Sometimes I think there's not much to do in Santa Barbara and other times I think there's too much. These are some of the most popular and most interesting things I've found to do in Santa Barbara.
You can vote for your favorite below, or see what other people just like you think about it.
Stearns Wharf
One of the most visible features of the waterfront, the oldest working West Coast pier was once owned by Hollywood legend Jimmy Cagney and his brothers. It is home to restaurants, ice cream stands and a fish market. Don't miss the Ty Warner Sea Center.Vote for Stearns Wharf as your favorite place to go in Santa Barbara
Chase Palm Park
This long, narrow park hugs the waterfront with a palm-lined walking/riding path. Rent bicycles, pedal-powered surreys, windsurfers or kayaks at one of the nearby shops. On weekends, enjoy the arts and crafts festival.Vote for Chase Palm Park as your favorite place to go in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Mission
Often called the "Queen of the Missions" it's a few blocks inland from the State Street shopping area. Its classical-styled exterior was copied from an early architecture book. The interior is the most beautiful of the California missions.Vote for Santa Barbara Mission as your favorite place to go in Santa Barbara
State Street
Santa Barbara's main street is lined with shops and restaurants. Join the locals for a stroll down the street and some leisurely shopping at Paseo Nuevo. We particularly like the "no name" store at 1207 State Street, which literally does not have a name posted but is full of all kinds of interesting stuff.Vote for State Street as your favorite place to go in Santa Barbara
Red Tile Walking Tour
This self-guided walking tour covers some of Santa Barbara's oldest and most fascinating architectural landmarks.Vote for Red Tile walking tour as your favorite thing to do in Santa Barbara
Channel Islands National Park
Just offshore and beautifully unspoiled, these islands which have never been part of the mainland are California's version of the Galapagos.Vote for Channel Islands National Park as your favorite place to go in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Zoo
It's a popular place to go, but we have reservations about the Santa Barbara Zoo. You should read our review and decide for yourself whether it's for you or not.Vote for Santa Barbara Zoo as your favorite place to go in Santa Barbara
Polo Matches
Polo season runs from April through October, and anyone can watch.Vote for Polo Matches as your favorite thing to do in Santa Barbara
