Main Beach Tours

Main Beach


Find a spot to sit, kick back and just enjoy the sound of the water hitting the shore at Main Beach. If you're craving some sun and sea, this is the place to get your fix.

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this stretch of coastline is well worth a look. But you'll find tons more to discover in the area. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, University of California, Santa Cruz, and Natural Bridges State Park aren't too far from Main Beach.

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Reviews of Main Beach

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 53%
4 - Good
283
4 - Good 43%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Ab

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Nice for walking but dress warm.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The beach would have been nicer if there had not been 2 dead seals and a dead bird on it.

5/5 - Excellent

Jukie

Jack’s Peak is a great hike but watch out for poison oak. Monterey Bay is always lovely and Phil’s Fish Market is the place to go for excellent seafood.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Crowded and travelers should know the water is COLD on the Northern California coast!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful.... just beautiful

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3 out of 5
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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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Marea Sol Hotel

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Dream Inn Santa Cruz

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4 out of 5
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La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

4.5 out of 5
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Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

3.5 out of 5
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Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2 out of 5
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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
125 Beach Street Santa Cruz CA
Beach Street Inn and Suites
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