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Mystery Spot

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 27 attractions in Santa Cruz
Traveler Description: This enigmatic place draws curious visitors who come to witness its gravity-defying properties.
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Attraction type: Mysterious site
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Address: 465 Mystery Spot Road off Branciforte Dr. Santa Cruz, CA 95065
Tel: 831-423-8897

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Reviews of Mystery Spot

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4 of 5 stars
Fremont, CA
May 27, 2008

I am shocked and devastated to learn from several other reviewers that the Santa Cruz Mystery spot is just an illusion! What, no aliens, no suspension of the laws of physics, no dielectric biocosmic radiation?? (that last one is from the brochure). Seriously, after 12 years in the SF Bay area we made our first trip there last Saturday, and... more

1 of 5 stars
Pacifica, California
Apr 9, 2008

Really a lame and dopey place to go...I can not see how anyone over 5 years old would find it a mystery....next stop see "The Thing" on interstate 10 in ole Arizona.... :o) more

4 of 5 stars
Israel
Apr 7, 2008

I have been there as others. I noticed there were no birds around the cabin area. where as at the entrance an round about there were plenty. it seemed they avoided flying into or over the spot. Did any body else take note of this ?. Enjoyable and very interesting. and only five bucks. more

4 of 5 stars
Edmonton, Alberta
Sep 1, 2007

Its' a very clever tourist trap - and very entertaining. This is a fun tour for anyone who doesn't take life, or themselves too seriously. more

Mar 2, 2007
2/4 found this review helpful

Very strange place worst to visit. Recommended! more

Dec 28, 2006
5/6 found this review helpful

A quick web search reveals the simple, scientific truth behind the "mysteries" of various such spots around the country: gravity and optical illusions. That is not to say that this Spot isn't entertaining; indeed, everyone on our tour appeared to have a blast. But there is a significant dose of silliness on these tours. Our guide rapidly spewed a series... more

4 of 5 stars
England
Oct 20, 2006
2/2 found this review helpful

I would like to go again to form a stronger opinion. Probably all illusion, but fun. Me and friend definitely suffered a spaced out nauseaus feeling on returning to our car. We were not rushed at all on the tour. At one stage she stood on a plank and appeared a lot taller than me, when in reality i am... more

1 of 5 stars
California
Oct 4, 2006
4/7 found this review helpful

NOT WORTH VISITING! It's all optical illusions. My hubby and I were very disappointed after visiting The Mystery Spot. U paid 5 bucks for less than 15 mins tour. It was soooo rush that u will not have time to take your pics. The tour guide spoke like a “machine gun” as if she want to get it over and... more

Jun 20, 2006
3/3 found this review helpful

Tired of having fun in San Francisco or wineries? Try a different type of fun - visit a Mystery Spot near Santa Cruz. It is funny and educational. Learn about optical illusion, check the law of gravitation. Of course, this place is full of tricks to entertain tourists, but smartly constructed and engineered with a knowledge of physics. You go... more

4 of 5 stars
San Francisco, CA
Sep 30, 2005
2/5 found this review helpful

I've been to this many times since I was a child. Always a lot of fun. However, it is all a complete illusion. The effects are caused by changed perspective. The house is tilted, thus changing how we look at everything in the house. more

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Mystery Spot Address

465 Mystery Spot Road off Branciforte Dr., Santa Cruz, CA 95065
Tel: 831-423-8897