Things To Do In Santa Barbara

Beaches & Outdoor Fun

• East Beach: Volleyball, gentle surf, bike path to Stearns Wharf.
• Butterfly Beach: Favorite for sunsets, near the Four Seasons Biltmore.
• Arroyo Burro Beach (“Hendry’s Beach”): Pet-friendly with great tide pools.
• Santa Barbara Harbor & Breakwater Walk: Rent kayaks, watch sailboats, dine at Brophy Bros.
• Santa Ynez Mountains Hiking: Trails like Inspiration Point or Seven Falls offer sweeping coastal views.

Culture & History

• Old Mission Santa Barbara: (2201 Laguna St.) Tours & museum, open daily 10 AM–5 PM.
• Santa Barbara County Courthouse: (1100 Anacapa St.) Climb the clocktower for the best panoramic view in town.
• El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park: (123 E Canon Perdido St.) Restored 18th-century Spanish fort.
• Museum of Art: (1130 State St.) Noted for its Monet and Asian collections.

Food & Wine

• Funk Zone: Converted warehouses filled with tasting rooms, breweries, and street art.
• State Street Dining: Al fresco cafés, coastal seafood, and farm-to-table fare.
• Santa Ynez Valley Wine Tasting: 45-minute drive to Los Olivos, Solvang, or Buellton — over 120 wineries.

Family Fun

• Santa Barbara Zoo: (500 Ninos Dr.) Compact, scenic, great for kids.
• MOXI – The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation: Hands-on science exhibits near the train station.
• Stearns Wharf: Shops, restaurants, and Sea Center aquarium.