Michael And Ashlie's Guidebook

Michael And Ashlie
Michael And Ashlie
Michael And Ashlie's Guidebook

Sightseeing

A must see!
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park
400 Beach St
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A must see!
Expansive venue with hands-on art & history exhibitions, plus special programs good for all ages.
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Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History
705 Front St
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Expansive venue with hands-on art & history exhibitions, plus special programs good for all ages.
Rotating exhibits on surfing culture & local history housed in a historic, preserved lighthouse.
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Santa Cruz Surfing Museum
701 W Cliff Dr
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Rotating exhibits on surfing culture & local history housed in a historic, preserved lighthouse.
Famous cliffside surfing spot since the 1930s, featuring a surfing museum inside a lighthouse.
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Steamer Lane
700 W Cliff Dr
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Famous cliffside surfing spot since the 1930s, featuring a surfing museum inside a lighthouse.
Monarch migration is variable and population numbers and dates are different each year. The monarchs typically begin arriving in mid-October and leave by mid-February (In 2013, 2016, and 2017 the monarchs had left by January). At Natural Bridges, late October and all of November is often the best time to go for a walk and observe the monarchs. The Monarch Grove at Natural Bridges has been declared a Natural Preserve, thus protecting these butterflies and their winter habitat from human encroachment or harm. It is the only State Monarch Preserve in California. The grove contains eucalyptus trees which are located in a gently sloping canyon, providing the Monarch needed shelter from the wind. These winter-flowering trees are also a convenient food source for the butterfly. On chilly days when the temperature drops below 60 degrees, the butterflies cluster together in the eucalyptus trees for warmth. Visitors can view the over-wintering Monarchs by walking down the park's wheelchair and stroller-accessible boardwalk to an observation deck in the eucalyptus grove. Please help protect the health of the butterflies: do not touch or otherwise harm the fragile butterflies. For everyone's enjoyment, no smoking, dogs, bicycles, skates, or skateboards on the boardwalk. Quiet please. Help maintain the sanctuary experience. Monarchs and other visitors are relaxing.
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Natural Bridges Monarch Trail
2531 W Cliff Dr
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Monarch migration is variable and population numbers and dates are different each year. The monarchs typically begin arriving in mid-October and leave by mid-February (In 2013, 2016, and 2017 the monarchs had left by January). At Natural Bridges, late October and all of November is often the best time to go for a walk and observe the monarchs. The Monarch Grove at Natural Bridges has been declared a Natural Preserve, thus protecting these butterflies and their winter habitat from human encroachment or harm. It is the only State Monarch Preserve in California. The grove contains eucalyptus trees which are located in a gently sloping canyon, providing the Monarch needed shelter from the wind. These winter-flowering trees are also a convenient food source for the butterfly. On chilly days when the temperature drops below 60 degrees, the butterflies cluster together in the eucalyptus trees for warmth. Visitors can view the over-wintering Monarchs by walking down the park's wheelchair and stroller-accessible boardwalk to an observation deck in the eucalyptus grove. Please help protect the health of the butterflies: do not touch or otherwise harm the fragile butterflies. For everyone's enjoyment, no smoking, dogs, bicycles, skates, or skateboards on the boardwalk. Quiet please. Help maintain the sanctuary experience. Monarchs and other visitors are relaxing.
Compact sandy patch with rock bridges & tidepools, popular for spotting seabirds, whales & seals.
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Natural Bridges State Beach
2531 W Cliff Dr
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Compact sandy patch with rock bridges & tidepools, popular for spotting seabirds, whales & seals.
Public tide pools in the rocks at Natural Bridges State Beach home to anemones, sea stars & crabs.
Natural Bridges Tidepools
Public tide pools in the rocks at Natural Bridges State Beach home to anemones, sea stars & crabs.
Iconic red & white wooden roller coaster dating to 1924 overlooking the beach & wharf.
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Giant Dipper
400 Beach St
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Iconic red & white wooden roller coaster dating to 1924 overlooking the beach & wharf.
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Chardonnay Sailing Charters
790 Mariner Park Way
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Food scene

