The American Riviera
Candle Bar 111 offers a unique, immersive experience in Santa Barbara's Funk Zone, where visitors can craft their own custom candles in a creative, welcoming environment. Located near popular wineries, breweries, and boutiques, Candle Bar 111…
Slow down and reconnect with the natural beauty of Santa Barbara through PhD-guided stargazing tours and private wine country experiences. Stargazing Tours Travel beyond the ordinary and discover the night sky like never before. Your guide, a PhD…
Founded in 1916 as the Museum of Comparative Oology, the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History has evolved to include more than 3.5 million specimens covering every aspect of natural history—from mammals, birds and marine life to geology,…
SEIMANDI & LEPRIEUR is a contemporary gallery in the heart of Santa Barbara’s art district, founded by a French couple dedicated to sharing and promoting art. Bringing a fresh perspective from France, the gallery presents a curated…
Ignite your mind at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, Santa Barbara’s one-of-a-kind destination for hands-on scientific and creative experiences. Located in the flourishing Funk Zone neighborhood, MOXI invites kids, families…
Explore the wonders of the natural world at the Santa Barbara Zoo, where the beauty of the wildlife is matched only by the lush grounds and sweeping views. Located just two miles from State Street, this 30-acre park is home to more than 146…
Discover the wonders of ocean life at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center. Located on historic Stearns Wharf, this highly interactive regional aquarium offers you close encounters with marine animals from the Santa Barbara…
The Earl Warren Showgrounds is a multi-use community center just 10 minutes outside of downtown Santa Barbara. The showgrounds host events throughout the year that attract visitors and locals alike. Located off Highway 101, guests can easily access…
Don’t miss the Annual California Wine Festival (CWF), in beautiful Santa Barbara, one of the largest outdoor wine festivals in the state! This beautiful city is the original home of the CWF, a spectacular gathering of wine, food, music and…
Santa Barbara is your game board. Are you ready to play? Experience the ORIGINAL Amazing Race — style scavenger hunt — often imitated, never duplicated. Urban Adventure Quest transforms Santa Barbara into a self-paced, clue-solving…
ALL ABOARD the Sunset Kidd, a 41-foot Sailing Yacht! Experience the beauty of Santa Barbara from our stunning coastal waters, enjoying our two-hour cruises along the panoramic mountain and coastal views, Feel the refreshing ocean breeze upon your…
Santa Barbara Ghost Tours offers a variety of exciting, informative and entertaining ghost tours in some of the beautiful neighborhoods in Santa Barbara. We offer a variety of ghost tours for our guests to enjoy. View our website for wine tasting…
Local, family-owned You-Pick flower farm located on the Gaviota Coast, just north of Santa Barbara. Harvest stems and create your own bouquet while enjoying ocean-front views as well as rugged backcountry scenery. Experience the flowers, the…
Discover California’s diverse natural landscapes at Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, a 78-acre living museum designed entirely with native plants. Miles of walking trails crisscross the gardens, so you can venture from a towering coastal redwood…
Lotusland is a stunning 37-acre botanical garden in the hills of Montecito and is home to more than 3,000 species of plants, many of them rare or endangered. The Garden is the former estate of well-known opera singer and socialite, Madam Ganna…
Walk the halls of history at one of Santa Barbara’s most iconic sites, Old Mission Santa Barbara. With its grand bell towers, lush gardens and views of the San Ynez mountains and Pacific Ocean, the Mission is one of the city’s most…
Ice in Paradise is an ice skating sports and recreational facility in Goleta that offers public ice skating sessions and a variety of ice sports, including figure skating and hockey. With numerous classes and sessions to serve the greater Santa…
Imbued with the history of the century-old Hotel Virginia, the Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton stands as a symbol of the city’s rich heritage and legacy of enduring hospitality. They offer the quality, convenience,…
Craft & Create is a walk-in crafting studio where you can choose from a variety of projects and use provided tools and supplies to bring your creative visions to life. Nestled in the heart of Solvang, California, this DIY Lounge was…
The Lobero Theatre has been the heart and rhythm of Santa Barbara for the last 150 years. Originally founded as Jose Lobero’s Opera House in 1873, the Lobero is the oldest continuously operating theatre in California and the fourth oldest…
Established in 1994 by Founding Director Rodney Gustafson, State Street Ballet embodies artistic excellence, drawing exceptional dancers from around the globe to create captivating performances that push the boundaries of traditional ballet. Under…
With its white adobe walls and red-tiled roof, the iconic Casa de la Guerra is the foremost place to learn about Santa Barbara’s Mexican period (1821-1848). This important historic landmark was built between 1818 and 1828 for José de…
Experience Montecito as it was during the 1920s and 1930s on a tour of Casa del Herrero, one of Santa Barbara’s finest architectural landmarks. Built in 1925 and designated a National Historic Landmark in 2009, Casa del Herrero is an…
Modeled after the tip-based European tours, Free Walking Tour Santa Barbara has been offering their award winning tours to locals and tourists alike since 2017. Choose the 90-minute Funk Zone Tour and you'll explore the history of this former…
A local landmark for more than a century, The Granada Theatre is the central coast’s premier performing arts venue. Located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, the theater is home to the Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts…
Autio is a location-based audio storytelling app that redefines how people experience travel, exploration, and place. Co-founded by actor and director Kevin Costner, Autio was born from a passion for uncovering the rich, untold stories behind the…
Founded in 1959, UCSB Arts & Lectures is the largest and most influential arts and lectures organization between Los Angeles and San Francisco. This nationally recognized, award-winning program brings exceptional cultural and artistic…
For a firsthand look at one of the country’s most beautiful public buildings, look no further than the Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Designed in the Spanish-Colonial style and completed in 1929, the fully operational Courthouse is an…
