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Segway Santa Cruz
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The Giant Dipper
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Cocoanut Grove
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Santa Cruz Museum Of Natural History
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Monterey Bay Sanctuary Exploration Center
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Chardonnay II
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Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf
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La Posta
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Knights Inn Santa Cruz Beach/ Boardwalk
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Beachview Inn
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Ocean Pacific Lodge
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The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, east of the Santa Cruz Wharf and a short walk from downtown, is one of the most popular attractions in Santa Cruz.
The historic landmark is one of only two remaining seaside amusement parks on the West Coast, with an arcade, amusement park, mini-golf course, laser tag and beach bandstand, which hosts a series of free concerts every summer.
The admission-free amusement park allows beachgoers to run back and forth between the sand and the conflagration of saltwater taffy makers, ice cream purveyors and rides, enjoying the best of both worlds. The Boardwalk is open year-round, with the park rides, including the world-famous wooden roller coaster, The Giant Dipper, and 1924 Loof Carousel open during the summer months.
The Boardwalk is also along the course of the Wharf to Wharf race held every summer and the departure point for the Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train in the winter.
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Riva Fish House
31 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
In addition to seafood salads, crispy calamari, chowders and seafood pastas, the weekly specials at this classic beach town diner include cracked crab, skewers of prawns and grilled salmon. Fresh fish, unpretentious décor and spectacular views from
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Stagnaro Bros Restaurant
59 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Stagnaro Bros. features a menu with more than 20 different types of fresh seafood every day, as well as pasta dishes, steaks and a children's menu.
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Kuumbwa Jazz Center
320 Cedar St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Kuumbwa Jazz has grown from its small beginnings to one of the most highly respected jazz-presenting institutions in the country, attracting artists of national and international renown. We present over 120 concerts per year at our intimate 200-seat venue
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Ideal Bar & Grill
106 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Fun, family friendly dining with a beautiful view of Santa Cruz Main beach and the Municipal Wharf! We offer seating both inside and on our sunny deck! Come down and try our award winning clam chowder today!
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Boardwalk Bowl
115 Cliff St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Next to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the Boardwalk Bowl is a state-of-the-art bowling facility, arcade, restaurant, and lounge.
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Chardonnay II
790 Mariner Park Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Excursions aboard the Chardonnay II are perfect for any age group and fun for everyone from seasoned sailors to first-time adventures.
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