Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
3 expert reviews
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Now as in 1907 when the amusement park first opened, the smell of cotton candy mixes with the salt air, the scene punctuated by the squeals of kids hanging upside down on carnival rides." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk has been an Americana classic..the smell of cotton candy mixes with the salt air, the scene punctuated by the squeals of kids hanging upside down on carnival rides." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The best plan is to buy a wristband for everyone in your party so you can enjoy unlimited rides all day long...and if you need a break from the lines or crowds, the beach is right there"