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Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz County: where the redwoods meet the sea! Majestic forests, sun-splashed beaches, and rolling vineyards set the tone for productive and invigorating inspiring meetings, conferences, trainings, seminars, and more. Conveniently located at the northern end of California's Central Coast and the southern edge of Silicon Valley, Santa Cruz County offers a variety of beautiful and refreshing settings for your next event. With abundant natural beauty, your opportunities for outdoor teambuilding activities are boundless. Santa Cruz County features nine full-service venues and over 30 limited-service venues, each offering unique and inspiring settings all their own. Santa Cruz County Offers: - Epic waves, as the historical birthplace of US mainland surfing - Outdoor adventure, with 14 state parks & and beaches - Over 70 wineries and 200 small vineyards - More than 300 days of sunshine a year - Convenience: located 30 minutes from Mineta-San Jose International Airport and 90 Minutes from San Francisco International Airport - Accessibility via California’s iconic Highway 1 and scenic Highway 17 Send us your RFP today!

Venue Details

Hotels110
Convention center-
Guest Rooms3,600
Guest rooms at 1 hotel285
Special event venues30
Average room rate-
Occupancy rate-
Restaurants150
Daily food cost-
Tax rate-
Venue typeCVB
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High season
Jun 15 - Sep 15
Shoulder season
Apr 01 - Jun 14Sep 16 - Nov 17
Low season
Jan 01 - Mar 31Nov 18 - Dec 31

Getting Here

Distance from San Jose International Airport airport 30 mi
Distance from Monterey Peninsula Airport airport 45 mi
Distance from San Francisco International Airport airport 60 mi

