- Our list of the best things to do in Santa Cruz, California, features the top 261 nearby activities — including 100 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Santa Cruz, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Food & Drink, Entertainment & Shows, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 40 things to do within the city of Santa Cruz, CA , followed by 221 popular activities in nearby cities, including Cupertino, Saratoga, Los Gatos, Watsonville, Capitola, Morgan Hill, Aptos, Gilroy, Campbell, Pacific Grove, San Jose, Marina, Los Altos, Big Sur, Half Moon Bay and Marina del Rey
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Stanford Stadium
601 Nelson Rd, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA 94305
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The official football stadium of Stanford University, Stanford Stadium hosts all of that team's home games as well as a variety of other special events. The stadium offers a variety of ticket packages.
32.6 Miles
Blue Oak Rance Reserve is a creative, modern ranch. Learn about wildlife trapping using digital cameras, and more.
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457 East Calaveras Boulevard, Milpitas, CA 95035
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Jose Higuera Adobe Park is a historical park. The park offers picnic tables, barbeque areas and children's play area. Patrons can view the mountains, cattle, and cacti. Guests can also learn about the history of the Higuera Adobe.
32.6 Miles
Highlighted by a natural wooded area and picturesque lake, Sharon Park offers visitors a place to play and relax. The nearly 10-acre facility features a picnic area, playground, walking path and shaded seating areas.
32.8 Miles
Nestled in Palo Alto, California, the Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden is a non-profit institution that offers free admission and a huge selection of seasonal flora. The Garden also houses a horticultural reference library.
32.8 Miles
Equipped with several courses for play, US Paintball Nation, Inc is a family owned and operated business. A full-service paintball park, the facility will arrange for parties, group or family gatherings.
32.9 Miles
Oenophiles must not miss a chance to visit Chateau Julien, a large winery in Carmel, California. Tourists enjoy tastings featuring all wines currently available for purchase. The stunning grounds and majestic main building are also available for social event rentals.
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Peter D Gill Memorial Park is a large neighborhood park. Attractions include a lighted tennis court, basketball court, volleyball net, covered picnic areas, walking paths, a playground, and public restrooms.
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Chateau Julien Wine Estate is a craft winery that sits on 16 acres of land in the Carmel Valley. The winery offers scenic views and an array of red and white wines, and welcomes tourists.
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The Junior Museum & Zoo is an educational and adventurous place for children to unleash their curiosity of science and nature. The museum and zoo are home to over fifty species of animals, including jungle bats, hedgehogs, bobcats and more.