AIRBNB EXPERIENCES

Things to do in Santa Cruz County

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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews

Experience whale watching with a Naturalist

Join us for a lively day on Monterey Bay, spending time seeing diverse coastal animals.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 305 reviews

Sail Monterey Bay and spot marine life

Glide silently past sea otters, seals, and dolphins on an eco-friendly sail.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 79 reviews

Wild WestWednesday & Farm Friday at Bluebird Farm

Meet fluffy mini cows, baby mini horses & friendly farm animals! Enjoy pony rides, feeding time, cuddles, a hayride to our Highland cows, and explore a child-sized Old West Town built just for play

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviews

The Hot Glass Experience

Join the only publicly accessible glassblowing facility in the area & shape molten glass.

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews

Explore Silicon Valley's landmarks

Join us for a driving and walking tour of Silicon Valley’s iconic high-tech companies.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 174 reviews

Paddle alongside marine life in Monterey Bay

Kayak Monterey Bay and encounter otters, seals, and sea lions in their natural habitat.

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews

Drop into a sound bath and guided meditation

Feel the good vibrations at a live sound bath and guided meditation in a serene setting. Reiki and sound healing are included.

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 1228 reviews

Guided eBike Tour of 17-Mile Drive

Ride the most scenic road with friendly, knowledgeable guides.

5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Oil Painting in a Professional Artist's Studio

Paint an oil still life from life or work from photo references to develop your observational skills and technique.

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 168 reviews

Sail Monterey Bay at sunset

Enjoy a short harbor tour before we set the sails and head into Monterey Bay to watch..

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Stanford Insider Tours w/Seasoned Stanford Parents

Step into must see quads, lecture halls and dining with Stanford parents/students who share campus culture and hidden corners you would miss alone. Experience vary depends on different tour types

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Play fan vs fan soccer during the tournament in SF

Celebrate matchday by lacing up your boots and repping your country on the pitch ahead of the big game. Qatar v Switzerland (Jun 13), Austria v Jordan (Jun 16), Paraguay vs Australia (Jun 24).

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Fly fpv drones with an aerial pilot

Learn basic FPV controls and try the DJI Avata 2 with guidance from an FAA Part 107 certified drone pilot in a private beginner session held in an approved open area. Fri-Sun only.

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Bike 17-Mile Drive with Monterey Bay Aquarium

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Ghost Trees, Spanish Bay, and Pacific Grove with your GPS-guided journey. Enjoy included ticket to Monterey Bay Aquarium.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Drive Big Sur: Self-Guided Audio Tour

Explore Big Sur’s iconic coastline with our GPS-triggered driving audio tour app. Go at your own pace, start any day, anytime, stop anywhere, listen offline, and enjoy lifetime validity!

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The Nest Box Farm Eggs-perience

This eggs-perience is designed to show you exactly where your food comes from. We’re inviting you to step behind the scenes for a transparent look at our egg operation of pastured hens.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Create moss wall art at San Jose

Design and create your own moss wall art using preserved moss and natural textures. In this hands-on experience, you’ll choose your materials, plan your layout, and assemble your piece step by step .

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Skincare Formulation Lab

We'll dive into the world of cosmetic chemistry by first learning about formulating, biological functions of our skin and ingredients, and then you'll make your own high quality facial serum to keep.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

See Great White Sharks with a Shark Wrangler

Explore the home of the Great White Shark. Search for Juvenile White sharks at SharkPark or or one of 350 Adult White Sharks at Año Nuevo Island in the southern part of the famous Red Triangle

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Bake sourdough on a working farm min 3 per group

Want to learn work with wild yeast? Shape and bake sourdough bread with a farmer-chef and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Meet playful animals while learning the intricacies of sourdough breadmaking.