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 St
4.6

Visitors usually stay up to 4 hours here.

Boardwalk Rides are open! Save up to $10 on wristbands when you buy online. The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a world-renowned seaside park, operating since 1907. Enjoy great rides, history, and a spectacular beach setting on Monterey Bay. We offer affordable family fun with free admission, included summer entertainment, and affordable ride tickets. Ride historic gems like the thrilling 1924 Giant Dipper coaster and the unique Looff Carousel with its ring toss.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Pizza My Heart (Pizza restaurant)
1116 Pacific Ave
4.5

Pizza My Heart is most popular around 9 PM on Fridays. Visitors usually stay 15 min to 1 hr here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Taqueria Los Pericos (Mexican restaurant)
139 Water St
4.6

Taqueria Los Pericos is most popular around 6 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 20 min here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Santa Cruz Diner (Breakfast restaurant)
909 Ocean St
4.1

Santa Cruz Diner is most popular around 11 AM on Sundays. Visitors usually stay 45 min to 1,5 hr here. It's most quiet on Thursdays.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Ideal Bar & Grill (Restaurant)
106 Beach St
4.0

Ideal Bar & Grill is most popular around 7 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 1-1,5 hours here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Riva Fish House (Seafood restaurant)
31 Municipal Wharf
4.2

Riva Fish House is most popular around 5 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 1-1,5 hours here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

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