Even the most seasoned shopper will find shopping in Santa Cruz County a truly one-of-a-kind experience. From quaint shops in Downtown Santa Cruz to specialty shops in Capitola Village and the Capitola Mall beyond town, to antique shopping in Soquel Village and Aptos, to unique items on the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf and in Pleasure Point, distinctive items are waiting to be discovered. Surf shops feature the products of local wetsuit entrepreneur Jack O'Neill, and colorful boutiques offer handcrafted jewelry, ceramics and glassware from local artisans. The county's many museum and state park gift shops and art galleries offer fascinating mementos in every price range. Santa Cruz County provides an extraordinary shopping experience for every taste and budget.
Locally handcrafted glassware, exquisite gifts, and jewelry. Wine bar and studio tours, Fri., Sat., Sun. Pouring the finest regional wines from 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm. Free studio tours 11:30 am and 2:00 pm.
Bountiful selection of top quality produce and specialty foods as well as the opportunity to connect with the farmers and vendors who produce it.
Enjoy the year-round beauty of drought-tolerant non-invasive plant collections from Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and California.
Artisans Gallery features American Made Crafts with an emphasis on the wealth of local artists that Santa Cruz & the surrounding communities have to offer. We carry wall art, jewelry, glass, ceramics, metal work, woodworking, cards, candles & more.
Voted best bookstore in Santa Cruz County. Santa Cruz's independent destination for new & used books, newsstand, cards, gifts & Santa Cruz t-shirts. Free weekly author events in the heart of Downtown.
90 shops, restaurants and lodging on the beach. Fish, swim, surf, shop and dine without moving your car. Contest online.
On Antique Row in Soquel. Offers an array of furniture, architectural, garden & designer inspiration. New merchandise weekly.
Map of direct-sell farms in Santa Cruz County. Call for more information.
With two locations in Capitola Village, featuring pottery, art glass, jewelry, jewelry boxes, garden decor, clocks, candles, sea glass, and sandcastles.
Downtown is the heart of Santa Cruz! It's also our spirit. Find it in boutiques, sidewalk cafes, galleries, cinemas and a wide range of professional services.