Things to Do with Kids in Santa Barbara, CA

  • TripBuzz found 57 things to do with kids in or near Santa Barbara, California, including 32 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Goleta, Ventura, Ojai and Montecito.
  • From Arroyo Burro County Beach Park to Santa Barbara Zoo, the Santa Barbara area offers 56 different types of family activities, including: Natural History Museums, Botanical Gardens, Nature & Wildlife Areas and Waterfalls.
  • Situated between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, the city of Santa Barbara offers the best of both worlds to its residents and visitors. Just minutes from lush forest or sandy beach, the area is as popular for its outdoor recreation as it is for its many indoor attractions such as it's high-end shops, world-class restaurants and luxury spas.
  • TripBuzz found 57 things to do with kids in or near Santa Barbara, California, including 32 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Goleta, Ventura, Ojai and Montecito.
  • From Arroyo Burro County Beach Park to Santa Barbara Zoo, the Santa Barbara area offers 56 different types of family activities, including: Natural History Museums, Botanical Gardens, Nature & Wildlife Areas and Waterfalls.
  • Situated between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, the city of Santa Barbara offers the best of both worlds to its residents and visitors. Just minutes from lush forest or sandy beach, the area is as popular for its outdoor recreation as it is for its many indoor attractions such as it's high-end shops, world-class restaurants and luxury spas.
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44.8 Miles
59% 79 votes
Scenic Railroads 364 Main Street, Fillmore, CA 93015 MoreLess Info
At the Fillmore & Western Railway Company, visitors will be able to enjoy a variety of special train rides, including the Murder Mystery Lunch and Dinner and Heritage Valley Tour rides. Guests can also enjoy dinner with Santa during the holiday season.
44.8 Miles
100% 5 votes
Paintball 2 River Park Road, Lompoc, CA MoreLess Info
River Park Paintball provides an affordable, fun atmosphere with a friendly staff that welcomes players who are ready to compete against one another in a paintball fight. Birthday parties, private parties, and special events can also be booked.
44.9 Miles
37% 57 votes
Train Tours 351 Santa Clara Street, Fillmore, CA 93015 MoreLess Info
The Fillmore & Western Railway Line offers rides on vintage, 1930s and 1940s-era trains. Visitors can experience the nostalgia of an early 20th century train ride while taking in scenic views.
44.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
History Museums 350 Main Street, Fillmore, CA 93015 MoreLess Info
The Fillmore Historical Museum chronicles the Santa Clara Valley's life and culture. Spanning four original buildings, exhibits and collections depict how previous generations lived as documented through their words, art and artifacts.
44.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Playgrounds E Olive Avenue, Lompoc, CA 93436 MoreLess Info
Consisting of 50 acres, Beattie Park is a community park with amenities like a multipurpose grass field, lookout gazebo, forest preserve, and more. The park has varying levels of elevation, with views of Pacific Ocean visible from the some locations.
45.0 Miles
- 2 votes
Parks Hwy 246 & Sweeney Road, Lompoc, CA 93436 MoreLess Info
Situated on the Santa Ynez River, River Park provides visitors with opportunities for fishing, picnics, horseshoe, and volleyball. The park also features a 35 spot RV campground and 4 picnic pavilions.
45.4 Miles
80% 15 votes
Paintball 8643 Shekell Road, Moorpark, CA 93021 MoreLess Info
Ambush Paintball Park is a paintball field used by novices and experts. The paintball park has six courses, kids games, and is open for walk-on play as well as private parties.
45.7 Miles
92% 12 votes
History Museums 200 South H Street, Lompoc, CA 93436 MoreLess Info
Established in 1969, the Lompoc Museum exhibits document the archeology and history of the Lompoc Valley and Santa Barbara County. Patrons can view vintage photos and relics. There is also 19th century furniture and clothing on display.
45.7 Miles
67% 3 votes
Skate Parks 190 Reino Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 MoreLess Info
Open to skateboarders of all skill levels, Borchard Skatepark offers visitors 9,000 square feet of obstacles to skate on. The skate park has a designated scooter and BMX session, as well as instructional programs for skateboarding.
45.8 Miles
84% 107 votes
Beaches Star Route, Jalama Rd, Lompoc, CA 93436 MoreLess Info
Many California native plants like sea rocket, saltbush and verbena grow within the boundaries of Jalama Beach County Park. In addition to picnic and camping areas, the park's coastline is a popular spot for fishing, surfing and swimming.
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