Fun things to do in Santa Cruz (US)
Best and most fun things to do in Santa Cruz : Follow the crowd or avoid the queues by visiting the most popular attractions during the quiet hours as indicated below.
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (Amusement park)
400 Beach StVisitors usually stay up to 4,5 hours here.
Boardwalk Rides are open daily!
Buy your wristbands online in advance, visit weekdays to save up to $20 per person.
The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is recognized as the best seaside park in the world. Our vibrant, bustling amusement park is renowned for its great rides, remarkable history, spectacular beach setting, and friendly attitude.
The Boardwalk has been operating since 1907, and it hasn’t missed a beat!
For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.
Pizza My Heart (Pizza restaurant)
1116 Pacific AvePizza My Heart is most popular around 6 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 25 min to 1 hr here. It's most quiet on Mondays.
Award-winning pizzas with a laid back California surf vibe. Enjoy pizza by the slice or whole pies, California fresh salads, wings and desserts. Many vegan and vegetarian options. Available for carry-out and delivery (dine in will open as COVID restrictions are removed).
For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.
Santa Cruz Diner (Breakfast restaurant)
909 Ocean StSanta Cruz Diner is most popular around 11 AM on Sundays. It's most quiet on Thursdays.
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Taqueria Los Pericos (Mexican restaurant)
139 Water StTaqueria Los Pericos is most popular around 1 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 15-45 min here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.
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Ideal Bar & Grill (Restaurant)
106 Beach StIdeal Bar & Grill is most popular around 5 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 1 hour here. It's most quiet on Tuesdays.
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Riva Fish House (Seafood restaurant)
31 Municipal WharfRiva Fish House is most popular around 4 PM on Saturdays. It's most quiet on Tuesdays.
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