Hotels near Capitola Historical Museum Capitola

Imagine strolling along Capitola Wharf for some great waterfront pics when in the heart of Capitola. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches. If you carry on walking you'll get to Capitola Beach, Esplanade Park Beach, and The Hook for some more water views.

Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Capitola Beach is a spot you might want to check out when visiting central Capitola. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Esplanade Park Beach and Hooper Beach, both within a short walk.

If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Hooper Beach, located 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from central Capitola. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Capitola Beach and Esplanade Park Beach, both within a short walk.

If being by the water is a major draw, New Brighton State Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from central Aptos. Catch the sunset by the shore at Potbelly Beach, just a short walk away.

If you like shopping, take time out to go to Capitola Mercantile when in Capitola. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches.

If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Esplanade Park Beach in the heart of Capitola. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Capitola Beach and Hooper Beach, both within a short walk.

Travelers might want a tour of Sante Adairius Rustic Ales, just one of the places to visit, and located 0.6 mi (1 km) from central Capitola. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches.

If being by the water is a major draw, The Hook is a spot you might want to check out, located 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from central Santa Cruz. Catch the sunset by the shore at 38th Avenue Beach Access, just a short walk away.