Eastside Santa Cruz, CA

Santa Cruz

A rocky coastline with waves crashing against the rocks.
A white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and people.
A foggy beach with a lighthouse and rocky breakwater.
A lighthouse at sunset, rocky shoreline, calm water, and a clear sky.
A beach with people playing and walking.

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A lighthouse at sunset, rocky shoreline, calm water, and a clear sky.
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Santa Cruz Harbor

9.0/10 (587 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Santa Cruz with a trip to Santa Cruz Harbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Things to do

Santa Cruz Beach Hill to Mission Hill Loop Via Downtown

Beach Hill to Historic Downtown Santa Cruz Loop

$45
per adult
Beach Hill to Historic Downtown Santa Cruz Loop
Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt

Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt

$23
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt
Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour

Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour

$45
per adult
Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

$139
per adult
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz
Capitola Friday Night Food Tour

Capitola Friday Night Food Tour

$129
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Capitola Friday Night Food Tour
Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Discover Downtown & Mission Hill

Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Discover Downtown & Mission Hill

$45
per adult
Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Discover Downtown & Mission Hill
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Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Deals

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

2 out of 5
1717 Soquel Avenue Santa Cruz CA
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
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Hitching Post Studios Inn
Bella Notte

Bella Notte

4 out of 5
21305 E Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and Netflix. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach are located ...
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Bella Notte
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.5 out of 5
401 Johans Beach Dr Santa Cruz CA
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
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East Cliff Nook

East Cliff Nook

3 out of 5
21724 East Cliff Drive Santa Cruz CA
Stay at this vacation home in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach are ...
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East Cliff Nook
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1 Chaminade Ln Santa Cruz CA
Book a stay at this spa resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
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Chaminade Resort & Spa
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

4.5 out of 5
215 Beach Street Santa Cruz CA
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Mystery ...
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Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

Find the best Eastside Santa Cruz areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Eastside Santa Cruz
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Westside Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Cruz.

A crowded beach with numerous boats and people.

Pleasure Point

While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and Pleasure Point Park.

A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A beach with people playing and walking.
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Upper Seabright

When in Upper Seabright, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A clock tower, a church, and residential buildings in a hilly town.

Downtown Santa Cruz

Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.

Eastside Santa Cruz, CA

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