35 Fun Things to Do at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz, California

With over 100 years of history, the boardwalk offers something for everyone, from thrilling roller coasters to family-friendly rides and attractions.

No matter what your interests are, you’re sure to have a great time with so many fun things to do at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

JP and I came here on our way up to Napa for my 25th birthday weekend and decided to stop here for a day to break up the drive a little bit.

The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is made up of rides, food stands, live entertainment, and the actual beach.

I recommend getting an unlimited ride pass for the day and starting off with the historic rides and carnival rides, then working your way around the amusement park to get to all the rides that interest you.

Then if you have time, enjoy the extra activities like mini golf, the haunted house, the lazer maze challenge, and more of the arcade activities.

The Giant Dipper Roller Coaster first opened in 1924 and is a wooden roller coaster that has been featured in several movies. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).