SANTA CRUZ BEACH BOARDWALK FREE
Admission to the Boardwalk itself is free - you can come and hang out all day if you want - but you buy tickets ($1) for the rides, which cost between 4 and 7 tickets each. The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is not exactly Disneyland, but it's closer, much less expensive, and has an old-fashioned charm of its own. The entrance to Neptune's Kingdom is presided over by the original Laffing Sal from San Francisco's long-gone Playland at the Beach amusement park. This two-story 18-hole course features three neat black light holes, too, and is a lot of fun. (Deep fried Oreos, anyone?) Don't miss the Neptune's Kingdom indoor amusement area, which includes the pirate-themed Buccaneer's Bay miniature golf course. In addition to rides, there's the large Casino Arcade in the old Cocoanut Grove building, midway games of skill, and plenty of carnival-style food.
There a plenty of hair-raising thrill rides for those so inclined, as well as gentle but fun kiddie rides for the little ones. Other rides include the Haunted House, the Cave Train, Ghost Blasters, the Logger's Revenge flume ride, and the family Sea Serpent roller coaster. You can then try to throw the ring into a target in the shape of a clown's mouth. This device - which gave rise to the saying "grab the brass ring" - lets riders on the outer ring of carousel horses grab a small metal ring as they ride past. It's also one of the few carousels anywhere that has a brass ring dispenser. This historic carousel is one of only a handful of Looff carousels left in existence, and is surrounded by antique mechanical band organs that provide an appropriate musical accompaniment while you ride. Our favorite ride is another classic: the 1911 Looff Carousel. The Boardwalk is anchored by the classic wooden Giant Dipper roller coaster, which has been thrilling riders since 1924. In fact, visiting the Boardwalk is kind of like stepping back into the '80s or '90s, but in a good way. It also features prominently in one of my favorite '80s movies, the Brat-Pack teen vampire flick The Lost Boys. I used to visit the Boardwalk often when I was young, so it's a nostalgic experience for me. It's California's oldest amusement park, and features a variety of rides and attractions both classic and modern. This venerable seaside amusement park has been delighting families since it opened back in 1907. The big attraction for visitors to Santa Cruz is the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. We also love the fact that Santa Cruz is only about two hours away by car-a road trip distance that everyone can manage without getting too cranky or rambunctious. The quintessential California beachside town, Santa Cruz is an ideal place for a family getaway for a long weekend, with plenty for everyone to do. A destination we love to visit for its beaches, stunning views, laid-back attitude, and world-famous Boardwalk amusement park is the seaside town of Santa Cruz. After being damaged in the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake, the old mini-golf course was demolished, and the building was completely remodeled and became Neptune's Kingdom.One of the great things about living in Northern California is the fact that there's no shortage of fantastic places to visit that are only a short drive away. Visible signs of the structure of the pool were still visible along the edges of the course. The Natatorium operated from 1907 to 1963, until it was converted into a miniature golf course.
At the time, bathing tourism was popular and the salt water of the Pacific ocean was thought to have healing and health-promoting qualities. The Natatorium, or the "Plunge" as it was also known, was a large pool filled with salt water that was heated for more comfortable use. The first structure on the site was Neptune Casino, which was a bathhouse.
The history of the developement of the boardwalk dates back to the 1800's. (However, the Casino Arcade and Neptune's Kingdom are open year-round.) It is open every day Memorial Day through Labor Day, and on weekends during the spring and fall. It is between the River Mouth of the San Lorenzo River and the Municipal Wharf. The boardwalk is an amusement park that borders the Santa Cruz Main Beach and Monterey Bay.
Varies depending on time of day and time of year Īdmission is free, but rides and attractions cost extra Where the Boardwalk meets the San Lorenzo River Location
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