Santa Cruz County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Santa Cruz featuring water sports

Popular cities in Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz featuring rocky coastline, general coastal views and a beach
Santa Cruz
Known for Walking, Beaches and Sea
This Californian city attracts visitors looking for sun and sand, and has one of the strongest surfing cultures in the country.

Reasons to visit

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
  • Mystery Spot
  • Pleasure Point Park
Aptos
Aptos
Known for Beaches, Dining and Family-friendly

Reasons to visit

  • Rio Del Mar Beach
  • Seacliff State Beach
  • New Brighton State Beach
Davenport
Davenport
Known for Dining, Friendly people and Sea

Reasons to visit

  • Shark Fin Cove
  • Scott Creek Beach
  • West Waddell Creek State Wilderness
Los Gatos
Los Gatos
Known for Dining, Shopping and Family-friendly

Reasons to visit

  • Vasona Lake County Park
  • Regale Winery and Vineyards
Watsonville
Watsonville
Known for Beaches, Sports and Biking

Reasons to visit

  • Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve