The Best City in Santa Cruz & Monterey

Galeria Tonantzin Center for Art & Humanities

Galeria Tonantzin, a gallery of women's contemporary art, directed by artists, Jennifer Colby, PhD and Janet Martinez, is named for the Mexican corn goddess Tonantzin whose characteristics were transferred to the Virgin of Guadalupe. It is run throug... more

Garland Ranch Regional Park

Garland Ranch Regional Park is located at 700 W. Carmel Valley Rd., 8.6 miles east of Highway 1 and about 1/2 mile west of the Laureles Grade. The Visitor Center is located just within the park. From the parking lots along Carmel Valley Road, ente... more

Glorya Jean Tate Park

A park in Marina featuring a baseball field and playground. more

Hartnell College

Hartnell College provides the leadership and resources to ensure that all students shall have equal access to a quality education and the opportunity to pursue and achieve their goals. We are responsive to the learning needs of our community and dedi... more

Hartnell College Planetarium

Hartnell College Planetarium has been enchanting audiences with the wonders of astronomy and space science since its original construction in 1962. At the beginning of 2017 the planetarium moved into a new building with a new dome and new projection... more

Harvey West Park Clubhouse

Harvey West Swimming Pool

The Harvey West swimming pool also has a wading pool for the kids. more

Harvey-Baker House

The First Mayor's House, also known as the Harvey-Baker House, was one of the first buildings constructed in the new town of Salinas City. The House was home to the Harvey-Baker family for over 100 years before being restored to the 1870s era and est... more

Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park is located in the Santa Cruz Mountains and is most famous for the 40-acre grove of towering old-growth redwood trees. Its historical significance and spectacular scenery draw travelers from around the world. Visitors... more

Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park (Fall Creek Unit)

Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park is located in the Santa Cruz Mountains and is most famous for the 40-acre grove of towering old-growth redwood trees. Its historical significance and spectacular scenery draw travelers from around the world. Visitors... more

Hollister City Hall

Hopkins Marine Station

Welcome to Hopkins Marine Station — a leader in marine science since 1892. Where researchers, undergraduates, and graduates come together to ask big questions, explore new ideas, and discover how and why things work. more

Hypnotherapy Certification Training - Santa Cruz

The Career of Hypnotherapy (and Skills for Other Professionals) Why investigate the career of Hypnotherapy, or official Hypnotherapy Certification? Enter the career of Hypnotherapy in Santa Cruz or add this powerful technology to your profe... more

Jack's Peak Regional Park

Johnson Education Solutions

We provide unbiased dynamic Personal Finance Workshops that are engaging, fun and teach employees the tools they need to thrive in any economy, make better economic decisions and take more effective financial actions.  Financially confident e... more

Kids Dojo

The Kids Dojo was founded in June 2009 by Rob Mylls, a Santa Cruz local, avid cyclist and former BMX, track and road racing champion.  Rob wanted to share his passion for riding while being able to teach his community about all things biking.... more

La Selva Beach Public Library

Laguna Grande Park

Laguna Seca Recreation Area

At the Laguna Seca Recreation Area, visitors can camp on the surrounding hillsides for a serene view of the Salinas Valley.  Both RV and tent camping are available in a clean, friendly environment.  The park is just a short drive from the M... more

Lake San Antonio Recreation Area

Laurel Park

Laurel Park is a beautiful neighborhood park and reserveable space adjacent to Louden Nelson Community Center. Home to several community events. The park features: * Basketball Court * Playground * Chess Table * Table Tennis * Pickle Ball C... more

Lester Rowntree Native Plant Garden

A one-acre hillside garden of mature native California plants, with meandering paths and comfortable benches at especially scenic outlooks; a quiet woodland retreat for the enjoyment of the beauties of nature. Evening is the ideal time for bird lover... more

Lick - UC Observatories

The University of California Observatories (UCO) is a Multi-Campus Research Unit of the University of California, with headquarters at the UC Santa Cruz campus. UCO operates on behalf of the astronomers at all ten UC campuses and is comprised of exte... more

Lighthouse District

Lighthouse Point

Also known as Point Santa Cruz, this area forms the northern boundary of Monterey Bay. It is one of the last open headlands in any California urban area. Surfers, tourists, birds - including the rare black swift - and wintering monarch butterflies ar... more

Little People’s Repertory Theatre

For almost 40 years, Little People's Repertory Theatre has provided a unique, low-cost high quality summer musical theatre Main Cast Program for children 8-14. ?LPRT is the most affordable children's theater program in Santa Cruz County. We perform a... more

Londen Nelson Community Center

The Center's mission is to seek a balance between social, recreational and cultural services to the diverse communities of Santa Cruz. We strive to create a safe and welcoming environment accessible to all. more

Lovers Point Park

Lovers Point Park is located at the foot of 17th Street, and is a landscaped community park of 4.4 acres. It is used for picnicking, fishing, swimming, water sports, and surfing. Lovers Point's amenities include a large lawn area, a beach volleyba... more

Manresa State Beach

Manresa State Beach features a beautiful expanse of sea and sand, with surf fishing, surfing, and recreation.  more

Marina City Hall

Marina Dunes Reserve

The coastal dunes along our south Monterey Bay form a narrow edge between former dunes where we live and the bay. This strip of land is steadily changing from wind and wave forces. During especially strong winter storms, this change can be quite obvi... more

MBARI - Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute

The mission of MBARI is to achieve and maintain a position as a world center for advanced research and education in ocean science and technology, and to do so through the development of better instruments, systems, and methods for scientific research... more

Mission Plaza

Mission San Juan Bautista State Park

This park is adjacent to one of California's 21 Franciscan missions. The location was once the largest town in central California and the hub of travel between northern and central California. The mission is owned and operated by the Catholic Church... more

Mission Trail Nature Preserve

Mission Trail Park encompasses 35 acres of unspoiled native vegetation, containing a rich diversity of habitats - meadows, a grove of Oak trees and a dense Monterey Pine forest. This is a perfect spot for an early morning jaunt or an evening stroll -... more

Monte Toyon Camp and Conference Center

Monte Toyon is the perfect location to hold your day or overnight camp or retreat in a beautiful setting. With multiple lodging options and meal service prepared on-site where we can create meals that meet your needs. Our site staff is highly experie... more

Monterey Bay Aquarium

The Monterey Aquarium was founded by Julie Packard from the family of HP in Palo Alto. To her benefit, she has established this organization as a world-reknown marine conservation aquarium like no other in the world. They have successfully put the... more

Monterey Bay Institute of Electrology

With over 30 years combined experience in the Electrology and Skin Care field, your journey to job satisfaction and independence will be a very rewarding one. more

Monterey Bay Surf Lessons

All equipment is included. I teach every day by appointment only. Call Jeano @ (831) 625-9970. I guarantee a fun, safe, surfing experience for all ages. I have been Teaching surfing since 1965. We are the only Surf School recommended by the Monterey... more

Monterey College of Law

Monterey College of Law (MCL) is a private, non-profit law school founded in 1972 providing an accredited part-time evening 4yr J.D. program, a 2yr MLS (MA) degree, and a 1yr LLM. Located on the former Fort Ord Army base in historic Monterey Bay,... more

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