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 Wharf is ranked #3 out of 9 things to do in Santa Cruz. ... More Best Things To Do in Santa Cruz. 1 of 8. 2 of 8. Free, Hiking, Sightseeing Type. Less than 1 hour Time to Spend ...