Things to Do in Montecito, CA

  • Our list of the best things to do in Montecito, California, features the top 121 nearby activities — including 53 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Montecito, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Food & Drink, Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, and Entertainment & Shows.
  • The results below include the top 3 things to do within the city of Montecito, CA , followed by 118 popular activities in nearby cities, including Santa Barbara, Goleta, Ventura and Ojai
  • Our list of the best things to do in Montecito, California, features the top 121 nearby activities — including 53 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Montecito, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Food & Drink, Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, and Entertainment & Shows.
  • The results below include the top 3 things to do within the city of Montecito, CA , followed by 118 popular activities in nearby cities, including Santa Barbara, Goleta, Ventura and Ojai
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25.0 Miles
77% 83 votes
National & State Parks Goleta, CA MoreLess Info
Refugio State Park & Beach is opened for the fishing and kayaking enthusiasts. Near the palm trees are found camping sites and picnic areas.
25.3 Miles
87% 15 votes
Hiking Trails 5000 Foothill Road, Ventura, CA 93003 MoreLess Info
A sprawling county park covering 132 acres, Arroyo Verde Park features a nature center, as well as miles of hiking and running trails. The park also offers two playgrounds as well as picnic areas with barbecue grills.
25.4 Miles
100% 148 votes
Food Tours P.O. Box 7682, Ventura, CA 93006 MoreLess Info
Ventura Food Tours offer guided tours of the best dining options present in Ventura County. These trips are accompanied by informative commentary and conversations with the local chefs and owners.
25.4 Miles
85% 46 votes
Golf 3750 Olivas Park Drive, Ventura, CA 93001 MoreLess Info
The Olivia Links offers access to a championship golf course with four sets of tees and a practice facility. For players who wish to improve their skills, the location offers a Game Improvement Membership and additional courses through the City of Ventura.
25.5 Miles
83% 96 votes
Farms & Ranches 1800 Rufugio Road, Goleta, CA 93117 MoreLess Info
One of the few locations to offer horseback riding on the Central Coast, Circle Bar B Guest Ranch has rides lasting anywhere from 1.5 to 4 hours. Not truly a dude ranch though; the operation is run out of a motel.
25.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Between Refugio State Beach and Gaviota State Park, Santa Barbara, CA MoreLess Info
Arroyo Hondo Preserve is small but packed with wildlife. Walk through to witness a diversity of plant life and beautiful views.
25.6 Miles
90% 21 votes
Meditation Centers 1098 McAndrew Road, Ojai, CA 93023 MoreLess Info
The aim of the Krishnamurti Education Center is to help you learn about the teachings of Jiddu Krishnamurti. Here you can attend a variety of classes and seminars, as well as book yourself into their associated retreat.
25.7 Miles
78% 23 votes
National & State Parks Ventura, CA 93001 MoreLess Info
McGrath State Park is a beachside state park and campground. The beach runs for two miles and is suitable for fishing and surfing. Swimming is allowed but swimmers are cautioned to be vigilant of strong riptides.
25.9 Miles
88% 32 votes
Parks 4200 Olivas Park Drive, Ventura, CA MoreLess Info
The only remaining Monterey-style adobe home from the Rancho era, Olivas Adobe is a California Historic Landmark with a house and courtyard guests may tour. The location may be reserved for weddings, fiestas, and receptions.
26.0 Miles
74% 43 votes
Movie Theaters 1440 Eastman Avenue, Ventura, CA 93003 MoreLess Info
Showing older movies, Regency Theatres offers tickets at $3 each. Every Wednesday night the theater offers a date night special that includes two hot dogs and drinks. They also have special screenings of cult classics like Rocky Horror Picture Show.
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