Guidebook for Santa Cruz
Food Scene
Best Pastries in town and terrific lunch/sandwiches. Can be crowded, but definitely worth it. Consider going when it opens in the morning.
133 locals recommend
The Buttery
702 Soquel AveBest Pastries in town and terrific lunch/sandwiches. Can be crowded, but definitely worth it. Consider going when it opens in the morning.
Laili
101 Cooper StOswald Restaurant
121 Soquel AveDrinks & Nightlife
Absolutely local gem, with great selection of crafted beers and small plates. My favorite in town.
34 locals recommend
Lupulo Craft Beer House
233 Cathcart StAbsolutely local gem, with great selection of crafted beers and small plates. My favorite in town.
Arts & Culture
Kids love this place and it's free. 2 blocks from the house.
25 locals recommend
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
35 Pacific AveKids love this place and it's free. 2 blocks from the house.
Parks & Nature
Main beach, by the volley ball courts. Less crowded and straight down from the Main street.
6 locals recommend
Main Beach
Main beach, by the volley ball courts. Less crowded and straight down from the Main street.
Essentials
Trader Joe's
700 Front StWhole Foods Market
911 Soquel AveDoctors on Duty
501 Lighthouse AveWalgreens
1718 Soquel AveEntertainment & Activities
Del Mar Theater
1124 Pacific Avelandmark