Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Watsonville February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Watsonville](https://expedia.ca/Watsonville-Hotels.d10460.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Watsonville](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Watsonville.d10460.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Watsonville Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Watsonville.d10460.Car-Rental-Guide)[Watsonville Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Watsonville.d10460.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Watsonville, CA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Watsonville Types of activities [Watsonville travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Watsonville.dx10460) ![Mama you didn’t tell me that that’s what artichokes look like](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10460/73aa6de5-31eb-4fd9-9682-27798e3602e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mama you didn’t tell me that that’s what artichokes look like](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10460/73aa6de5-31eb-4fd9-9682-27798e3602e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This view will never get old! It’s not busy and very peaceful.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000419535/b9a733e3-bec5-435a-83ab-598173ae8760.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Great hiking around the slough. Saw lots of sea birds and otters, crabs, lizards and even 3 different snakes. Trails are easy hiking and they also do kayak trips into the slough. Fun place to see nature.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634983166691/8568a91a-f5aa-404f-8ea0-b27ed4222d03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Great area to view the sunset without the congestion of Santa Cruz area. Manresa Beach! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10460/a04c3db8-0b21-4958-a642-87082598a121.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Watsonville Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Watsonville has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Watsonville is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Watsonville to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Watsonville Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Watsonville. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Watsonville attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Recommended things to do in Watsonville | Number of things to do | 17 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Missing Gem Quest Experience in Morgan Hill](/things-to-do/morgan-hill-city-exploration-game-the-case-of-the-missing-gem.a46531521.activity-details): CA $13 | | Top 5 things to do | [Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland](/things-to-do/wildlife-safari-boat-tour-in-scenic-monterey-bay-wetland.a46664379.activity-details)[Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour](/things-to-do/elkhorn-slough-wildlife-tour.a3402594.activity-details)[Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz](/things-to-do/half-day-private-beach-tour-in-santa-cruz.a46593425.activity-details)[Monterey Bay Whale Watching](/things-to-do/monterey-bay-whale-watching.a44748301.activity-details)[Santa Cruz Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity](/things-to-do/santa-cruz-scavenger-hunt-walking-activity.a51298187.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland](/things-to-do/wildlife-safari-boat-tour-in-scenic-monterey-bay-wetland.a46664379.activity-details)[Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour](/things-to-do/elkhorn-slough-wildlife-tour.a3402594.activity-details)[Monterey Bay Whale Watching](/things-to-do/monterey-bay-whale-watching.a44748301.activity-details)[Santa Cruz Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity](/things-to-do/santa-cruz-scavenger-hunt-walking-activity.a51298187.activity-details)[Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt](/things-to-do/santa-cruz-ade-scavenger-hunt.a4127881.activity-details) | | With kids | [Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland](/things-to-do/wildlife-safari-boat-tour-in-scenic-monterey-bay-wetland.a46664379.activity-details)[Monterey Bay Whale Watching](/things-to-do/monterey-bay-whale-watching.a44748301.activity-details)[Capitola Friday Night Food Tour](/things-to-do/capitola-friday-night-food-tour.a50146719.activity-details)[Redwoods Forest Swimming](/things-to-do/santa-cruz-redwoods-forest-therapy.a4252920.activity-details)[Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour](/things-to-do/monterey-county-salinas-valley-farm-tour.a47975597.activity-details) | ## What to do in Watsonville --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Watsonville ![B89ND5 View of La Selva Beach with ice plant. Image shot 2009. Exact date unknown.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6228379/7090189a-d808-4113-b7d3-b1df50a60112.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### La Selva Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at La Selva Beach during your travels in Watsonville? Attend a sporting event while you're in the area, or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/La-Selva-Beach-Watsonville.d6228379.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sunset Time View at Crystal Cove State Beach Shoreline with Ocean Waves, Newport Beach City, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6228374/8da065d3-6be7-46de-a151-46415688c1cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunset State Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Sunset State Beach during your travels in Watsonville? Attend a sporting event while you're in the area, or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Sunset-State-Beach-Watsonville.d6228374.Vacation-Attraction) ![Manresa State Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6151260/23d8fec7-7546-407a-8e5a-e2f723219aec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manresa State Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Manresa State Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Watsonville. Attend a sporting event while you're in the area, or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Manresa-State-Beach-Watsonville.d6151260.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mount Madonna Center Learn about the events happening at Mount Madonna Center during your trip to Watsonville. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Madonna-Center-Watsonville.d553248621532640325.Vacation-Attraction) #### Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve Explore the great outdoors at Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, a lovely green space in Elkhorn. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Elkhorn-Slough-National-Estuarine-Research-Reserve-California.d6328070.Vacation-Attraction) #### Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Enjoy an outing to Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds during your stay in Interlaken. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz-County-Fairgrounds-Watsonville.d6151258.Vacation-Attraction) #### Watsonville Square Shopping Center You can enjoy retail therapy at Watsonville Square Shopping Center during your stay in Watsonville. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Watsonville-Square-Shopping-Center-Watsonville.d6228393.Vacation-Attraction) #### Pinto Lake Park Explore the great outdoors at Pinto Lake Park, a lovely green space in Watsonville. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Pinto-Lake-Park-Watsonville.d6200986.Vacation-Attraction) #### Pajaro Valley Historical Association You can spend time exploring the galleries in Pajaro Valley Historical Association during your travels in Watsonville. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Pajaro-Valley-Historical-Association-Watsonville.d6200981.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Watsonville ![0_87652786](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6435/5e7853fa-f417-4317-bfc3-cbf4d5620a22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Aptos ![Los Gatos Beach in Zihuatanejo, Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8421/584ce0cd-bd9d-447b-8f68-8195e5d346b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Los Gatos ![High angle view of Anderson Reservoir, a man made lake in Morgan Hill, managed by the Santa Clara Valley Water District, maintained at low level due to failure risk in case of earthquake; California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8970/26c8b16d-d067-4d88-9f5e-ce7b38992dd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Morgan Hill ![0_AKG6JB](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9904/cd3acd18-3345-482c-b8ac-e6c1e29bbb8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Salinas ![California Mission ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183013/34ccbe95-b66a-42f3-ac09-46dc6ec26402.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San Juan Bautista ![Aerial Panoramic View of Elkhorn Slough, Moss Landing, California. Elkhorn Slough is a 7-mile-long tidal slough and estuary on Monterey Bay in Monterey County, California. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048206/2ca563a3-d968-4cd6-9162-b9e802c101e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Moss Landing ![Castroville artichokes in the setting sun](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337749/d6b08ed9-5d33-4da7-990f-9ec1cde591eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Castroville ![Pajaro Dunes California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000419535/aabc3444-8d8a-4f73-b87f-03ccb297d094.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pajaro Dunes ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Watsonville worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Watsonville? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Watsonville? ### Is three days enough to stay in Watsonville? ### What are some activities to do in Watsonville with kids? > - [Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wildlife-safari-boat-tour-in-scenic-monterey-bay-wetland.a46664379.activity-details) > - [Monterey Bay Whale Watching](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/monterey-bay-whale-watching.a44748301.activity-details) > - [Capitola Friday Night Food Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/capitola-friday-night-food-tour.a50146719.activity-details) > - [Redwoods Forest Swimming](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-cruz-redwoods-forest-therapy.a4252920.activity-details) > - [Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/monterey-county-salinas-valley-farm-tour.a47975597.activity-details) ### What to do in Watsonville for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Watsonville? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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