Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Visit Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
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Santa Cruz Wharf
Explore the waterfront of Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Cowell's Beach
Explore the waterfront of Cowell's Beach and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Santa Cruz Main Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Cruz Main Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Enjoy the exciting rides at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and see why everyone loves this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
![Main Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/99069d69848e8c23dd0fc11809445fcc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Main Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Main Beach during your travels in Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
![Lighthouse Point Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/8a81b51090a648b2392f035ffea338db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Lighthouse Point Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Lighthouse Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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