Rainy days can be a bore, but when you are in Santa Cruz, there are plenty of things you can do to make things more exciting. Santa Cruz is known for its near-perfect climate, beautiful coastline and redwood forests. Santa Cruz is the largest city of Santa Cruz County and has many attractions to explore.
Just because it is raining in Santa Cruz does not mean that your day is ruined. If you are vacationing in Santa Cruz, and it is raining, you will be happy to know there are plenty of indoor activities to take advantage of. Even though walking on the boardwalk or surfing might be out of the question, there is still no reason why you and the family cannot have a ball.
Places to Take Your Children
Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery
This attraction is a great place to take your kids to burn off some energy. Here, your little discoverers can check out interactive exhibits with hands-on activities. Parents can also join in the fun and explore the beauty of Santa Cruz County through agriculture, ocean and forest themed areas.
Pacific Edge Climbing Gym
This is a popular attraction on the east side of Santa Cruz. Not only is this place fun, but it is also the tallest indoor climbing gym on the west coast. If you do not know much about climbing, they offer training and personal assistance. This place offers hours of fun for climbers of all skill levels.
Petroglyph Ceramic Lounge
Use the rainy day to get creative and make a mug, bowl or vase. All you need to do to have fun here is bring your imagination and they will provide the tools. The environment is very comfortable so you can feel at ease while you create your personal masterpiece.