Westlake, CA
Santa Cruz
Popular places to visit
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk as part of your trip to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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Mystery Spot
Find out about the history of Santa Cruz with a stop at Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.
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Santa Cruz Wharf
Explore the waterfront of Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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Natural Bridges State Park
Explore the great outdoors at Natural Bridges State Park, a lovely green space in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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Ocean Street
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can enjoy retail therapy at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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Main Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Main Beach during your travels in Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
Westlake Hotel Deals
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Reviewed on 2 February 2025
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Reviewed on 25 January 2025
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Reviewed on 4 February 2025
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Reviewed on 4 February 2025
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Reviewed on 2 February 2025
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Reviewed on 3 February 2025
Other neighborhoods around Westlake
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Harvey West
While there might not be top attractions in Harvey West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ocean Street and Mission Santa Cruz.
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Westside Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Monterey Bay and Pacific Avenue, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Cruz.
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Mission Hill
While visiting Mission Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park.
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Downtown Santa Cruz
Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.
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Circles
While there might not be top attractions in Circles, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cowell's Beach and Santa Cruz Wharf.
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Beach Hill - Beach Flats
Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Main Beach and Santa Cruz Wharf are two attractions nearby that you can check out.