Where are some things you can do in Santa Cruz, Ca? -

So i have never been to Santa Cruz before and I m planning a trip there in April. What are cool things to do there for a couple in there early 20 s? Anyway nice places to eat and whats a nice but not to expensive Hotel that we can stay at?

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The Santa Cruz boardwalk/pier is famous. This town was where they shot the popular movie from the early 90 s, The Lost Boys .There are several big name hotels within walking distance to the beach- Days Inn, Hilton, etc. But there are also beach houses, or bungalows, you can rent locally. Just google it to find rental agencies.Several other little towns are nearby that you can explore as well. My husband and I really liked the area.