Local Attractions

Other Santa Cruz Area Activities

Featured: Mercer Caverns
Mercer Caverns, world famous for the rare Aragonite flos ferri, celebrated it's one hundredth year of discovery and operation on September 1, 1985. It is the longest continually operating commercial caverns in the state of California. The owners have guest books signed by paying customers - dating back to September of 1885 to present - indicating that visitors were welcome at Mercer Caverns every year since its discovery.

Monterey Bay Aquarium
A must-see if you're in the area. Over 45 bilingual interactive exhibits and animal aquariums.

Roaring Camp Railroads
Historic narrow-gauge steam trains through the redwoods and beach trains to the Boardwalk.

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum
Museum in the lighthouse that symbolizes Santa Cruz, CA more than any other landmark.

Stagnaro Bros. Seafood Restaurant
Restaurant and outdoor fish market at the Santa Cruz Wharf.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Admission free amusement park located on the Santa Cruz beach.

Santa Cruz County Conference and Visitors Council
A useful and informative guide to lodging and activities in Santa Cruz and it's surrounding areas.

Downtown Santa Cruz
Shopping, restaurants, movie theaters, Museums and more.

The Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
Near to downtown Santa Cruz and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Minutes from the Mystery Spot.