Best of Capitola, CA
Seaside City on Monterey Bay
About Capitola
Capitola is a small seaside city in Santa Cruz County, California, situated on the northern shores of Monterey Bay along the Central Coast. It serves as a popular tourist destination known for its beaches and restaurants. The city had a population of 9,456 at the 2024 census.
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Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
The Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, located in Seabright, was founded in 1905 from the Laura Hecox collection and now resides in a Carnegie Library built in 1915. Its holdings include Native American artifacts, archaeological items, and natural history specimens.
It is one of the earliest museums in California.
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Best Hotels in Capitola
26 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Best Western Plus
The Best Western Plus is a hotel located in the Downtown area.
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Budget Inn Motel Santa Cruz
Budget Inn Motel Santa Cruz is a hotel located in Downtown.
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Harbor Inn
Harbor Inn offers comfortable rooms in the Seabright area, providing easy access to local attractions and a relaxed atmosphere for guests.
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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is located in the Downtown neighborhood.
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Hotel Solares
Hotel Solares offers comfortable rooms and a convenient location in Downtown.
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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz is a hotel located in the Downtown neighborhood.
Best Restaurants in Capitola
64 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Cafe El Palomar
Cafe El Palomar is a Mexican restaurant located in the Seabright neighborhood.
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Engfer Pizza Works
Engfer Pizza Works offers authentic pizza in the Seabright area.
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Johnny's Harborside
Johnny's Harborside offers fresh seafood dishes in the Seabright neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Capitola
15 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Coffeetopia
Coffeetopia is a café located in the Seabright neighborhood that serves coffee drinks.
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Lulu Carpenter's
Lulu Carpenter's is a café located in the Eastside neighborhood.
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People's Coffee
People's Coffee is a coffee shop located in the Seabright neighborhood.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Capitola
12 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Seabright Social
Seabright Social is a bar located in the Seabright neighborhood.
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Brady's Yacht Club
Brady's Yacht Club is a local bar situated in the Seabright neighborhood.
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Over The Hill Gang Saloon
Over The Hill Gang Saloon is a bar located in the Seabright neighborhood.
Best Things to Do in Capitola
8 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
The Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, located in Seabright, was founded in 1905 from the Laura Hecox collection and now resides in a Carnegie Library built in 1915. Its holdings include Native American artifacts, archaeological items, and natural history specimens.
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Looff Carousel
Looff Carousel is a historic carousel located in the Seabright neighborhood.
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Top of the World Lookout
Top of the World Lookout is an attraction located in the East Morrissey neighborhood.
Best Shops in Capitola
26 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Artrageous Clothing Store
Artrageous Clothing Store offers a curated selection of contemporary apparel in Seabright.
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All Shook Up Vintage Clothing
All Shook Up Vintage Clothing is a shop located in Seabright.
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Santa Cruz Boardroom
Santa Cruz Boardroom is a shop located in the Seabright neighborhood.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Capitola
41 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Brommer Street Park
Brommer Street Park is a public green space located in the East Morrissey neighborhood.
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Beach Flats Community Garden
The Beach Flats Community Garden offers a green space for local residents to grow plants and enjoy nature in Seabright.
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Chanticleer County Park
Chanticleer County Park is located in the East Morrissey neighborhood.
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Corcoran Lagoon Coastal Access
Corcoran Lagoon Coastal Access is a park located in the Seabright neighborhood.
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