Location

Local Attractions

The Painted Cork
The Painted Cork
Recreation
The Painted Cork “paint and sip” Art Studio is a comfortable, fun and hip Art Studio with an exciting social flair. Guests get their creative juices flowing as a professional Art instructor guides them through a 2 to 3 hour acrylic on canvas painting class while they enjoy their favorite wine, beer or non-alcoholic beverage and snacks.
1129 Soquel Avenue
Santa Cruz, CA, US 95062
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Annieglass
Annieglass
Shopping
The Annieglass factory is one of the most unique places to visit in Santa Cruz County. Since 1983 the production studio produces over 200 pieces a day for distribution throughout the U.S., Europe and Asia to the finest stores, resorts, chefs and websites.
310 Harvest Drive
Watsonville, CA, US 95076
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Local Farmers Markets
Local Farmers Markets
Shopping
Santa Cruz County’s rich sandy soil combined with warm sunny days and cool foggy nights create one of the most distinctive geographical areas in California for fruits and vegetables. There’s no better place to see it all at once than at a weekly farmers market, where fruits and vegetables are the stars of the show.
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Downtown Santa Cruz
Downtown Santa Cruz
Shopping
Downtown is the heart of Santa Cruz! It’s also our spirit. Find it in boutiques, sidewalk cafes, galleries, cinemas, sporting events and inviting outdoor areas.
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Capitola Village
Capitola Village
Shopping
Named a best California beach town by “USA Today”, with 90 shops, restaurants and lodging on the beach. Fish, swim, surf, shop and dine without moving your car.
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Santa Cruz Wharf
Santa Cruz Wharf
Historical landmark
Extending out over a half mile into the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, the Santa Cruz Wharf is the longest timber pile pier on the United States coast and one of the longest in the world. Whether viewing whales, dolphins, sea lions or sea otters is your pleasure or watching the local talent rip the break at world renown Steamer Lane is what quickens your pulse, it all awaits at the Santa Cruz Wharf. Take in the view at one of nine restaurants and enjoy the freshest seafood, finest local wines and the friendliest service on the coast.
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Historical landmark
The admission-free Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a classic seaside amusement park located on a mile of sandy beach. It features the world famous Giant Dipper roller coaster and the historic 1911 Looff Carousel.
400 Beach Street
Santa Cruz, CA, US 95060
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Santa Cruz Surfing Museum
Santa Cruz Surfing Museum
Historical landmark
This unique little museum's exhibits chronicle over 100 years of local surfing history.
Mark Abbot Lighthouse - West Cliff Drive
Santa Cruz, CA, US 95060
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Highway 1
Highway 1
Historical landmark
Highway 1 is California’s most spectacularly scenic route. As it winds along the coast through northern Santa Cruz county, motorists (and cyclists!) are treated to some of the area’s most inspiring scenery: green fields of coastal farms, craggy sea stacks and the churning, blue Pacific.
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Natural Bridges
Natural Bridges
Historical landmark
This park offers viewing of overwintering Monarch butterflies October to January. The beach also offers a view of the natural arch and tide pooling.
2531 West Cliff Drive
Santa Cruz, CA, US 95060
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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Museum
The free admission Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is just steps from the Santa Cruz Wharf and Beach Boardwalk. The Exploration Center features engaging interactive and multimedia exhibits to immerse you in the remarkable underwater environment of the sanctuary.
35 Pacific Avenue
Santa Cruz, CA, US 95060
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Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Lab
Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Lab
Museum
Touch a shark, marvel at a whale of a skeleton, dive into the latest discoveries in ocean science. Exhibits, aquarium, daily tours, touch pools & Ocean Discovery Shop. Come explore your ocean!
100 McAllister Way
Santa Cruz, CA, US 95060
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Santa Cruz Harbor
Santa Cruz Harbor
Recreation
Full-service marina with concession-operated charters offering sailing, fishing, whale watching, eco-tours, kayaking and more. Landside, enjoy our restaurants, beach, RV park and retail shops.
135 5th Avenue
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
Museum
Oldest public museum in Santa Cruz. Interactive educational experience for children, families and adults. Intertidal touch pool, life-sized grey whale sculpture, and observation beehive. Shop for books, apparel and toys
1305 East Cliff Drive
Santa Cruz, CA, US 95062
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Museum of Art & History
Museum of Art & History
Museum
The Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History (MAH) offers fun, affordable events and exhibitions that connect you to a community of creative, curious people.
705 Front Street
Santa Cruz, CA, US 95060
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Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Park
This park features 15 miles of trails including old-growth redwoods and rare ancient marine deposits called Santa Cruz Sandhills. The day use area hosts a centuries old Redwood Grove that features a self-guided nature path. The park has a picnic area above the San Lorenzo River, nature center, and bookstore.
101 North Big Trees Park Road
Felton, CA, US 95018
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UCSC Arboretum
UCSC Arboretum
Park
The UCSC Arboretum welcomes visitors to enjoy the gardens. Plant collections from Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and California Natives and world conifers. Always something blooming.
1490 High Street - Arboretum Road at H
Santa Cruz, CA, US 95064
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Wilder Ranch State Park
Wilder Ranch State Park
Park
34 miles of hiking, biking and equestrian trails wind through coastal terraces and valleys. The historic ranch center provides an opportunity to experience living history. Tour and demonstrations available
1401 Coast Rd., off Hwy 1
Santa Cruz, CA, US 95060
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West Cliff Drive
West Cliff Drive
Historical landmark
West Cliff Drive is a scenic, 3 mile walking and biking path along the Pacific Ocean in Santa Cruz. Watch surfers, observe wildlife or just admire the incredible ocean views.
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Roaring Camp Railroads
Roaring Camp Railroads
Recreation
See California's towering redwood trees from two historic railroads. Travel on authentic 19th century steam trains through the Big Trees to the summit of Bear Mountain. Or ride early 1900s Pullman cars and open-air excursion cars along a scenic river gorge through Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park to the beach of Santa Cruz.
5401 Graham Hill Road
Felton, CA, US 95018
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Martinelli's Company Store
Martinelli's Company Store
Shopping
Features complimentary tastings of your favorite Martinelli's products and more! Purchase products by the case, apparel and merchandise as well as learn about Martinelli's Company History.
345 Harvest Drive
Watsonville, CA, US 95076
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Mount Hermon Adventures
Mount Hermon Adventures
Recreation
Adventures in the coastal redwood forest on the Redwood Canopy Tour, a fully guided 6 zip line canopy tour or the Sequoia Aerial Adventure, a self-directed, multiple challenge adventure course.
37 Conference Drive
Mount Hermon, CA, US 95041
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Venture Quest Kayaking
Venture Quest Kayaking
Recreation
Sea kayak rentals and guided kayak-nature tours. Wildlife viewing adventures: sea otters, seals, sea lions, grey whale watching, team building.
#2 Santa Cruz Municipal Whar
Santa Cruz, CA, US 95060
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Pasatiempo Golf Course
Pasatiempo Golf Course
Recreation
Pasatiempo Golf Club is located in Santa Cruz, California, and many of its holes offer spectacular views of nearby Monterey Bay.
20 Clubhouse Road
Santa Cruz, CA, US 95060
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Richard Schmidt Surf School, Inc.
Richard Schmidt Surf School, Inc.
Recreation
Since 1978, Richard and his staff have shared the stoke of surfing with thousands of people. With the innovative techniques Richard has developed, students are guaranteed success.
849 Almar Avenue #192
Santa Cruz, CA, US 95060
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Pacific Yachting and Sailing
Pacific Yachting and Sailing
Recreation
Sailing school and charter company since 1979. Offers complete certification, skippered charters, team building.
790 Mariner Parkway
Santa Cruz, CA, US 95062
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Kayak Connection
Kayak Connection
Recreation
Kayak Connection offers corporate team building tours and classes. Cooperative kayaking and S.U.P. facilitated by our experienced guides & instructors builds team unity!
413 Lake Avenue
Santa Cruz, CA, US 95062
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DeLaveaga Golf Course & Driving Range
DeLaveaga Golf Course & Driving Range
Recreation
As one of the top ranked public courses in California, Delaveaga combines striking natural beauty with a challenging and thoughtful course design featuring tree lined fairways, deep canyons, and infamous 10th hole. This beautiful facility offers a full service Golf Shop, a two story lighted driving range and an award-winning restaurant.
401 Upper Park Road
Santa Cruz, CA, US 95065
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Chardonnay Sailing Charters
Chardonnay Sailing Charters
Recreation
The Chardonnay II provides guests with the opportunity to see the Monterey Bay Sanctuary from a unique perspective. Excursions are perfect for any age group and fun for everyone from seasoned sailors to first time adventurers.
704 Soquel Ave., Suite A
Santa Cruz, CA, US 95062
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