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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
831 423 5590
Ranked #7 of 35 attractions in Santa Cruz
4.0 of 5 stars 226 Reviews
Type: Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks, Amusement/ Theme Parks, Historic Sites
Activities: Shopping, City walk sightseeing
Traveler Description:  Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - Fun in the Sun The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk has been a popular destination for more than 100 years.  There are a... more »
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lehi, utah
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

We came on May 19, 2012 and had an unexpected concert from James Durbin! It was so fun to hear that. The sand was very fine and fun to play in for our 2 year old. It was warm and slightly windy and we are planning to go back soon. We parked on the road and paid over our cell... More

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Hughson, California
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Being going here for many years. Will be back. Lots of changes over the year. Some are good and some are bad. Some add memories and some take away memories. Some are needed and some well just say quit messing with the blessing. More

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Salinas, California
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

The Santa Cruz,Ca Beach and boardwalk is loaded with something for everyone! Admission to the Boardwalk is free although there is a fee for the rides and games. Even if you do not ride the rides you will have an awesome time. The beach is well maintained and there are volley ball nets. Start your own game or ask to... More

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Warrington, United Kingdom
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Not really my cup of tea, free to get in but very expensive to park anywhere near the Boardwalk, probably better for younger kids than adults. Rides quite pricey, best value would be to live local and take advantage of a season pass. Free concert on the beach, Starship, was the highlight for us, if a bit crowded. More

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Chicago, Illinois
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012
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We decided to stop here for lunch and some fun after visiting Big Basin Redwoods Park. It was about a 50 minute drive. You will find amusement rides, sea lions and arcade games. In May weather was nice in the mid 70's, sand is hot to walk on barefoot but the water is still too cold to swim in. We... More

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Santa Cruz, California
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

Love the Friday night concerts and the movies on Wed during the summer. Cant beat such fun right on the beach More

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London
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

If you can avoid Santa Cruz, do. It's an old town without atmosphere and full of tramps. The beach is laden with sea gulls that poop everywhere. The arcade will entertain the kids but that's about all. More

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San Francisco, California, United States
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

Tons of rides even for your little ones. It was a beautiful day and there were a ton of people. Parking was a bit of a pain and expensive. More

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San Francisco, California
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

It was fun!!! I really enjoyed it but it is trashy. It's clean and crowded and I would def go back, the weather was gorgeous but it really did remind me of the movie stand by me. More

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Rio Vista, California
2 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

like: good corn dog dislike: cold and windy, not too many games open and boardwalk was very limited. More

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