The 10 Best Things to do Good for Couples in Santa Cruz, California (CA)

October 9, 2021 Terina Blouin

The quintessential California beach town of Santa Cruz! It was here that surfing was first brought to the mainland by Hawaiian royalty. Home to the legendary Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, a pedestrian-friendly, tree-lined downtown area, and the historic Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf, which stretches out a half-mile into the waters of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Other highlights include UC Santa Cruz, the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, and nearby redwood forests.
Restaurants in Santa Cruz

1. Adventure Out

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5.0 based on 41 reviews

Adventure Out

Adventure Out is California's premiere outdoor school specializing in surf camps, rock climbing classes, backpacking trips, mountain biking, and wilderness survival skills instruction.

2. Chardonnay Sailing Charters

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5.0 based on 1,145 reviews

Chardonnay Sailing Charters

Excursions aboard Chardonnay Sailing Charters are perfect for any age group and fun for everyone, from seasoned sailors to first-time adventures.

3. California Classic Sail

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5.0 based on 33 reviews

California Classic Sail

California Classic Sail operates a beautiful classic sailing charter boat on the Monterey Bay from the picturesque Santa Cruz Harbor. We specialize in two hour public and private sailing charters that are a perfect complement to any stay in Santa Cruz. At this time our offerings include public and private charters from the Capitola Wharf.

4. Brew Cruz

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Brew Cruz

Brew Cruz is Santa Cruz's Original Microbrewery Tour! Hop aboard for a 4 hour drive around scenic Santa Cruz on our beautifully restored, one-of-a-kind 1989 school bus, 'Betty Jane', and enjoy a pint for each passenger at each of the 3 breweries we choose to stop at, tours with the brewmasters, beer history, trivia, music on-board and many unforgettable memories. Truly a Santa Cruz favorite!

5. Stagnaro Sport Fishing Charters & Whale Watching Cruises

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5.0 based on 1,287 reviews

Stagnaro Sport Fishing Charters & Whale Watching Cruises

The Stagnaro family has been serving the Santa Cruz area for over a century, ever since Italian patriarch Cottardo Stagnaro settled in Santa Cruz in 1879. This historical landmark business is still leading the way in ocean fun on the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. There is something for everyone: Whale Watching, Scenic Bay Cruises, Fishing Trips and Private Parties for any occasion. Whichever your choice, today's fourth generation Stagnaro Charter Boats will surely make your trip fun and memorable.

6. Pacific Sail

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5.0 based on 96 reviews

Pacific Sail

a sailing school and charter company since 1979, located in Santa Cruz, California on the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. We have a fleet of 9 yachts from 22-46 feet and several USCG licensed Captains. Sailing activities include: American Sailing Association certified sailing instruction - 2 to 5 days, Skippered Charters- a USCG Captain takes out a group of six or less participants on a fun relaxing sail onboard a beautiful sailing yacht, and Corporate Team Building sailing regattas.

7. O’Neill Yacht Charters

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O’Neill Yacht Charters

Experience an exciting sailing adventure aboard the luxurious 65' Team O'Neill catamaran on the Monterey Bay! Sailing activities include afternoon cruises, sunset sails, local wine and beer tastings, seasonal firework cruises, live music sails and wildlife tours, each offering an exceptionally smooth and thrilling experience. Sailing enthusiasts and newbies alike will enjoy sailing along the Santa Cruz coastline, whether it's a family day out on a public sail or special occasion aboard a private charter.

8. Surf School Santa Cruz

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5.0 based on 469 reviews

Surf School Santa Cruz

Welcome to Surf School Santa Cruz, the best-rated surf school on the West Coast. We accept students of all ages and skill levels and guarantee a quality, safe, and fun learning experience. This surf school was created because of our passion for surfing and developed because of our desire to share it with the world. We believe that surfing is not just a sport, but is actually therapy for life. We ardently advocate that the only thing better than a great day of surfing is helping fuel someone else’s passion or improve skillsets that work in the ocean and carry over to day-to-day life. Our instructors are professionals who tailor each lesson to the students, so no matter your ability, you are encouraged and supported in the most personalized way possible. The cumulative years of quality surfing and teaching experience we have under our belts allow us to provide you the best surf lessons in all of Santa Cruz.

9. Current eBikes

585 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-7175 +1 831-621-2309 [email protected] http://currentebikes.com/ebike-rentals/
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Current eBikes

Current eBikes in downtown Santa Cruz is The Electric Bicycle Store for the Monterey Bay and South San Francisco Bay areas. Top brand name electric bicycle sales and service. Offering 10 brands of electric bikes in all styles - electric mountain bikes, electric commuter bikes, electric cargo and family bikes, electric folding bikes, and more.

10. Sea Spirit Ocean Safari

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5.0 based on 200 reviews

Sea Spirit Ocean Safari

Specializing in Whale watching tours and Great White Shark tours from the Santa Cruz California harbor. We venture out into the Monterey Bay Sanctuary while our various ocean safaris offer the nature viewer one of the widest ranges of marine life viewing of anywhere in the world. Join us to observe humpback whales, blue and grey whales, great white sharks, otters, sea lions, dolphins and porpoises along with a plethora of other marine life all from the comforts of our 50' uncrowded pilothouse vessel- where every seat is a front row seat!

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