Katharine & Sean
Things To Do
Helena Avenue Bakery
Kate's Favorite Bakery in Town!
Dart Coffee Co
Awesome coffee
Channel Islands National Park
Just 22 miles off the coast, Channel Islands National Park is one of Santa Barbara’s most stunning yet often overlooked treasures. Dubbed the “Galapagos of North America”, these ecologically rich islands are home to a remarkable variety of wildlife and marine life. Channel Islands Expeditions, the only outfitter departing from Santa Barbara Harbor, offers single-day trips to Santa Cruz Island and multi-day liveaboard adventures to San Miguel, Santa Rosa, Santa Cruz, and Anacapa Islands. With exclusive permits for kayaking tours, outfitters like Santa Barbara Adventure Company provide an up-close experience of the islands’ sea caves, cliffs, and crystal-clear waters. Whether you're hiking, snorkeling, or paddling through untouched coastal landscapes, this national park in our own front yard is an unforgettable adventure.
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, located in the historic Santa Barbara Harbor, offers a fascinating look at the region’s rich maritime history. With interactive exhibits on shipwrecks, surfing, commercial diving, and Channel Islands exploration, the museum brings the local seafaring past to life. Visitors can step aboard a real historic fishing boat, try their hand at underwater exploration, or take in breathtaking harbor views from the rooftop deck. Whether you're a history buff or just love the ocean, it’s a must-visit for a deeper dive into Santa Barbara’s coastal heritage.
MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
The MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation is Santa Barbara’s ultimate hands-on science and creativity museum, perfect for curious minds of all ages. Located just steps from the Funk Zone, MOXI features interactive exhibits on light, sound, speed, and more, plus a rooftop Sky Garden with stunning ocean views. Whether you’re designing your own race car, playing with wind tunnels, or making music with digital instruments, MOXI is a fun, engaging stop for anyone looking to explore, create, and be inspired.
Condor Express Whale Watching
The Condor Express offers year-round whale-watching trips from Sea Landing Dock in Santa Barbara Harbor aboard a 75′ state-of-the-art, eco-friendly, high-speed catamaran. Cruising through the nutrient-rich waters around Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, and San Miguel Islands, this region is home to 27 species of whales and dolphins, including blue and humpback whales from May through November.