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Tours & day trips
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Redwoods Forest Bathing
History & culture
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Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
Adventure & outdoor
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Santa Cruz Guided eBike Ride & Most Fun Bike e-Bike Tour
Classes & workshops
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Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
Popular places to visit

Mission Santa Cruz
You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a trip to Mission Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area.

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

Pacific Avenue
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pacific Avenue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center
Enjoy an outing to Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center during your stay in Santa Cruz. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
Explore the lovely green spaces of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
University Terrace Dog Park
After visiting University Terrace Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nobel. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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