Connecting Downtown Santa Cruz to the Beach and Wharf Area

The Santa Cruzer is the best way to get back and forth between the beach and downtown and avoid parking and traffic. The Santa Cruzer shuttle is convenient, all electric and eco-friendly, ADA-accessible and an enjoyable way to experience what Santa Cruz has to offer for all ages.

Hours of Operation:

The Santa Cruzer runs Noon - 8 pm on weekends and holidays between Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day including 4th of July. 

Route: 

Pick up the Santa Cruzer shuttle on weekends and holidays beginning at 12:00 PM at Del Mar Theatre at 1124 Pacific Avenue. The final shuttle pickup at the Del Mar is 7:30 PM. The shuttle ends with the last drop off at 8:00 PM at the Del Mar Theatre.

• Downtown
  • Del Mar Theatre
    (1124 Pacific Ave #4415, Santa Cruz, CA 95060)
  • Locust Street Garage
    (124 Locust Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060)
    
• Beach/Wharf
  •  Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
    (35 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060)
    

    $1.00 per ride, cash only

 Free ride coupons are available from our sponsors.

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If you're interested in becoming a sponsor of The Santa Cruzer, you can find more information here.

Questions? Email Katie Ferraro at kferraro@santacruzca.gov.

Downtown and Beach Area Attractions

Downtown Santa Cruz

Parking Information
Locust Garage (124 Locust Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060)
The Locust Garage is located at the corner of Cedar and Locust streets. The lot is paid hourly parking, seven days a week, except Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Keep your ticket with you, pay at one of the Pay-on-Foot stations (located on the ground floor stair towers) or the cashier's window before returning to your vehicle, or you can pay by credit card at the exit gate. Hourly Rate Chart

Soquel/Front Street Garage (601 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060)
The Soquel/Front Parking Garage is located at the corner of Soquel Avenue and Front Street. The lot is paid hourly parking, seven days a week, except Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Keep your ticket with you, and pay at one of the Pay-on-Foot stations (located on the ground floor stair towers) or the cashier’s office before returning to your vehicle. Hourly Rate Chart

River/Front Garage* (24 River Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060)"
The River Front Parking Garage is located between River and Front streets next to the Galleria Office Complex. The lot is paid hourly parking, seven days a week, except Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Keep your ticket with you, and pay at one of the Pay-on-Foot stations or the cashier’s office before returning to your vehicle. Hourly Rate Chart.

*This parking garage has electric vehicle charging stations. To find out more detailed information please search www.PlugShare.com.

The Cedar/Church Garage (800 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060)
The Cedar/Church Parking Garage is located at the corner of Cedar and Church streets. The garage is pay-by-space hourly parking with a $1.25/hour $10 Daily Max rate. The fee is charged seven days a week 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Remember your space number and pay at any pay station or pay by phone with Parkmobile. 
More parking options can be found here.

Dining - Whether you're in the mood for weekend brunch, a sandwich to take with you to the beach, or happy hour, there are many options for you downtown. 

Shopping - From large brands like the Gap and Forever 21, to small local shops like Pacific Trading Co., downtown Santa Cruz offers a range of shopping for everyone.

Entertainment - Grab a book from Bookshop Santa Cruz or catch some live music on Friday Nights in Abbott Square.

The Santa Cruz Wharf

Dining - No matter what you're in the mood for, you can find a restaurant to curb your cravings on the Santa Cruz Wharf!

Shopping - Pick up a Santa Cruz souvenir or a gift for a loved one while exploring the Wharf.

Recreation - Bocce, boat rentals and more can be found on the Santa Cruz Wharf!

Rent the Santa Cruzer for Your Next Event!

Contact Katie Ferraro at kferraro@santacruzca.gov to book or learn more here.