Title: Mystery Spot in Santa Cruz - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca

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# Mystery Spot Tours and Activities

![The place where you can't stay straight.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065921/d28cfec3-0a62-49c3-8c59-000ebb30e504.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![The place where you can't stay straight.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065921/d28cfec3-0a62-49c3-8c59-000ebb30e504.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![So fun!! Great for family, but make reservations! If you don't, the wait is long.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065921/56b3f34c-a5ee-433a-b531-1a61ef7622cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Mystery Spot

Activities

[Santa Cruz travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz.dx6666)

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## Plan a trip to see Mystery Spot

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.

![Marbella Lane Triplex San Jose](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53980000/53971600/53971587/c15159ca_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### Marbella Lane Triplex San Jose

Northside

CA $927

per person

May 4 - May 11

found 10 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Toronto (YYZ) to San Jose (SJC)

7.4/10 Good! (43 reviews)

It is very nice of a place. I just didnt get a kitchen to cook in. So the pictures lied and i couldnt get in just yet. Other then that great place, location and nice community.

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025

![Marbella Lane Duplex San Jose](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53930000/53923700/53923621/4de00545_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### Marbella Lane Duplex San Jose

Willow Glen

CA $1,600

per person

May 4 - May 11

found 10 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Toronto (YYZ) to San Jose (SJC)

8.2/10 Very Good! (14 reviews)

Very clean well kept place in a good location and affordable sould stay again

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025

![Hotel Clariana](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18990000/18989917/32bedaed_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### Hotel Clariana

Downtown San Jose

CA $1,216

per person

May 4 - May 11

found 10 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Toronto (YYZ) to San Jose (SJC)

7.8/10 Good! (616 reviews)

Staff was very helpful. They have agreat mini bar, an excellent chinese restaurant nearby. The bed was comfortable. Bathrooms clean. It is located near the train station and lots of things to do nearby. I enjoyed my stay.

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

### Tours & day trips

[See all 12 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips)

![Redwoods Forest Swimming](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4252920/81677566-18a6-4e11-abfe-6b1d4f48d69b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Redwoods Forest Swimming

2h 30m

10/10

1 Viator review

Free cancellation available

CA $122

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-cruz-redwoods-forest-therapy.a4252920.activity-details?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&swp=off)

![Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46593425/92f8db64-01a6-4910-8d45-a3218df558f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz

4h

Free cancellation available

CA $48

includes taxes & fees

per traveller\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-private-beach-tour-in-santa-cruz.a46593425.activity-details?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&swp=off)

![Capitola Private Personalised Self-Guided App Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5204449/43dc9f95-f013-4b9a-b724-1190dca566bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Capitola Private Personalised Self-Guided App Tour

2h

8/10

2 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $7

includes taxes & fees

per traveller\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/capitola-private-2-hour-walking-tour.a5204449.activity-details?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&swp=off)

![Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4727123/b0039426-a2f4-40df-84b8-4989144625a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

2h 30m

10/10

4 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $190

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/pacifica-or-santa-cruz-2-day-learn-how-to-surf-programme.a4727123.activity-details?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&swp=off)

![Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4127881/688aa0f2-af6a-4909-a637-aed0fb1dd66a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt

2h

10/10

3 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $40

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-cruz-ade-scavenger-hunt.a4127881.activity-details?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&swp=off)

![Mermaid Experience & Photoshoot](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50896815/8d48ddf4-554f-4b26-a3b3-7340d6f859f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Mermaid Experience & Photoshoot

1h

Free cancellation available

CA $301

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/mermaid-experience-photoshoot.a50896815.activity-details?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&swp=off)

![Santa Cruz Guided eBike Ride & Most Fun Bike e-Bike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47179410/ffa30897-9a98-4056-b94f-e87fa316d40d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Santa Cruz Guided eBike Ride & Most Fun Bike e-Bike Tour

2h

8/10

2 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $150

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-cruz-guided-e-bike-ride-most-fun-ebike-tour.a47179410.activity-details?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&swp=off)

![UC Santa Cruz: Personalised Self-Guided App Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47178731/1548d3e5-e5e6-4438-b9c3-b01c5bb45f5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### UC Santa Cruz: Personalised Self-Guided App Tour

3h

Free cancellation available

CA $7

includes taxes & fees

per traveller\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/self-guided-uc-santa-cruz-walking-tour-unlock-secret-stories.a47178731.activity-details?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&swp=off)

![Santa Cruz Family Friendly Guided Electric Bike Tour (eBike)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47173658/da7a8278-a24e-4f17-95d0-fd18acd7111e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Santa Cruz Family Friendly Guided Electric Bike Tour (eBike)

