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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

3,308 Reviews

#10 of 61 things to do in Santa Cruz

Water & Amusement Parks, Theme Parks

400 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-5416

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“roller coaster”(223 reviews)

“giant dipper”(158 reviews)

“amusement park”(229 reviews)

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The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a classic seaside amusement park. The admission-free attraction features thrill rides like the famous Giant Dipper roller coaster, kiddie rides, games, shops, food, and year-round indoor activities. Admission is...more

Suggested duration: 2-3 hours

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400 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-5416

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teresa f

Reviewed today via mobile

We come for the Big Dipper!

Its our families tradition to visit the Boardwalk and ride the Big Dipper, it never disappoints us, its one the best rides in N. CA!!!

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David I

Fairfield, California

4510

Reviewed yesterday via mobile

Nice

We've been here before with a group. Decided to go with just the two of us and it was great. Perfect Weather!

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Amesy20

Leamington Spa, United Kingdom

4331

Reviewed 2 days ago

Like Blackpool, UK!

A dated seaside amusement area which seems to provide fun for all ages. Lots of rides, screams and smiling faces! There are plenty of places to grab a drink and a bite to eat.

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Jill W

Seattle, Washington

7914

Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile

So Much Fun!

We didn’t anticipate having as much fun as we did. It was awesome! Our favorites were fireball and double shot. The Big Dipper was fun but left some bruises. The fright walk under the boardwalk was super fun. We loved the mini golf and the...More

Thank Jill W

R E

Columbus, Ohio

3112

Reviewed 1 week ago

To costly

In my opinion 40.00 for a ride pass is way to much, so we didn't get one. Wish there were more shops and food aside from your typical fair food. This is a beautiful location and a nice restaurant would have been welcomed. We spent...More

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Ajit T

Pune, India

10136

Reviewed 1 week ago

Amusement Park by Beach Side, So many great rides, amazing food and lovely weather.

First place of my visit during USA trip and it was amazing.. Parking took some time as it was a peak summer season, weather was lovely, strong cool breeze.. Once we entered I loved the place, went to so many rides with my son, family...More

Thank Ajit T

asheyWhitstable

whitstable

5015

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Road Trip

Did not enjoy the boardwalk, it was smelly and very dirty. The car parking you will need a mortgage to pay the parking charges.

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hazanrel

Israel

359

Reviewed 1 week ago

Amusement park, beach, food.. Good day

If you have some time to kill and want to feel how freedom felt when we were young - Boardwalk is just what you need. I went with a friend, had a nice walk on the pier.. saw some seals.. fishermen.. from there to the...More

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Sin_Slasher

Clovis, California

257

Reviewed 1 week ago

Amusement Park by the Beach

There are a lot of fun things to do for everyone in the boardwalk. Entrance is free but the food price are high like any amusement park. A good one day get away for everyone in the family.

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Erum M

296

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Best time ever

It was a warm day in San Jose, so we headed out to Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk . The weather was amazing there and it was loads of fun. We enjoyed the water and played on the sand.. went for long walks too. The...More

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Mercy H

Can you bring ice chest on the beach?

July 27, 2018|

AnswerShow all 10 answers

Yes! You can definitely bring ice chests onto the beach or Boardwalk. The City of Santa Cruz has rules for the beach (no smoking, alcohol, dogs, fires, etc.) but ice chests are fine!

Doug C

how long of wait for giant dipper on a Friday night in July?

July 27, 2018|

AnswerShow all 4 answers

It didn't seem that long. It was less than an hour. And it was totally worth it.

darkfalcon500

I’m going to the boardwalk next Wednesday after 5 pm and am wondering how long I should expect lines to be specifically for Giant Dipper and Undertow and also which seat is the smoothest on Giant Dipper and which one gives the best airtime? The night I’m going is a coca-cola night also.

July 26, 2018|

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I would say there going to be pretty long. Even though a lot of kids will be in school with the discounted prices that brings more people. There are so many other things to do, you'll have a great time.

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