Joe & James’ Wedding
Things To Do
Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail
The Urban Wine Trail refers to about 26 tasting rooms located within just a couple blocks from each other in the downtown area. It’s an excellent way to try the spectacular wines that this area is known for with walkable ease, convenience, and safety!
Barbareño Restaurant
This restaurant is where we had our first nice dinner together and we're going to be coming back for our rehearsal dinner. It remains one of our favorite restaurants of all time. We highly recommend the tri-tip and can't help but giggle that the (amazing) bread is made with "locally sourced yeast." Welcome to Portlandia!
Three Pickles Subs & Sandwiches
This sandwich shop is known for its (...wait for it...) pickles! It's where we had our first meal in Santa Barbara while exploring the preserved historical buildings from the Mission Era and tasting on the Urban Wine Trail.
Stearns Wharf
This is, essentially, the "Santa Barbara Pier" and makes for a lovey walk, run, or spot for a scenic lunch.
Cutler's Artisan Spirits
This friendly, family-owned distillery has a hole-in-the-wall tasting room in the Funk Zone. Don't miss Grandma Tommie's Apple Pie Liqueur and their Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur, distilled with real coffee beans.
Superior Court Of California County Of Santa Barbara
Designed by William Mooser III in the Spanish-Moorish architectural style, this working courthouse is surrounded by landscaped gardens and lawns. Check holiday hours!
Old Mission Santa Barbara
Visitors can tour this historic Franciscan mission that features twin bell towers and lovely gardens. Check holiday hours!
Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
With sweeping views to the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Santa Barbara Channel Islands and stunning landscapes, the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is a great place to explore California's native plant diversity.
Santa Barbara Orchid Estate
Home to one of the world's foremost collections of orchid species and hybrids.
Town of Solvang
Solvang is a city in southern California's Santa Ynez Valley a short-ish drive from Santa Barbara. It's known for its Danish-style architecture and many wineries. The Barton family would frequently visit to celebrate their Danish ancestry and enjoy delicacies like the famous aebleskiver at the Solvang Restaurant.