- TripBuzz found 71 things to do with kids in or near Goleta, California, including 48 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Santa Barbara, Solvang, Santa Ynez and Montecito.
- From Goleta County Beach to Zodo's - Bowling & Beyond, the Goleta area offers 53 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Hiking Trails, Nature & Wildlife Areas and Parks.
- Part of Santa Barbara County in California, Goleta offers some of the most beautiful beachside real estate and amenities in Southern California. Visitors and locals enjoy the scenic views of the Pacific ocean from the cities bluffs and local parks. Goleta's Coronado Butterfly Preserve and plentiful shopping options are also a popular draw.
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Santa Barbara Sailing Center has tours for a number of interests. A popular tour is their Dolphin and Whale Watching excursion.
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If you've ever dreamed of touching a shark, visit Ty Warner Sea Center. They offer a large amount of information about sea creatures.
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Andree Clark Bird Refuge (1400 E. Cabrillo Blvd.), Santa Barbara, CA
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Cabrillo Bike Path runs from the zoo to the harbor. A nice place to bike, jog, or walk
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Families and school groups love the Santa Barbara Zoo in Santa Barbara, California. The zoo's most popular denizens include great apes, leopards, bears, penguins and assorted reptiles. It takes roughly three hours to fully explore the Santa Barbara Zoo.
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The Andree Clark Bird Refuge is home to a number of birds and other wildlife who claim sanctuary here. You can enjoy a picnic or a stroll through the estate, whilst admiring the views of the lake.
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Lotusland is a botanical garden and plant conservatory dedicated to sustainable gardening and plant appreciation. The Garden is open to the public. Founded over one hundred years ago by Madame Ganna Walaska, Lotusland retains her vision and philosophy of nature education for children and adults.
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Offering views of the sunrise and sunset, the Butterfly Beach is a location suitable for people-watching, swimming and surfing. The site is also located near the Four Seasons Bitmore Hotel.
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A public beach located in front of a gated community in Montecito, Miramar Beach offers beach walking, swimming and surfing. At low tide, this south-facing beach features tide pools for exploration.
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801 Ladera Lane, Santa Barbara, CA
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You can take a stroll through the beautiful Pacifica Graduate Institute in Santa Barbara. There are some cheap and tasty dining options on campus, as well.
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Between Refugio State Beach and Gaviota State Park, Santa Barbara, CA
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Arroyo Hondo Preserve is small but packed with wildlife. Walk through to witness a diversity of plant life and beautiful views.