Enjoy Santa Cruz!


Spend the day at the beach, shop or visit one of our many restaurants before coming to the Actors' Theatre!

  • Restaurants

    There are lots of places to eat in Santa Cruz.
    • Top Restaurants
      Browse the top restaurants by category in Santa Cruz using Yelp!

  • Shopping Destinations

    One of these locations will provide plenty of shopping choices.
    • Downtown Santa Cruz
      Downtown Santa Cruz has over 200 unique retail shops. Its outdoor Pacific Garden Mall is one of the most unique retail centers on the Central Coast.
    • Capiltola Mall
      Visit over 100 stores in nearby Capitola.

  • Parks

    Visit one of our many parks Santa Cruz.
    • Ano Nuevo State Nature Reserve
      Año Nuevo State Natural Reserve is the site of the largest mainland breeding colony in the world for the northern elephant seal, and the interpretive program has attracted increasing interest every winter for the past 19 years.
    • Wilder Ranch State Park
      This coastal park has 34 miles of hiking, biking and equestrian rails winding through coastal terraces and valleys.
    • Natural Bridges State Beach
      This beach, with its famous natural bridge, is an excellent vantage point for viewing shore birds, migrating whales, and seals and otters playing offshore. It is also home to world-famous migrating Monarch Butterflys.
    • Nisene Marks State Park
      There are 30 miles of trails nestled in this second growth forest in Aptos, which are perfect for hiking, mountain biking, or a leisurely stroll.

  • Popular Destinations

    These local destinations are perennial favorites.
    • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
      Ride the world-famous Giant Dipper roller coaster and enjoy the spectacular beachfront setting on beautiful Monterey Bay.
    • The Mystery Spot
      The Mystery Spot is a gravitational anomaly located in the redwood forests just outside of Santa Cruz. Within the Mystery Spot you will be stunned as your perceptions of of the laws of physics and gravity are questioned.