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Train Ride Adventure through Mother Natures Giant Redwoods Park
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Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
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Santa Cruz Family Friendly Guided Electric Bike Tour (eBike)
What to do in Capitola
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Capitola Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Capitola Beach during your travels in Capitola? While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Hooper Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Hooper Beach during your trip to Capitola? Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Capitola Wharf
Explore the waterfront of Capitola Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Capitola. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the biking trails.
Capitola Mercantile
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Capitola Mercantile during your visit to Capitola. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the surfing spots.
Esplanade Park Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Esplanade Park Beach during your trip to Capitola? Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Capitola Historical Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Capitola Historical Museum during your trip to Capitola. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Sante Adairius Rustic Ales
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Sante Adairius Rustic Ales during your travels to Capitola. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area.
- Capitola Beach
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Mystery Spot
- Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
- University of California
- Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
- Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Natural Bridges State Park
- La Selva Beach
- Seacliff State Beach
- Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute
- Seascape Golf Club
- Testarossa Winery
- Mount Madonna Center
- Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
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