There are so many things to do in Santa Cruz; it just might be our favorite city in the state! With miles and miles of beautiful beaches, a buzzing downtown, plenty of tourist hotspots, and plenty ...

In other words, the longer you wait to see Santa Cruz, the less of it there will be. Here’s a look at 17 things a visitor can do in and around Santa Cruz, all of which I’ve tried in recent months.

Ranking of the top 9 things to do in Santa Cruz. Travelers favorites include #1 West Cliff Drive, #2 Santa Cruz Main Beach and more.

Santa Cruz Shakespeare will open its first musical since relocating into the woods of DeLaveaga Park. Fans of Stephen ...

See all Hotels in Santa Cruz »More Best Things To Do in Santa Cruz. 1 of 8. 2 of 8. Beaches, Free, Sightseeing Type. 2 hours to Half Day Time to Spend #2 Santa Cruz Main Beach.

A height of 50 inches will get kids onto the historic wooden roller coaster, so they can get a head start on No. 2 on the “Top 10 Things To Do In Santa Cruz County Before You Die” list.

The Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History is entering a new fiscal year with a new museum store. With that venture and others, ...