San Francisco International Airport 58 min
Steamer Lane (19 min) Famous cliffside surfing spot since the 1930s, featuring a surfing museum inside a lighthouse. Santa Cruz Wharf (19 min) Beach shops, seafood restaurants, sea lions & fishing draw crowds to this landmark bayside pier. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum (19 min) Rotating exhibits on surfing culture & local history housed in a historic, preserved lighthouse. Seacliff State Beach (17 min) Versatile state beach offers a variety of outdoor activities such as camping & hiking. Main Beach (17 min) Spacious beach with soft sand, waves & close proximity to the boardwalk, amusement rides & eateries. Capitola Beach (16 min) Popular beach located in Capitola Village features gentle surf, swimming & volleyball & shops. The Mystery Spot (14 min) Opened in 1941, this roadside landmark is a tilt-induced visual illusion with tours & a gift shop. Roaring Camp (12 min) Family-friendly park offers train rides amid natural landscapes, seasonal routes & special events. The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park (33 min) Hiking, biking & jogging trails on varied terrain rising from sea level to steep coastal mountains. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (17 min) Amusement park offers a variety of games & rides right on a mile-long stretch of sandy beach. Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park (7 min) Featuring a variety of forested areas, this park offers camping, fishing, hiking & picnic spots. Natural Bridges State Beach (19 min) Butterflies, park, and surfing Lighthouse Field State Beach (17 min) Iconic spot with a lighthouse offers a variety of vistas & pathways for dog walking & strolling. Wilder Ranch State Park (20 min) Natural landscape with diverse activities including hiking trails, picnic areas & horseback riding. Santa Cruz Beach (17 min) Popular beach features a boardwalk with numerous restaurants, amusement park rides & surf shops. |