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Santa Barbara
Old Mission Santa Barbara
Known as “Queen of the Missions” for its exceptional beauty, the Santa Barbara Mission was founded by the Spanish Franciscans in 1786. More than 200 years later, it’s still an active parish church and a vital and enduring element of Santa Barbara’s cultural landscape.
Paseo Nuevo - Outdoor Mall
Open-air mall with a variety of well-known chain retailers, plus a great place to just people watch.
Antique Alley
If you love thrifting or spotting that timeless treasure Antique Alley offers fun through the hunt, the unexpected, great music and friendly staff that will help you find high-quality items at fair prices. Also, they have a large collection of Hawaiian shirts.
CAJÉ Arlington
If you need a morning perk while you're in town then you must visit any Cajé locations in Santa Barbara. The Cajé Arlington location is actually our wedding venue. It's open to the public from 7 am to 1 pm. Their coffee cocktails (non-alcoholic) like the Bella Rose iced macha-latte is heavenly.
Moreton Bay Fig Tree
Check out one of the largest fig trees in the country! Moreton Bay fig tree is right by the Amtrak train station.
Salt Cave
Take a nap, meditate, or try to lick the wall of salt inside the Salt Cave! Each cave is lit through pink Himalayan salt crystals that cover the whole room.
FLOAT Luxury Spa
If you don't want to be surrounded by salty people, check out Float Spa. It's a boutique luxury spa with reasonable packages.
Santa Barbara Zoo
A small zoo with an impressive variety of exhibits and programs, like the California Condor Recovery and the Island Fox Recovery programs.
Santa Barbara's Chromatic Gate
The iconic Chromatic Gate! The perfect Instagram spot for your inner-influencer.
Lotusland
Head over to Montecito to visit one of the world's best public gardens, Lotusland. Reservations are required to visit, as the property is in a private neighborhood, but it’s every bit worth a visit to the spectacular grounds. Keep an eye out for Oprah or Meghan and Harry who lives in the neighborhood.
Wheel Fun Rentals
SB is a perfect place for a bike ride, especially along the coastline where you can cycle along the palm-lined Cabrillo Boulevard.
Dine Out
While there are plenty of things to do around Santa Barbara... there are even more things for you to eat. Here's a must-visit list of the best restaurants in Santa Barbara. Our favorite is the Lark! Their menu rotates seasonally so when you make a reservation ask about their new menu!
Visit the Wineries
You can hop between tasting rooms in the Funk Zone and the Presidio in Santa Barbara, or drive out to explore the region’s vineyards.
Urban Wine Trail
Don't feel like driving out to the vineyards? Take the Urban Wine Trail. With over 30 tasting rooms in the area, the people at the Urban Wine Trail make it easier to navigate the five neighborhoods! Check out their interactive map!
Catch Happy Hour
If wineries and tasting rooms are a little too stiff... here's a spirited alternative.
Stearns Wharf
Take a walk, check out the shops, or go fishing! There's plenty to do at the wharf. Stop by Stearns Wharf Bait & Tackle to pick up some poles and bait to go fish 🎣.
Fishermen's Market
Don't feel like fishing but still love the idea of seafood? From 6am-11am every Saturday, a handful of fishermen can be found on the City Pier (opposite Brophy Bros. restaurant) selling crab, shrimp, rockfish, ling cod, black cod, halibut, urchin, abalone (sustainably farmed), and other catch of the day items - with unbeatable prices and unsurpassed freshness and quality.
Santa Barbara Adventure Company
Outdoor adventures are limitless in the Santa Barbara area. The Santa Ynez mountains are home to numerous bike trails and sites that allow you to explore the backcountry and all its inhabitants. Meanwhile, the Gaviota Coast is perfect for water adventures like coastal kayaking and surfing lessons. Visit SB Adventure Company for tours, lessons, and rentals.
Rocky Pine Ridge Trail
If you can manage to squeeze in a hike during your visit, the Rocky Pine Ridge is an easy 1 mile in/out trail. The payoff offers spectacular views of the coast.
Superior Court Of California County Of Santa Barbara
This is a must visit! The SB Courthouse is one of the country's most beautiful public buildings. It was completed in 1929 and designed in the Spanish-Colonial style. In 2005, it was designated as a National Historic Landmark for its architecture. It's currently closed to the public, but they are hopeful it will be open in Spring 2022.