Circles Travel Guide

Santa Cruz

Popular places to visit

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4/5(41 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
Mystery Spot

Mystery Spot

4.5/5(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
Santa Cruz Wharf

Santa Cruz Wharf

5/5(1 review)

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
Natural Bridges State Park

Natural Bridges State Park

4/5(9 reviews)

You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Natural Bridges State Park
Ocean Street

Ocean Street

During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Ocean Street
Santa Cruz Main Beach

Santa Cruz Main Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Cruz Main Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Santa Cruz Main Beach

Things to do

Bay Area Rock Climbing

Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area

Rp1.983.135
per adult
Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area
Rock Climbing 2 - Beyond the Basics

Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2

Rp1.979.565
per adult
Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

Rp2.149.785
per adult
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

Rp1.413.975
per adult
Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy
5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic

5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic

Rp2.316.435
per adult
5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic
Bixby Bridge

Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur private Day Trip from San Francisco

Rp15.298.470
per traveller
Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur private Day Trip from San Francisco
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Top hotels in Circles

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is Rp2.100.237 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
Rp2.100.237
Rp2.425.180 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,198 reviews)
"Rooms were very clean as were entire facilities. My only critique is their water softener made the shower a tad slippery."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is Rp1.724.632 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
Rp1.724.632
Rp2.003.770 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,068 reviews)
"Staff and pool are excellent!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
7500 Old Dominion Court, Aptos, CA
The price is Rp1.751.823 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
Rp1.751.823
Rp2.034.185 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Aptos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Beautifully landscaped grounds. Clean and quiet. Bed was not comfortable."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

2 out of 5
301 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is Rp1.815.914 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
Rp1.815.914
Rp2.106.062 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,214 reviews)
"Excellent location"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Marea Sol Hotel
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is Rp3.922.709 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
Rp3.922.709
Rp4.469.948 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Good stay
"Great view. Convenient area. Good customer service"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2 out of 5
301 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is Rp1.326.536 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
Rp1.326.536
Rp1.742.841 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,193 reviews)
"Very roomy 2 Queen bed room with refrig & micro"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Ocean Pacific Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Circles

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Mission Hill

While visiting Mission Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park.

Mission Hill
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Westside Santa Cruz

Travellers to Westside Santa Cruz praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.

Westside Santa Cruz
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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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Westlake

When in Westlake, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Westlake
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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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