Things To DoThings To Do
Visit the Beach!Visit the Beach!
This is a photo of Ledbetter Beach... all beaches here are beautiful and worth a peek if not a full beach day! There is also a great path that frames the sand making it a perfect bike ride to cruise the shores.
Head to the Funk ZoneHead to the Funk Zone
The Funk Zone is a trendy and vibrant neighborhood in Santa Barbara. It is mainly known for its art galleries, breweries, and wineries and is located in the area around the intersection of Anacapa and Yanonali Streets, near the waterfront. Some of our favorite spots to eat or drink here are: Topa Topa Brewery, Lucky Penny, The Lark, Santa Barbara Wine Collective, Figueroa Mountain Brewing Company, Llama Dog, Brass Bear Brewing, Pali Wine Co, and Loquita (we haven't been here, but have heard great things).
The Urban Wine TrailThe Urban Wine Trail
The Urban Wine Trail is a self-guided tour of wineries located in the downtown area of Santa Barbara, California. The trail includes a number of wineries located in the Funk Zone neighborhood, as well as others located elsewhere in the Santa Barbara vicinity. Many of the wineries on the Urban Wine Trail offer tastings and tours, and some also have on-site restaurants or outdoor seating areas. The Urban Wine Trail is organized by the Santa Barbara Vintners Association, they provide maps and information about the wineries on the trail, as well as events and other resources for wine lovers.
Go for a SurfGo for a Surf
We obviously love to get in the water, and if you do too we recommend Rincon Beach Point (right below our wedding venue) and Campus Point in Goleta (right by UCSB)! In the Summer and Fall the swell is usually tiny, so longboarding will be a safe bet at either location.
Hike Inspiration PointHike Inspiration Point
If you are up for a quick hike, Inspiration Point is a must... if we like it, it means its pretty mellow! It's about a 3.5 mile round-trip hike that gives you a view of the Santa Barbara Harbor at the top. Helpful Tip: To ensure you find the correct trailhead, we recommend using Google Maps or AllTrails. The Inspiration Point Trailhead is located in a residential neighborhood just off Tunnel Road. You’ll know that you’re close when you begin to see cars lining the right side of the road—like we said, it’s a popular hike!
Sandpiper Golf ClubSandpiper Golf Club
If you like golf, this is truly an amazing course right on the water's edge! It's located in Goleta, just a quick 15 min drive North of Santa Barbara.
Check out Santa Barbara's Tourism SiteCheck out Santa Barbara's Tourism Site
If you want to see all that Santa Barbara has to offer, check out the link to one of their main tourism sites. There's so much to see here, and we encourage everyone to choose their own adventure!