Things to do in Santa Cruz County

Activities, attractions and tours

A row of colorful buildings along a sandy beach at sunset.
A colorful coastal town with a sandy beach and a calm body of water.
A coastal town with colorful buildings, a calm waterfront, and palm trees.
A pier extending into the ocean with waves crashing against it during sunset.
Colorful houses by a waterfront with palm trees in the background.

Things to do

Step aboard our stable, USCG inspected, 27ft. pontoon boat, and embark on an unforgettable wildlife adventure!

Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland

P2,794
per adult
Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland
Santa Cruz Beach Hill to Mission Hill Loop Via Downtown

Beach Hill to Historic Downtown Santa Cruz Loop

P2,734
per adult
Beach Hill to Historic Downtown Santa Cruz Loop
Goddess Fantasy 150 passenger vessel

Monterey Bay Whale Watching

P4,249
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay Whale Watching
Silicon Valley Tech Tour

Silicon Valley Tech Tour

P11,238
per adult
Silicon Valley Tech Tour
Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour

Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour

P2,734
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour
Humpback Whale Breaching

Ocean Safaris Whale Watching semi-private limited to 6 people max

P24,906
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ocean Safaris Whale Watching semi-private limited to 6 people max
Missing Gem Quest Experience in Morgan Hill

Missing Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game

P560
per adult
Missing Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game
Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour

Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour

P13,668
per adult
Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour
Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour

Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour

P2,734
per adult
Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour
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Santa Cruz Spooks & Shadows Ghost Tour

Santa Cruz Spooks & Shadows Ghost Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,480 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour

Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
7.4 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 64,728 per traveler*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Santa Cruz: Wine Tasting Experience

Santa Cruz: Wine Tasting Experience

Activity duration is 1 hour
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,541 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland

Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 22 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 2,836 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 8 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 8,569 per adult
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What to do in Santa Cruz County

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A pier with colorful cable cars, a beach, and a sign that reads "WORLD FAMOUS."
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

8.8/10 (6,089 reviews)
Enjoy the thrills at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and find out why people love this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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A beach with a pier, houses, and palm trees.

Aptos

An aerial view of a cityscape with a distinctive circular building, residential areas, and autumn foliage.

Cupertino

A lush garden with a wooden bridge, a large tree, and a waterfall.

Saratoga

A panoramic view of a valley with rolling hills, a winding road, and a distant mountain range.

Gilroy

A beach with clear water, palm trees, and a cruise ship in the background.

Los Gatos

A residential area with houses surrounded by dense forest and hills in the background.

Scotts Valley

A coastal town with colorful houses, a pier, and a beach.

Capitola

A coastal beach with waves, a sandy shore, and green vegetation.

Pescadero