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  • 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."
  • 9.5

    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."
  • 9.1

    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."
  • 9.1

    Harbor Cafe

    Café 535 7th Ave Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (41 tips):

    • Damian B.
      Damian Bayona: "If there's a line, sit at the outside bar area for immediate food and drink service. The breakfast croissant is a must try 👌🏻"
  • 9.2

    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"

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  • 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

    Wilder Ranch State Park

    State or Provincial Park 1401 Coast Rd Santa Cruz, CA

    People also say (10 tips):

    • Nimalan M.
      Nimalan Mahendran: "Great place for mountain biking, although you have to watch out for horse poop and it can be really muddy."
    • IS K.
      IS KLE: "Good spot to bring kids to hike. Neat July 4th old timey festival with music and mule rides and snacks."
  • 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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