- TripBuzz found 57 things to do with kids in or near Santa Barbara, California, including 32 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Goleta, Ventura, Ojai and Montecito.
- From Arroyo Burro County Beach Park to Santa Barbara Zoo, the Santa Barbara area offers 56 different types of family activities, including: Natural History Museums, Botanical Gardens, Nature & Wildlife Areas and Waterfalls.
- Situated between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, the city of Santa Barbara offers the best of both worlds to its residents and visitors. Just minutes from lush forest or sandy beach, the area is as popular for its outdoor recreation as it is for its many indoor attractions such as it's high-end shops, world-class restaurants and luxury spas.
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Bodee's Rancho Grande is a 200 acre working cattle and horse ranch that originated in the 1800s. Horseback riding, lodging, and farm-related kid activities are the primary attractions at the site.
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Beautiful Oxnard State Beach & Park is perenially popular with kite enthusiasts, picnickers, joggers and power walkers. The park includes volleyball courts, barbeque stations and an area for skateboarding. The covered pavillion must be reserved in advance.
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Michael Jackson's famed Neverland Ranch is only open to those who are invited, so visitors will likely only see the gates covered in flowers, notes and memorials from fans. The house is not visible from the gates.
31.9 Miles
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143 votes
3810 West Channel Islands Boulevard, Oxnard, CA
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Channel Islands Harbor has a number of shops and restaurants on its pier. Rent a kayak or electric boat and explore the waters.
31.9 Miles
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169 votes
3150 S. Harbor Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93035
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Explore the waters off of Oxnard, California with Sail Channel Islands Day Tours. The company's sailing vessels are large, stable and have luxurious appointments. Sail Channel Islands Day Tours is available for small groups, couples and individuals.
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Channel Islands Kayak Center Day Tours
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3600 S. Harbor Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93035
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Channel Islands Kayak Center Day Tours is a service that allows guests to spend a day kayaking and experiencing life out on the water. Visitors may observe different sea wildlife, learn about the local history, and explore sea caves.
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Offering professional guided kayaking tours of the Channel Islands National Park, Blue Ocean Kayaking provides gear and instructions for navigating the Island Of Anacapa cove and natural sea caves. Dolphins, whales, and sea lions can be observed during the tour.
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With productions ranging from political dramas to Shakespeare plays, Elite Theatre Company is a community theater group comprised of local performers. The company often throws public fundraiser events for its youth theater education program.
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142 votes
3900 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard, CA 93035
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Marine art is the focus of the Channel Islands Maritime Museum in Oxnard, California. The museum has an extensive collection of American marine art. It is also home to several huge model exhibits and is a must-visit attraction for model designers and hobbyists.
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4100 Harbor Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93035
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The Channel Islands are home to fascinating wildlife, including, seals, sea lions, and dolphins. Channel Islands Charter offers private boat tours over these waters.