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  • 9.3

    Bookshop Santa Cruz

    Bookstore 1520 Pacific Ave. Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (27 tips):

    • Nicholas J.
      Nicholas Javier: "Too much great to say about this place. Good lightning, lots of unique selection and good recommendations. The used books boxes are fantastic, and always updated. (And full)"
  • 9.2

    Cat & Cloud Coffee

    Coffee Shop 3600 Portola Dr Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (16 tips):

    • Roddy K.
      Roddy Körner: "How many ❤️ can you give a place? The Roastery rocks! Super chill vibe and awesome people. The coffee is great and the place too"
  • 9.0

    Marianne's Ice Cream

    Ice Cream Parlor 1020 Ocean St Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (82 tips):

    • Krishna S.
      Krishna Shrinivas: "Kahlua crunch is awesome. Junior double is huge!!! butter brickle is smooth. The ice creams are thick, not too sweet. The ones with nuts are nutty. Tip the servers. They are great."
  • 9.4

    Pleasure Point

    Beach E Cliff Dr Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (13 tips):

    • Jason S.
      Jason Shellen: "Bring the kids out at low tide for some awesome tide pool walks. Sea urchins, crabs, octopus and if you're lucky some seal, dolphin and sea otters spottings."
  • 9.4

    Verve Coffee Roasters

    Coffee Shop 104 Bronson St #19 Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (31 tips):

    • Ashley M.
      Ashley Mowrey: "Consistent quality, beautiful space, and friendly and helpful baristas. There's no indoor seating and outdoor seating is limited, so you're SOL if you don't get lucky with seating."
  • 8.9

    Garden Liquor & Deli

    Deli 1815 Soquel Dr Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (14 tips):

    • Beth M.
      Beth M: "Fell in love with a simple tuna sandwich out of the deli case. That lead to trying an awesome California breakfast burrito. Now I am making my way through the menu and everything is good."

People are talking about these places in Santa Cruz:

  • 9.3

    Seabright State Beach

    Beach Seabright Ave Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (32 tips):

    • Elliott D.
      Elliott D: "Beautiful, clean, great beach. People do their own thing and its lovely. I love the views, especially at dusk and when there are sailboats."
    • Ryan B.
      Ryan Block: "Probably my favorite beach in Mid/East SC. Been coming here since '04....just be sure to Stash Your Trash and give respect for the locals. Bonfires too."
  • 9.3

    Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

    State or Provincial Park Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (33 tips):

    • Runqiu C.
      Runqiu Cai: "One of the few old growth redwoods. Very short east stroll. Take the River Trail for a longer walk."
    • Brian J.
      Brian JJ: "$10 for a parking day pass near the visitor center. Or park near downtown off the 17 and take a short hike through the meadow to get to the Redwood Loop trail."
  • 9.1

    Natural Bridges State Beach

    State or Provincial Park 2531 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (45 tips):

    • Caroline D.
      Caroline Deng: "A hidden gem along California's coastline. Stop by during sunset for scenic views of the last remaining "natural bridge" out of the original 3."
    • Penny S.
      Penny Smith: "The view is # 1 but the parking is large enough to maneuver easily. Nice beach & soft sand for maximum exercise!"

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