Tropical, tiki-inspired outpost offers a range of Hawaiian eats with an American spin & fun drinks.
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Hula's Island Grill
221 Cathcart St
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Tropical, tiki-inspired outpost offers a range of Hawaiian eats with an American spin & fun drinks.
Happening spot for creative American entrees in a modern setting with optional fixed-price menus.
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Oswald Restaurant
121 Soquel Ave
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Happening spot for creative American entrees in a modern setting with optional fixed-price menus.
A fun spot offering several dining options with a huge shared dining patio. Life music on the weekends!
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Abbott Square
118 Cooper St
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A fun spot offering several dining options with a huge shared dining patio. Life music on the weekends!

Food and Ocean Views

Enjoy several food options while taking in the beautiful view!
Beach shops, seafood restaurants, sea lions & fishing draw crowds to this landmark bayside pier.
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Santa Cruz Wharf
21 Municipal Wharf
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Beach shops, seafood restaurants, sea lions & fishing draw crowds to this landmark bayside pier.
Settled right on the wharf, this innovative Mexican cantina features seafood in many of its dishes.
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Olitas Cantina & Grille
49 Municipal Wharf
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Settled right on the wharf, this innovative Mexican cantina features seafood in many of its dishes.
Low-key establishment serves hearty portions of prawns, oysters & other American seafood favorites.
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Riva Fish House
31 Municipal Wharf
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Low-key establishment serves hearty portions of prawns, oysters & other American seafood favorites.
The Crows Nest offers both amazing fine dining and casual options with views of the ocean and Santa Cruz Harbor!
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Crow's Nest Restaurant
2218 E Cliff Dr
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The Crows Nest offers both amazing fine dining and casual options with views of the ocean and Santa Cruz Harbor!
SLS is the best spot to get some wonderful food, coffee or a treat and check out the views along West Cliff!
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Steamer Lane Supply
644-670 W Cliff Dr
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SLS is the best spot to get some wonderful food, coffee or a treat and check out the views along West Cliff!

Bars, Beers and Wine

This microbrewery makes organic beers & serves them in a dog-friendly taproom with eats & a garden.
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Santa Cruz Mountain Vineyard
334 Ingalls St
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This microbrewery makes organic beers & serves them in a dog-friendly taproom with eats & a garden.
Place to sample the brewery's main beers & seasonal releases, with nautical accents & a patio.
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Humble Sea Brewing Co.
820 Swift St
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Place to sample the brewery's main beers & seasonal releases, with nautical accents & a patio.
Creekside picnic area & scenic tasting room with a variety of handcrafted wines plus a patio.
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Beauregard Vineyard
10 Pine Flat Rd
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Creekside picnic area & scenic tasting room with a variety of handcrafted wines plus a patio.

Grocery Stores

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New Leaf Community Markets
1101 Fair Ave
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best selection of meats, wines and local fresh foods
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Shopper's Corner
622 Soquel Ave
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best selection of meats, wines and local fresh foods
The Westside Farmers’ Market is OPEN every Saturday-Rain or Shine! This market takes place every week, year round at the corner of Hwy 1 and Western Drive, situated on the northern edge of Santa Cruz’s greenbelt. This market serves the communities of the west-end of Santa Cruz including Bonny Doon, the North Coast and the UCSC Campus. It is just a hop, skip and a jump from Downtown.
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Farmer’s Market West Side
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The Westside Farmers’ Market is OPEN every Saturday-Rain or Shine! This market takes place every week, year round at the corner of Hwy 1 and Western Drive, situated on the northern edge of Santa Cruz’s greenbelt. This market serves the communities of the west-end of Santa Cruz including Bonny Doon, the North Coast and the UCSC Campus. It is just a hop, skip and a jump from Downtown.
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Whole Foods Market
911 Soquel Ave
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Trader Joe's
700 Front St
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Fast and Easy

Quick food, coffee, snacks on the way to the beach!
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Pacific Ave Cycles
153 Pacific Ave
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Quick food, coffee, snacks on the way to the beach!
Local Favorite!
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Bagelry
1636 Seabright Ave
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Local Favorite!
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Firefly Coffee House
131A Front St
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