As Santa Barbara’s newest hands-on destination for families and curious minds of all ages, The Wolf Museum of Exploration and Innovation or MOXI is a place where you can explore and discover new things about the world around you, ask questions, seek answers and have a blast doing so. Learn more about our history, exhibits + programs, and plans for the future here.
The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is a 78 acre botanical garden, containing over 1,000 species of rare and indigenous plants. It is located in Mission Canyon, Santa Barbara, California.
Stearns Wharf is a historic pier located in Santa Barbara, California. It was built in 1872 by John P. Stearns and is one of the oldest wooden piers in California. The pier is located in the heart of Santa Barbara, right next to the Santa Barbara Harbor.
Santa Barbara, the American Riviera where golden hillsides cascade into sparkling seas. Red-tile roofs give way to abundantly sunny skies. Santa Barbara is a coastal city located in California, United States. It is situated about 90 miles northwest of Los Angeles and has a population of approximately 91,000 people.
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center is a museum located on Santa Barbara’s historic Stearns Wharf, is owned and operated by the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History.
The Santa Barbara County Courthouse is an iconic and historic landmark located in downtown Santa Barbara, California. It serves as the primary courthouse for Santa Barbara County and is also a popular tourist attraction.
Visit the original Lane Farms Produce Stand which has been a local tradition for 83 years! Located at 308 S. Walnut Lane, SB, it features the Home Grown Strawberries, fruits and veggies as well as other Local and Organic Produce. It is also home to the fun activities at Lane Farms Patch.
Mission Santa Barbara is a historic Spanish mission located in Santa Barbara, California. It was founded on December 4, 1786, by Franciscan friar Fermin Lasuen, and it is the tenth of the twenty-one Spanish missions established in California.
Seven Falls is a beautiful series of waterfalls located in Santa Barbara, California. The falls are located in the San Ysidro Mountains, near the city of Santa Barbara and are part of the 200-acre private estate known as the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden.
The Santa Barbara Zoo is a small, privately owned zoo located in Santa Barbara, California. It is home to over 500 animals representing more than 146 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, and insects from around the world. The Santa Barbara Zoo is dedicated to the preservation, conservation, and enhancement of the natural world and its living treasures.
Established in 1972, the Carriage and Western Art Museum of Santa Barbara is a non-profit organization with the mission to collect, display and preserve historic horse-drawn vehicles, saddles, and western memorabilia. Admission is FREE.
A visit to the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is one of the best things to do in Santa Barbara, particularly for families. Discover 13,000 years of human interaction with the Santa Barbara Channel inside the doors of this hidden gem, overlooking the scenic Santa Barbara Harbor.
La Cumbre is a peak experience. Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, in the historic hideaway of Hope Ranch, La Cumbre Country Club offers members a welcome home away from home. For guests, it is an experience to revere. The Club combines a rich tradition with a keen vision of the future, assuring an incomparable commitment to excellence for every member.
Earl Warren Showgrounds is a multi-use community event center in downtown Santa Barbara. Home of the Santa Barbara Fair & Expo, Santa Barbara National Horse Show, and the Haunt at the Showgrounds.
Casa Dolores is a small museum that houses one of the largest collections of Mexican folk art on the Californian Central Coast. This museum is located in the historic Botiller Adobe (est. 1843), the only original, still standing two-story adobe in the city.
Established in 1958, Santa Barbara Golf Club is one of the finest municipal courses in California. With sweeping ocean and mountain views, it is a well-manicured and impeccably maintained 18-hole regulation par-70 golf course.
The Funk Zone is a unique Santa Barbara arts, culture, business, and industrial district between State Street and Garden Street, and Montecito Street to Cabrillo Boulevard. This amalgamation of historical marine structures, industrial lots, and houses has a unique history in manufacturing, lumber, citrus, produce, and fishing.
Reminiscent of a sun-soaked villa and garden courtyard in the Riviera. Embark on an extravagant escape to this luxury private event venue. Villa & Vine is a full-service wedding and event venue in Santa Barbara.
Considered one of the top outdoor wedding sites in Santa Barbara, Godric Grove is a large estate-like venue at the top of the park with incredible views of the city, mountains and a peek of the ocean. It includes a stone amphitheater, a large lawn surrounded by lush gardens and liquid amber trees, and a wood deck shaded by oak trees.
Inspiration Point is a hiking area in Santa Barbara, California. The trail begins near the end of the pavement and is wide and maintained. The trail climbs through shady chaparral to a small summit which is another Edison access road, dirt this time. The summit is indistinct, except for the fact that when you reach it you have a beautiful view of the city, the ocean and the Channel Islands.
