Things to do, Places to go
Santa Cruz County has attractions to delight both visitors and locals alike. From nature walks in one of our 14 state parks to surfing or kayaking in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, from getting active during Open Streets to getting visual when artists invite you into their homes during Open Studios, there’s a wealth of things to do and see and explore. See what tickles your fancy and find out more at these sites:
- 2015 Official Santa Cruz County Traveler’s Guide – Let’s Cruz
- Downtown Santa Cruz
- Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks
- Watsonville Wetlands and Trails
- Museum of Art and History
- Arts Council Santa Cruz County
- Santa Cruz County Visitors Center
- UCSC
- Cabrillo College
How to get there
As varied as the experiences, there are lots of ways to get around Santa Cruz County. The best way to see most things is up close an personal. Consider using one of the following travel modes:
- Bus – Santa Cruz Metro provides both fixed route and paratransit service throughout Santa Cruz County
- Bike rentals – rent from these local bike shops by the day or hour The Bike Trip, Family Cycling Center, and Spokesman Bicycles.
- Bike loans – many local hotels offer bicycles for their guests to borrow or rent at discount rates
- Segway – Segway Santa Cruz offers guided tours to beach area hotspots
- Carshare – Zipcar members rent by the hour, make or extend your reservations online
- Shared rides, such as carpooling, and private transportation options, such as taxis, Uber, Lyft, and other options.
