Colorful Views in Capitola

Colorful buildings, a vibrant beach, and bright Italian vibes!

Last updated: Jan 2024

  • Free

Description

Grab a friend, load the camera, and get ready to discover this colorful hidden gem that NorCal boasts. With just an hour drive from San Francisco, Capitola is that gem and colorful is what this experience is full of. Explore this quaint Italian town that puts a smile on your face from just walking down the multi-colored streets. The vibrancy and colorful shades of buildings and shoppes truly make this town one-of-a-kind. Venture to Capitola Beach and view this beautiful city from the ocean. Grab a slice of pizza and find little treasures in a shop. Spending time with friends and making memories filled with colors is truly the end goal in this beautiful town!

Perfect for

For solo
For two
For families with kids
For parents and grownups
Chill

Good to know

FREE
Sightseeing
Open to public
Few hours
Street Parking

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Itinerary

  1. Drive in and prepare to see this colorful town
  2. Walk down the streets amongst the multi-colored buildings
  3. Take a picture with vibrant colors all around
  4. Have Italian food at one of the restaurants nestled in the shoppes
  5. Head to the beach to continue the views from the ocean
  6. Soak in the beauty and colors around you
  7. Find a hidden trinket to commemorate your trip to Capitola

Location

Capitola, CA 95010

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Packing List

  • camera
  • comfortable shoes
  • bathing suit
  • change of clothing
  • sunscreen

 4.6  ● Google reviews

  • Caleb Mateo

    2 weeks ago

    Went here with my family for one of our vacations during one of my summer breaks. Just like any other beach in California, this one is beautiful, fun, relaxing, and exciting to visit! There is plenty of room for everyone, the Capitola Wharf gives off a great view of the ocean, and there are lots of restaurants that serve lunch and dinner nearby. I may be biased, but basically every beach in California is a fun experience. 🌊⛱️🏝☀️💛💖

  • Ben Jorgensen

    7 months ago

    My favorite beach on the west coast! I grew up on this beach and I have watched my own children grow up on this beach! And a side bonus, you won't need to worry about immunizations when you can spend all summer swimming in the tail end of the San Lorenzo River

  • crow

    4 months ago

    please stop swimming in the poop lake omg there were some teenage boys canonballing into it off the edge of the bridge in just swim shorts. it's like swimming in a dirty toilet bowl just walk the extra 10 yards to the beach

  • Anoop Mt

    9 months ago

    Stunning beach—we absolutely love this place. The colorful buildings along the shoreline make it even more beautiful. Parking can be a little hard to find, but it’s worth it. The pier is great for fishing, with lots of people fishing there, and the sunset views are absolutely amazing.

  • Ken Rovasio

    9 months ago

    I have been coming here for over 40 years and it still has a special place in my heart. I love going to Zeldas for lunch and stopping in at Mr. Toots for a coffee to warm up. Grabbing a late night slice of pizza, soda and t-shirt at Pizza My Heart for just $9. The shopping is so much fun, and the workers are friendly. Plenty of places to park, but pay attention to the time limits.
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