Mission Santa Cruz plays an important role in the religious and social ways of this place. It's a wonderful place to spend a few mindful moments during a packed travel itinerary.

This house of prayer in Westside Santa Cruz is well-liked by travelers, so put it on your must-see list. Don't think that's all there is to do here, though. There are many more options ready for you to enjoy after Mission Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, University of California, Santa Cruz, and Natural Bridges State Park are close by.

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Aqua Breeze Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

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Dallas (DFW) to San Jose (SJC)

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Perfect spot to stay and be close to the boardwalk. You could hear the fun happening during park hours and when the park closed, it was quiet. Great place to stay. We will definitely come back.

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Westside Santa Cruz

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Dallas (DFW) to San Jose (SJC)

7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)

Walked to pier and boardwalk

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

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Capitola Private 2-Hour Walking Tour

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Capitola Friday Night Food Tour

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Water activities

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Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

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Classes & workshops

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Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

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Santa Cruz 2Hour Guided eBike Tour for Small E-Bike Groups

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Ocean Street

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Santa Cruz Wharf

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Cowell's Beach

Explore the waterfront of Cowell's Beach and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Enjoy the thrills at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and find out why people love this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Main Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Cruz Main Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.