- 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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A veteran glass artist leads classes, offering step-by-step instruction that results in a unique piece of self-made artwork
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Sandwiched between towering palm trees and the blue Pacific Ocean, Chase Palm Park, is a hidden gem for family recreation. Featuring a shipwreck-themed playground, picnic areas and stunning views, plan your visit today.
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37 votes
136 East De la Guerra Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Located right off the State street, Santa Barbara Historical Museum houses many artefatcs, scupltures as well as rotating exhibits which represent the rich cultural history of California. Entry and parking is free.
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Corks and Crowns offers high-quality wines and craft beers. You can buy packages for tastings on their website.
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With its wide selection, 33 jewels makes fine jewelry for various price ranges. New pieces arrive each week.
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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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A popular nightlife destination located in Santa Barbara, EOS Lounge has many featured services to offer such as VIP tables, wine tour, celebration package and much more. The place is spacious and well maintained.
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21 West Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Down a side street in Santa Barbara you will find the Karpeles Manuscript Library which is home to dozens of literary works in their original form, such as the Declaration of Independence and the Torah.
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With an experience of over a decade, the Eagle Paragliding school offers paragliding lessons and it also trains pilots. They also import paragliding equipment and products from around the world.
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1 votes
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.
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500 E. Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
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If you are visiting Santa Barbara, then you might want to make your first stop at the Santa Barbara Conference and Visitors Bureau which provides tourists with information on local attractions, places to stay, things to do and more.