Carbonera Estates

Eastside Santa Cruz Travel Guide

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