- TripBuzz found 188 things to do with kids in or near Santa Cruz, California, including 157 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cupertino, Aptos, Saratoga and Watsonville.
- From Stagnaro Sport Fishing Charters & Whale Watching Cruises to Club Ed Santa Cruz Surf School, the Santa Cruz area offers 99 different types of family activities, including: Beaches, Fishing, Movie Theaters and Walking Trails.
- Situated on the northern edge of Monterey Bay, famous for its coastal beauty, redwood forests and moderate climate, lies the city of Santa Cruz, California. The city's eclectic culture draws a diverse tourist community to its many attractions that include museums and annual fairs and festivals, in addition to the breathtaking outdoor recreation that awaits.
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While it serves mainly seafood dishes, the Miramar Beach Restaurant also has days when it presents its clients special menus. Grammy nominated Terry Disley creates the atmosphere from Thursday until Sunday.
42.9 Miles
70%
23 votes
32920 Alvarado Niles Rd, Ste 210, Union City, CA 94587
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Spanning 15,000-sqft, Pacific West Gymnastics is a sporting facility that features 2 in-ground pits filled with foam, a 40-foot tumble track, and a trampoline. The facility holds Tae Kwon Do classes on the padded floor.
43.0 Miles
77%
13 votes
1097 Seal Ct, San Mateo, CA 94497
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Parkside Aquatic Park & Launch Ramp features a beach, two playgrounds, reservable and drop-in picnic areas, restrooms and the boating launch ramp. Swimming is allowed but there are no lifeguards on duty.
43.1 Miles
History of the local area is collected and preserved within the Union City Historical Museum. The organization that supervises the museum also works at collecting oral histories from those living in the community.
43.1 Miles
A large and uniquely formed gazebo is the focal point for Old Alvarado Park, which can be rented for group events. The park itself also holds a large children's playground with a sand box and a weekend farmer's market in the summer.
43.2 Miles
91%
581 votes
Mirada Road off Highway One, Half Moon Bay, CA
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Half Moon Bay's Waterfront Coastside Trail is popular among hikers and bicycle riders. Rollerblading is also permitted along this 3.5-mile asphalt trail. There are parking lots scattered along the length of the trail, but none at either of its endpoints.
43.2 Miles
A 25-screen movie theater, Century 25 Union Landing and XD displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater provides stadium seating, arcade games, an XD auditorium and a cafe with food and drinks.
43.4 Miles
Dry Creek Park is also known by its longer name of Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Park, which is located in an area that was famous in the 1880s for large festival events. The park currently holds the Garin Barn Visitor Center, picnic areas, an extensive landscaped garden, and hiking trails.
43.5 Miles
As a popular surfing spot with the locals, Surfer's Beach offers visitors waves to body board and surf in. Most of the beach is covered during high tide, but is accessible during low tide.
43.6 Miles
Nestled in the urban San Mateo, The San Mateo Japanese Garden is a welcome breath of peace. Strolling through the garden, sitting in the Japanese pagoda, and admiring the koi pond are some of the things visitors love the most.