Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (Santa Cruz)

About the Attraction

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A visit to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk offers a nostalgic yet thrilling seaside adventure. Here's what to expect:

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• Historic Landmark: Founded in 1907, it's California's oldest surviving amusement park and one of the few remaining seaside parks on the West Coast, earning it recognition as a California Historic Landmark.

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• Iconic Attractions: The park features two National Historic Landmarks—the wooden Giant Dipper roller coaster (1924) and the Looff Carousel (1911), which still operates with its original 342-pipe organ from 1894.

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• Diverse Entertainment: With over 40 rides and attractions spanning 24 acres along a scenic mile-long beach, visitors can enjoy everything from heart-pounding thrill rides to family-friendly attractions, classic midway games, and indoor entertainment options.

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• Oceanfront Experience: The Boardwalk's unique setting along Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary provides stunning views and beach access, creating a perfect blend of amusement park excitement and seaside relaxation.

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• Rich Cultural Heritage: Beyond rides, the Boardwalk's Cocoanut Grove conference center has hosted legendary big band acts, while the Historium exhibit in Neptune's Kingdom showcases the park's fascinating century-plus history through photographs and memorabilia.

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It's a quintessential California experience where vintage charm meets modern fun against the backdrop of sun, sand, and surf.