Museum · Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Surfing Museum
Rotating exhibits on surfing culture & local history housed in a historic, preserved lighthouse.
Featured in these outings
- Santa Cruz Surfing Heritage Afternoon — Delve into the vibrant history of surfing in Santa Cruz at the Surfing Museum, uniquely housed in the Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse. After your cultural immersion, enjoy a relaxed and airy meal at a hotel restaurant offering coastal cuisine with live music and ocean views, capturing the true spirit of Santa Cruz.
While you're nearby
- OutdoorsNatural Bridges State Beach
Compact sandy patch with rock bridges & tidepools, popular for spotting seabirds, whales & seals.
- FamilyMark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse
- OutdoorsLighthouse Field State Beach
Iconic spot with a lighthouse offers a variety of vistas & pathways for dog walking & strolling.
- Food & DrinkShrine Coffee
Scout verified August 2026