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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

3,367 Reviews

#9 of 62 things to do in Santa Cruz

Water & Amusement Parks, Theme Parks

400 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-5416

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“roller coaster”(236 reviews)

“giant dipper”(165 reviews)

“amusement park”(244 reviews)

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The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a classic seaside amusement park. The admission-free attraction features thrill rides like the famous Giant Dipper roller coaster, kiddie rides, games, shops, food, and year-round indoor activities. Admission is...more

Suggested duration: 2-3 hours

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400 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-5416

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Aimz74

Fresno, California

5614

Reviewed yesterday via mobile

Awesome!

There is so much going on here everyone can find some fun. Shopping, music, eating, sand and beach and rides.

Date of experience: February 2019

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usnwalker

Yokosuka, Japan

5212

Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile

Fun visit

My boyfriend and I visited Santa Cruz for a day, & of course had to make a trip to the boardwalk. We walked around there and the beach in front. It was a nice visit and there are good restaurants in the area.

Date of experience: February 2019

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John L

Travelers Rest, South Carolina

Reviewed 6 days ago

Probably nicer in the summer...but beautiful sunset!

Visited in winter so it was not very busy and maybe not as clean as it would be if it was summertime. There were still enough attractions to make it interesting but the highlight was walking out onto the pier to watch one of the...More

Date of experience: March 2018

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maunish1985

Stockton, California

Reviewed 1 week ago

Always a blast

Always a good time. Feel like a kid again every time I am here. Rides, games, funnel cake, and my favorite.... Salt water taffy!

Date of experience: March 2018

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TheDunks

Madera, California

7213

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Beautiful Day and good fun

Today was the perfect day to visit the boardwalk. It had been raining but when we went it was beautiful blue skies and no crowds or kids running wild. It was clean and plenty of security. Love the music and the cheesy games and snacks!

Date of experience: February 2019

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Marc I

Canby, Oregon, United States

10822

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

First Visit

Because it was February, most of the attractions are closed for the season but, it looks like a great place to bring the whole family. Nice selection of restaurants, stores and rides.

Date of experience: February 2019

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Thomas V

Oakland, California

5175820

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Fun Summer Experience

Great place to go in the summer, in the evening or on a weekend. Lots of old school rides and then there is the big beach. Expect crowds.

Date of experience: September 2018

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sunclan

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Santa Cruz main atraction!

Free to take part, though rides cast a bit! Fun place to visit just about any time of the year. I visit from time to time.

Date of experience: October 2018

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Lynsie B

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Birthday Trip

Had a wonderful time, but was super bummed the Boardwalk wasnt open longer on Saturday. It closed at 5. There were so many people there I do 't understand why it would close that early and lose out of people spending more money. Still enjoyed...More

Date of experience: January 2019

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jamesdN8202FF

Charlotte, North Carolina

152

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Once in a lifetime, potentially

My Fiancé and I had a blast there on the Boardwalk. Lots of old style things and new style too. Staff was pretty cool too. I grew up between San Antonio, Texas and Sonoma County not too far from Santa Cruz, and most of my...More

Date of experience: September 2018

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Mercy H

Can you bring ice chest on the beach?

28 July 2018|

AnswerShow all 10 answers

Yes! You can definitely bring ice chests onto the beach or Boardwalk. The City of Santa Cruz has rules for the beach (no smoking, alcohol, dogs, fires, etc.) but ice chests are fine!

Doug C

how long of wait for giant dipper on a Friday night in July?

28 July 2018|

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It didn't seem that long. It was less than an hour. And it was totally worth it.

darkfalcon500

I’m going to the boardwalk next Wednesday after 5 pm and am wondering how long I should expect lines to be specifically for Giant Dipper and Undertow and also which seat is the smoothest on Giant Dipper and which one gives the best airtime? The night I’m going is a coca-cola night also.

27 July 2018|

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I would say there going to be pretty long. Even though a lot of kids will be in school with the discounted prices that brings more people. There are so many other things to do, you'll have a great time.

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