Upland Open Space
Travel Guide
Visit Upland Open Space

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Our room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. The hot tub was extremely crowded however it was Spring Break for a lot of people. We love how everything we needed was within walking distance.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Clean room
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
I booked this hotel specifically because the website advertised it as pet friendly — that was the deciding factor. What I didn’t see anywhere in the listing was any mention of a $100 pet fee for a single night. That’s a significant charge that deserves to be upfront, not buried or absent entirely. ...
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026

Fern River Resort
Booked three cabins for ten children, grand children and great grandchildren. We had one of the absolute best vacations ever!!! Loved it! A magnificent site and great resort!!! ❤️💓❤️
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!
We loved the location and enjoyed our stay there a lot.
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026

Superb 1-Bedroom Beach Condo at Seascape Beach Resort in Aptos, CA
Popular places to visit

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Enjoy the thrills at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and find out why people love this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Mystery Spot
Find out about the history of Santa Cruz with a stop at Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Natural Bridges State Park
You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Wharf
After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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.

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.
Things to do

Capitola Private Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Capitola Friday Night Food Tour




