NewAllergist and Immunologist BC/BE Palo Alto Foundation Medical GroupAllergist and Immunologist BC/BESanta Cruz, CAAdding to the character of the community, the University of California is nestled in foothills above Santa Cruz, and the Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk was named Best Boardwalk in the country by USA Today. Santa Cruz is also a cultural hub, featuring several live performance venues, the annual Open Studios tour, boutique art stores and the Tannery Arts Center.