3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Can’t bring dogs on the beach walks.
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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Tours & day trips
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Redwoods Forest Bathing
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Classes & workshops
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Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Adventure & outdoor
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Santa Cruz Guided eBike Ride & Most Fun Bike e-Bike Tour
Activity duration is 2 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Reviews of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
4.4
Top Destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Beautiful landscape, terrible smell of human waste from hundreds of homeless people
5/5 - Excellent
Sandra
We went on Tuesday, Sept 10; the rides were closed, but that's ok; it was early, foggy, empty, eerie,which was great for art photography! With the exception of the maintenance crew, we had the run of the place. Score! Probably not what most visitors want from a review, but for those who are into art photography, you get it!!
4/5 - Good
DonH
Parking is a mess. Maybe put a traffic officer or two out there to help out?
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Good for family with young children who want to enjoy fun fair rides and tons of junk food
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Get there early!
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Main Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Main Beach during your travels in Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
Santa Cruz Wharf
After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.
Cowell's Beach
Explore the waterfront of Cowell's Beach and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
Seabright Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seabright Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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.
Lighthouse Point Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Lighthouse Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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La Bahia Hotel and Spa
215 Beach Street Santa Cruz CA
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
550 2nd St Santa Cruz CA
Marea Sol Hotel
301 Beach St Santa Cruz CA
Casablanca On The Beach
101 Main St Santa Cruz CA
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
313 Riverside Avenue Santa Cruz CA
Surf City Inn and Suites
619 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
407 Broadway Santa Cruz CA
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