- Our list of the best things to do in Mountain View, California, features the top 627 nearby activities — including 187 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Mountain View, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Food & Drink, Entertainment & Shows, and Amusement.
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Whether you want to fish, sight-see or have a party out in the bay, the 32 foot boat run by Monterey Bay Charters can provide a spacious place for you to do so at reasonable prices.
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Located right along the beach, Santa Cruz Beach Broadwalk is a famous sea-side amusement park. Among its list of rides, it also includes the classic 1924 Big Dipper roller coaster. Great deals on rides and refreshments are available. Parking spots are limited.
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Along Beach St. west from San Lorenzo River, Santa Cruz, CA
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Santa Cruz Main Beach is a popular tourist destination. It is a clean and inviting beach with beautiful views of the ocean and marine life. There are also volleyball courts on the beach with an amusement park and many local restaurants/bars nearby.
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There are lots of shops, restaurants and the Sea Lions at the end of the pier. Rent a boat or go on boat rides from Santa Cruz Wharf
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790 Mariner Park Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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Climb aboard Chardonnay II Sailing Charters and explore the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary in style. Guests enjoy sailing past the glorious coastline, seeing the protected wildlife and relaxing on any of the variety of cruises offered.
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Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
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1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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The Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History claims its origins began as far back as the late 1800's with a collection of fossils and Indian artifacts. Today, the museum highlights the wildlife, native peoples, geology, and marine life of the Monterey Bay region.
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500 7th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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Family owned and operated, Stagnaro Sport Fishing Charters & Whale Watching Cruises have been serving the area of Santa Cruz for over a century. Scenic bay cruises, fishing trips, whale watching, and private parties are available within the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.
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In addition to the locally grown tree-ripened fruit, Andry's Orchard also offers gourmet food items, confections, nuts and custom gift baskets. They also host seasonal events, including pumpkin patches and visits from Santa Claus.
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Known for its Syrah wine, Boaventura de Caires Vineyard offers visitors a selection of red wine blends to sample in the tasting room. The tasting room is located in a large barn, with an outdoor area for picnics.
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Las Trampas Stables offers equestrian boarding, training, and lessons for ages 5 to adult at their full service stables. Birthday parties, day camps, and group-classes are available. Staffed by live-in ranch-hands the stable offers all needed amenities for stabling.