ATTRACTIONS

Santa Barbara Attractions

Mission Santa BarbaraOld Mission Santa Barbara is considered 'Queen of the Missions' for its graceful beauty. Founded on December 4th, 1786, it was the tenth...

Stearns WharfStearns Wharf is a pier at the cross section of the end of State Street and Cabrillo, in the harbor in Santa Barbara. When completed In 1872...

Santa Barbara HarborSanta Barbara Harbor is one of the most picturesque boating locations in Southern California. Built in 1929, this 1100-slip harbor...

Santa Barbara
County Courthouse
This magnificent Spanish-Moorish 'palace' was built in 1929 and is surrounded by lawns and a sunken tropical garden that plays host to many...

State Street PromenadeSanta Barbara's downtown area has transformed into a pedestrian mall, with restaurants, bars, and other businesses expanding onto sidewalks and into the main boulevard.

ArtSanta Barbara renowned for being home to some of the most revered art galleries in the country.

Carriage and Western
Art Museum
Established in 1972, the Carriage and Western Art Museum of Santa Barbara is a non-profit organization with the mission to collect, display...

Casa de la GuerraSanta Barbara is a city so rich in history that its easy to sometimes miss something very interesting. A prime example is Casa...

Chromatic GateIf ever wanted to see a rainbow close-up but could never catch it, there is one in Santa Barbara just waiting for you.

Chumash Painted CaveSanta Barbara's Chumash Painted Cave State Historic Park preserves centuries old Native American artwork that adorn the side of a...

Cold Spring TavernIf you want to step back in time and experience a bygone era of the Old West, be sure to visit Cold Spring Tavern. Once people experience the...

El Presidio de Santa BarbaraAs far as landmarks go, this is one of the most interesting and significant in Santa Barbara. It rivals the Mission in complexity and beauty...

Kids WorldSANTA BARBARA: Kids World is the mother of all playgrounds in Santa Barbara. Located at Alameda Park, Kids World is the area's most...

Knapp's CastleKnapp's Castle, in the mountains above Santa Barbara, is a popular place because of its intriguing look and incredible view of the...

La Cumbre PeakThe La Cumbre Peak day-use area is a contradiction: it is Santa Barbara's hidden gem yet is the most visible spot in town...

Lizard's MouthLizard's Mouth Rock is the highest point of a large, flat rock formation near the top of the Santa Ynez Mountains. It is the most popular and...

Monarch Butterfly GroveMonarch butterflies migrate to California each November through February and the best place to view them locally is at the Monarch Butterfly...

Moreton Bay Fig TreeThe Moreton Bay Fig Tree located near the Amtrak train station is one of the largest trees in the United States.

MOXI MuseumVisit the Wolf Museum of Exploration & Innovation, or MOXI, and you'll get a sense of the experience to come even before stepping through the door...

Outdoors Santa Barbara
Visitor Center
Located in the Waterfront of the Santa Barbara's Harbor, the visitor center offers one of the best views of the city, beaches, harbor, mountains...

Rancho La Patera
and Stow House
The Stow House was once the headquarters of Rancho La Patera, on the original Rancho La Goleta. In 1871, William Whitney Stow, a legal...

Reagan Ranch CenterThe Reagan Ranch Center is a place to learn about President Ronald Reagan and his conservative values through historical exhibits...

Santa Barbara Botanic GardenThis is one of Santa Barbara's hidden treasures. Off the beaten path, this park features nearly 80 acres of native trees, shrubs, wildflowers...

Santa Barbara
Historical Museum
Completed in 1964, the Santa Barbara Historical Museum has emerged as an essential landmark for the preservation and celebration of Santa...

Santa Barbara
Maritime Museum
Going to the Maritime museum is a wonderful treat for anyone. The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is a must stop if you are close to...

Santa Barbara ZooConsistently ranked as one of America's best small zoos. The Santa Barbara Zoo is one of the more than 220 accredited zoos and aquariums...

South Coast Railroad MuseumGoleta Depot was built by the Southern Pacific Railroad Co. in 1901, at the time of the completion of SP's Coast Line connecting San...