Guidebook for Santa Cruz
Food Scene
Yummy treats and a wonderful outdoor patio. Cute shops near-by.
98 locals recommend
Kelly's French Bakery
402 Ingalls StYummy treats and a wonderful outdoor patio. Cute shops near-by.
Wonderful restaurant and kid friendly if you go on the early side before it gets to busy.
94 locals recommend
Bantam
1010 Fair AveWonderful restaurant and kid friendly if you go on the early side before it gets to busy.
The Picnic Basket
125 Beach StDelicious breakfast and lunch and amazing homemade ice cream!
Essentials
New Leaf Community Markets
1101 Fair AveGreat produce!
Everything Else
Safeway
2203 Mission StInexpensive staples and Starbucks. Also open 24 hours a day.
Another Bike Shop
2361 Mission StGreat family owned local business and they offer bike rentals
Mitchell's Cove Beach
Great family and dog friendly beach!
Great for the kids and also a beautiful place walk. There is a lovely coastal trail there.
80 locals recommend
Seymour Marine Discovery Center
100 McAllister WayGreat for the kids and also a beautiful place walk. There is a lovely coastal trail there.
This is a great place to explore and fun for the kids. World renowned mountain biking, great hiking and trail running to.
219 locals recommend
Wilder Ranch State Park
1401 Coast RdThis is a great place to explore and fun for the kids. World renowned mountain biking, great hiking and trail running to.
Companion Bakeshop Westside Santa Cruz
2341 Mission StDelicious baked goods and coffee
Entertainment & Activities
Garfield Park
634 Almar AveFun playground and basketball courts.
Bethany Curve
Bethany CurveGreat walking path to beach. Fun climbing structures for dogs.
Sergeant Derby Park
508 Woodland WaySkate Park, kid climbing structure, tennis
Sightseeing
Natural Bridges State Beach
2531 W Cliff DrButterflies!