Things To Do
Stearns Wharf
This is a great place to get lovely views and pictures, of the harbor, the distant mountains, folks fishing, and occasional sea animals. It is a historic wooden wharf that you can drive and walk on. There are some places to get something to eat but the food is only 'ok' and pricey... There are better places to eat cross the street and downtown. There are public restrooms and parking was free on the wharf for the first 90 minutes, followed by $3.50/hr.
Cold Spring Tavern
Stop by the Cold Spring Tavern and enjoy a hearty casual lunch or fine dining at night at this former stagecoach stop on the San Marcos Pass near Santa Barbara. Reservations are HIGHLY recommended or else you're looking at a 45-60 min wait. Savor their famous tri-tip sandwiches, onion rings, and chilis at lunch or our dinner entrees featuring steaks, fresh fish, and game.
Wine Tasting
Some recommendations: Melville Winery (120 State St. Suite C) Tasting Flight – $35 per person, includes 5 pours *1 tasting fee waived for every 3 bottles purchased* Artisan cheese, charcuterie and other small bites available for purchase. Whitcraft Tasting Room (36 A S. Calle Cesar Chavez) All of the reds and most of the whites are never fined, filtered or pumped and the smallest amount possible of sulfur is used. A one hour tasting of a variety of wines hosted by someone who has worked harvest at Whitcraft. Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 4 $50 per person Jaime Sloane Tasting Room (23 E. De La Guerra St.) Located at the main entrance to the Historic El Paseo in the vibrant Presidio Neighborhood near State Street in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara. Price: unknown but online it says "$$$" so... take that as you will