2h

Free cancellation available

CA $150

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-cruz-family-friendly-guided-e-bike-tour-ebike-ride-ca.a47173658.activity-details?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&swp=off)

![Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46428943/ba6631eb-651d-4f00-8e2e-08d133d88d5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max

3h

10/10

2 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $546

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wildlife-encounters-on-monterey-bay-private-and-semi-private-tour.a46428943.activity-details?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&swp=off)

### History & culture

[See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&filter.categories=HistoryCulture)

![Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4727123/b0039426-a2f4-40df-84b8-4989144625a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

2h 30m

10/10

4 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $190

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/pacifica-or-santa-cruz-2-day-learn-how-to-surf-programme.a4727123.activity-details?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&swp=off)

![Santa Cruz 2Hour Guided eBike Tour for Small E-Bike Groups](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47178402/793d0c5d-dc70-4c22-8e61-180f1c40dcf6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Santa Cruz 2Hour Guided eBike Tour for Small E-Bike Groups

2h

Free cancellation available

CA $150

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/2hour-guided-e-bike-tour-for-small-groups-santa-cruz.a47178402.activity-details?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&swp=off)

![Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51552101/f29d7c8a-e776-4a6b-b506-c560c6fe8046.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour

2h

CA $62

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-cruz-surf-walk-history-and-culture-tour.a51552101.activity-details?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&swp=off)

### Classes & workshops

[See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops)

![Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4727123/b0039426-a2f4-40df-84b8-4989144625a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

2h 30m

10/10

4 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $190

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/pacifica-or-santa-cruz-2-day-learn-how-to-surf-programme.a4727123.activity-details?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&swp=off)

![5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4819328/705e4b93-b037-4d70-b76f-a95c1cc04db1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### 5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic

5h

Free cancellation available

CA $190

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/5-hour-wilderness-skills-survival-clinic.a4819328.activity-details?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&swp=off)

![Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2262173/5e1c9c51-0e8d-438a-bf60-efbabfd1eb34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

2h 30m

10/10

14 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $190

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/beginner-surf-lesson-in-santa-cruz.a2262173.activity-details?&rid=6065921&location=Mystery+Spot&swp=off)

### Popular places to visit

![EN5XP1 Street scene in autumn with shops art galleries on Ocean Avenue Carmel Monterey County California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351808/ef056b2b-5188-40e2-985c-ead470ec0f72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Ocean-Street-Santa-Cruz.d6351808.Vacation-Attraction)

![Exterior of the chapel and bell tower at Mission Santa Cruz. Mission Santa Cruz was a Spanish mission founded by the Franciscan order in 1791 as the 12th california mission.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068431/5f1c343e-eb95-4a5c-b1b3-6cb912bf4e58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Mission Santa Cruz

You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a trip to Mission Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Mission-Santa-Cruz-Westside-Santa-Cruz.d6068431.Vacation-Attraction)

![CWFJJA USA California CA Santa Cruz clock tower and trolley on Pacific Avenue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6327592/765dd2b7-8dc8-43e9-a63e-99581f2057c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Pacific Avenue

During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pacific Avenue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Pacific-Avenue-Santa-Cruz.d6327592.Vacation-Attraction)

#### DeLaveaga Golf Course

Play a round of golf in Santa Cruz at DeLaveaga Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails. 

[](https://expedia.ca/DeLaveaga-Golf-Course-Eastside-Santa-Cruz.d6068443.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Pasatiempo Golf Course

Play a round of golf in Santa Cruz at Pasatiempo Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Pasatiempo-Golf-Course-Santa-Cruz.d6139735.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Pacheco Dog Park

After visiting Pacheco Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Pacheco-Dog-Park-Eastside-Santa-Cruz.d906165099933446144.Vacation-Attraction)

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Chaminade Resort & Spa

1 Chaminade Ln Santa Cruz CA

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Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

6001 La Madrona Drive Santa Cruz CA

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![Inn At Pasatiempo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50900/50844/df274ad0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Inn At Pasatiempo

555 Highway 17 Santa Cruz CA

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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA

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![Santa Cruz Guesthouse Surrounded by Redwoods](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66980000/66970100/66970027/594df920_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Santa Cruz Guesthouse Surrounded by Redwoods

 Santa Cruz CA

[](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Santa-Cruz-Guesthouse-Surrounded-By-Redwoods.h66970027.Hotel-Information)

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

1410 Ocean Street Santa Cruz CA

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Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

110 Plymouth St Santa Cruz CA

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La Bahia Hotel and Spa

215 Beach Street Santa Cruz CA

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Soquel Villa - 180 views of Monterey Bay w/ infinity pool, spa & movie theater

 Soquel CA

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