- Our list of the best things to do in Santa Barbara, California, features the top 89 nearby activities — including 33 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Santa Barbara, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Food & Drink, Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, and Tours.
- The results below include the top 51 things to do within the city of Santa Barbara, CA , followed by 42 popular activities in nearby cities, including Goleta, Ventura, Santa Ynez, Ojai and Montecito
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Originally owned by the Fox Theatres chain, Arlington Theatre today has its own individual charm. The spacious theatre is decorated in the image of an 18th century Spanish village and provides a great setting for both movies as well as live shows. Tickets and refreshments are reasonably priced.
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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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85%
190 votes
217-G Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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The Deep Sea Wine Tasting room has a beautiful ocean-view tasting room. Tasting is $10 for 5 pours.
1.7 Miles
82%
253 votes
2559 Puesta del Sol Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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A wide range of exhibits are available at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History including those that feature mammals, fish, birds, reptiles, plant life, and geology that is native to the Pacific Coast and Channel Islands. There are also dioramas that depict prehistoric Native American life.
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Take a short hike through Nojoqui Falls County Park, and see the waterfalls among the forest trees. This beautiful setting is a favorite destination for families who take advantage of the picnic and playground areas and open spaces.
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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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Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail offers the opportunity to learn about and taste wines,do shopping, take a hike, and visit downtown Santa Barbara.Possibility of taking a tour at the wineries' on site production facilities.
10.8 Miles
82%
66 votes
1801 North H Street, Suite G, Santa Barbara, CA 93436
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Enjoy jumps at 18,000 feet with Skydive Santa Barbara. These are the highest altitude jumps on the Central Coast.
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Bryan Lee is one of the popular clothing stores of Santa Barbara owing to its highly unique collection of clothing items, all from the best brands. The store ranks high on customer service and is slightly expensive.
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For hiking, climbing, and water views, one can visit Rattlesnake Canyon Trail. There is also an off-roading area.